Geotechnical Engineer

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performanceBon

Diverse mining and civil projects in/R

Health insurance and provident fund

Professional development and certs

Challenging work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a specialized Geotechnical Engineer to join their team in North West province, based in Rustenburg. You will analyze soil and rock mechanics, conduct site investigations, and develop geotechnical reports with foundation recommendations.

The role requires a BSc/BEng in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, at least 6 years of relevant experience, proficiency with Plaxis or GeoStudio, and familiarity with ECSA standards.

Qualifications

• BSc/BEng in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required.
• Minimum 6 years of geotechnical investigations and design experience.
• In-depth knowledge of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, and foundation design.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software such as Plaxis, GeoStudio or similar.
• Familiarity with ECSA requirements for geotechnical engineers.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute site investigations, including drilling, testing, and sampling.
• Analyze soil and rock properties to determine foundation designs and slope stability.
• Develop geotechnical reports, including recommendations for foundation types and earthworks.
• Provide technical guidance on ground improvement techniques and foundation design.
• Liaise with clients and project teams to address geotechnical concerns.
• Ensure compliance with geotechnical engineering standards and safety protocols.

Skills

Soil mechanics

Rock mechanics

Foundation design

Geotechnical reporting

Client liaison

Education

BSc/BEng in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Plaxis

GeoStudio

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a specialized Geotechnical Engineer to join their team, offering services across various projects in the North West province, with a primary base in Rustenburg . This role focuses on analyzing soil and rock mechanics to provide foundational solutions for construction projects. You will be responsible for site investigations, risk assessments, and recommending appropriate ground improvement techniques. This is a critical role requiring deep expertise in soil mechanics and foundation engineering, contributing to the stability and longevity of significant developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute site investigations, including drilling, testing, and sampling.
• Analyze soil and rock properties to determine foundation designs and slope stability.
• Develop geotechnical reports, including recommendations for foundation types and earthworks.
• Provide technical guidance on ground improvement techniques and foundation design.
• Liaise with clients and project teams to address geotechnical concerns.
• Ensure compliance with geotechnical engineering standards and safety protocols.

Requirements

• BSc/BEng in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in geotechnical investigations and design.
• In-depth knowledge of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, and foundation engineering principles.
• Experience with geotechnical software such as Plaxis, GeoStudio, or similar.
• Familiarity with ECSA requirements for geotechnical engineers.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on diverse mining and civil projects in Rustenburg .
• Comprehensive health insurance and provident fund.
• Support for ongoing professional development and certifications.
• A challenging yet rewarding work environment.