Geotechnical Engineer: Heavy Industry Projects

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement contributions

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Geotechnical Engineer for heavy industry projects based in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role involves site investigations, laboratory data analysis, and drafting detailed geotechnical reports to support foundations, earthworks, and slope design.

The candidate will work closely with project managers, structural engineers and construction teams, conducting field and office tasks with regular site visits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering, especially industrial/energy projects.
• Strong knowledge of soil/rock mechanics and foundation engineering.
• Experience with site investigation techniques and geophysical methods.
• Proficiency in geotechnical design software and South African codes (SANS).
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise geotechnical site investigations (boring, pits, in-situ tests).
• Analyze soil/rock data and laboratory results.
• Develop design parameters for foundations, walls and slopes.
• Prepare geotechnical investigation and design reports.
• Recommend ground improvement and earthworks techniques.
• Review submittals and monitor construction per geotechnical specs.
• Coordinate with clients and regulators; liaise with project team.
• Utilize Plaxis/GeoStudio for analysis and modelling.
• Assess seismic risks and mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to geotechnical standards and best practices.

Skills

Site investigations

Soil mechanics

Geotechnical design

Report writing

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Plaxis

GeoStudio

Geophysical methods

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Geotechnical Engineer for heavy industry projects based in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role involves site investigations, laboratory data analysis, and drafting detailed geotechnical reports to support foundations, earthworks, and slope design.

The candidate will work closely with project managers, structural engineers and construction teams, conducting field and office tasks with regular site visits.