Geotechnical Engineer – Hybrid Role in Centurion Growth

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension contributions

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking a skilled Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. You will assess ground conditions, conduct site investigations, and provide data-driven foundation recommendations for a range of projects from buildings to infrastructure.

You will analyze soil and rock properties, interpret data, and prepare detailed reports. The role requires a Civil Engineering degree with geotechnical specialization and at least five years of field experience; proficiency with GeoStudio

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering with Geotech focus.
• Minimum 5 years in geotechnical site investigations and analysis.
• Familiarity with field testing and lab procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise geotechnical investigations (drilling, sampling, in-situ tests).
• Analyze soil and rock samples to determine properties.
• Interpret data and prepare investigation reports.
• Provide foundation design and earthworks recommendations.
• Assess risks and propose mitigation measures.
• Communicate findings with clients and project teams.

Skills

Soil mechanics

Rock mechanics

Analytical thinking

Technical report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical specialization

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering (advantage)

Tools

GeoStudio

Plaxis

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking a skilled Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. You will assess ground conditions, conduct site investigations, and provide data-driven foundation recommendations for a range of projects from buildings to infrastructure.

You will analyze soil and rock properties, interpret data, and prepare detailed reports. The role requires a Civil Engineering degree with geotechnical specialization and at least five years of field experience; proficiency with GeoStudio