Geotechnical Field Technician – Hands-on Site Investigations

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Medical aid contributions

Retirement fund

Annual leave

Overtime opportunities

On-the-job training

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Technician for field assignments in Benoni, Gauteng. The role involves gathering accurate site data, conducting in-situ tests, soil sampling and borehole monitoring under senior engineers' guidance.

The successful candidate will have a National Diploma in Civil Engineering and at least 3 years of geotechnical site experience, with a hands-on approach, attention to safety, and a willingness to travel to project sites across the region.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years in geotechnical site investigations.
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics and testing methods.
• Ability to safely operate geotechnical drilling equipment.
• Valid driver's license (Code 10+ with PDP advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute site investigations including drilling and logging boreholes.
• Perform in-situ tests (SPT, CPT, permeability).
• Collect soil/rock samples for lab testing and classification.
• Operate and maintain drilling rigs and testing equipment.
• Record detailed field observations and measurements.
• Assist senior engineers with site monitoring and instrumentation installation.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Prepare field reports and data logs.
• Transport equipment and personnel to project sites.
• Maintain inventory and condition records for field gear.

Skills

Field data recording

Safety awareness

Hands-on fieldwork

Effective communication

Education

National Diploma in Civil Engineering or NQF Level 6

Tools

Geotechnical drilling equipment

Soil testing gear (SPT/CPT)

Laboratory sampling tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Technician for field assignments in Benoni, Gauteng. The role involves gathering accurate site data, conducting in-situ tests, soil sampling and borehole monitoring under senior engineers' guidance.

The successful candidate will have a National Diploma in Civil Engineering and at least 3 years of geotechnical site experience, with a hands-on approach, attention to safety, and a willingness to travel to project sites across the region.