Lead Geotechnical Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.000.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Private medical aid

Retirement annuity

Performance bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Office in Polokwane

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a Lead Geotechnical Engineer to oversee geotechnical investigations and design across major civil projects in Limpopo.

The role requires leadership of projects from site investigation through construction, with a focus on soil/rock mechanics, foundation design, and slope stability. Must hold a Master’s in Geotechnical Engineering; PhD is advantageous, with 10+ years’ experience and ECSA registration.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering; PhD is advantageous.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive geotechnical experience with leadership.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects from investigation to construction.
• Expertise in soil and rock mechanics, foundation design, slope stability.
• Proficiency with Plaxis and GeoStudio software.

Aufgaben

• Lead geotechnical investigations, including site reconnaissance and boreholes.
• Perform analyses for foundation design, slope stability, and settlements.
• Develop investigation reports and design recommendations.
• Prepare design drawings and specifications for earthworks and retaining structures.
• Mentor junior engineers and manage project schedules and budgets.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Client relations

Ausbildung

Master's in Geotechnical Engineering

PhD advantageous

Tools

Plaxis

GeoStudio

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a prominent engineering consulting firm with a strong presence in infrastructure development, is seeking a highly accomplished Lead Geotechnical Engineer to manage their operations in Polokwane, Limpopo . This senior role involves overseeing a wide range of geotechnical investigations and designs for major civil engineering projects, including roads, bridges, dams, and foundations. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in soil mechanics, foundation design, slope stability analysis, and managing complex geotechnical projects from site investigation through to construction supervision. This is a critical leadership opportunity within a growing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage geotechnical investigations, including site reconnaissance, boreholes, and in-situ testing.
• Perform detailed geotechnical analyses, including foundation design, slope stability, settlement analysis, and seismic hazard assessment.
• Develop comprehensive geotechnical investigation reports and design recommendations.
• Oversee the preparation of detailed design drawings and specifications for earthworks, foundations, and retaining structures.
• Provide expert geotechnical advice to project teams, clients, and contractors.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources for geotechnical scopes of work.
• Ensure all geotechnical designs comply with relevant South African National Standards (SANS) and other applicable codes.
• Mentor and develop junior geotechnical engineers and technicians.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal preparation and client relationship management.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or a related field. A Ph.D. is advantageous.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering, with a significant portion in project leadership.
• Proven track record in managing and delivering complex geotechnical projects.
• Expertise in soil mechanics, rock mechanics, foundation engineering, and slope stability analysis.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software (e.g., Plaxis, GeoStudio suite).
• Strong understanding of site investigation techniques and laboratory testing.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Professional registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer is required.
• Must have the legal right to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• Our client offers an attractive salary package, commensurate with experience, along with comprehensive benefits including private medical aid, a substantial retirement annuity, and potential for project-based performance bonuses.
• Significant investment in professional development is made, with opportunities for advanced training, conference attendance, and career progression.
• The role is based at our Polokwane office and offers a challenging and rewarding work environment.