Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Coastal Infrastructure Lead

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 600 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Career development

Coastal lifestyle

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is partnering with a prominent engineering consultancy in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, to recruit a Senior Geotechnical Engineer. You will lead geotechnical investigations, design foundations for buildings, bridges and industrial facilities, and interpret subsurface data under challenging regional conditions.

The role emphasizes mentoring junior engineers, rigorous reporting, and adherence to South African geotechnical standards, with opportunities to contribute to coastal and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related discipline.
• Pr.Eng. registration with ECSA preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in geotechnical engineering; coastal/industrial project experience advantageous.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software Plaxis, GeoStudio, WALLAP.
• Strong knowledge of SA geotechnical standards and regulations.
• Excellent report writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel within the Eastern Cape.

Responsabilités

• Lead and manage geotechnical site investigations, including planning, supervision of drilling, sampling, and in-situ testing.
• Interpret subsurface investigation data and conduct detailed soil mechanics analyses.
• Design foundations for buildings, bridges and industrial plants considering local geotechnical conditions in Port Elizabeth.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical investigation reports and design recommendations.
• Develop specifications for earthworks, slope stability, and ground improvement measures.
• Provide technical oversight and quality control for field and laboratory testing programs.
• Liaise with clients, project managers, and construction teams to ensure effective implementation of geotechnical designs.
• Mentor and guide junior geotechnical engineers and technicians.
• Ensure compliance with South African geotechnical codes, standards, and best practices.

Connaissances

Site investigation leadership

Soil mechanics

Technical reporting

Mentoring junior staff

Formation

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Outils

Plaxis

GeoStudio

WALLAP

Description du poste

Placements24 is partnering with a prominent engineering consultancy in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, to recruit a Senior Geotechnical Engineer. You will lead geotechnical investigations, design foundations for buildings, bridges and industrial facilities, and interpret subsurface data under challenging regional conditions.

The role emphasizes mentoring junior engineers, rigorous reporting, and adherence to South African geotechnical standards, with opportunities to contribute to coastal and