Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Coastal & Marine (Port Elizabeth)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer for their Port Elizabeth coastal office. The role focuses on critical geotechnical investigations and designs for coastal and marine projects, including port infrastructure, offshore structures, and coastal protection measures.

You will lead challenging projects, manage client relationships, and provide expert geotechnical advice within Port Elizabeth's vibrant coastal environment.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering with coastal/marine specialization.
• Pr Eng registration with ECSA is required.
• 8+ years of post-graduate geotechnical experience with coastal/marine focus.
• Experience designing foundations for offshore structures or port facilities.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software (Plaxis, GeoStudio, GRLWEAP).
• Experience with marine investigation techniques and data interpretation.
• Knowledge of international codes (DNV, ISO) and SA standards.
• Excellent project management, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical investigations for coastal and marine projects.
• Develop detailed geotechnical designs for foundations and slopes.
• Plan and execute offshore/near-shore investigations (CPT, SPT, boreholes, geophysical surveys).
• Interpret soil data and perform advanced modeling.
• Prepare reports, specifications, and recommendations.
• Manage project teams, schedules, and budgets.
• Liaise with clients, regulators, marine contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with SA and international marine geotechnical standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Conduct site visits during construction.

Skills

Geotechnical leadership

Project management

Technical reporting

Marine geotechnics

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

PhD in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Plaxis

GeoStudio

GRLWEAP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer for their Port Elizabeth coastal office. The role focuses on critical geotechnical investigations and designs for coastal and marine projects, including port infrastructure, offshore structures, and coastal protection measures.

You will lead challenging projects, manage client relationships, and provide expert geotechnical advice within Port Elizabeth's vibrant coastal environment.