Senior Geotechnical Engineer: Field & Design (Tembisa)

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement annuity

ECSA registration support

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Geotechnical Engineer to join a specialist geotechnical firm in Tembisa, Gauteng, focusing on soil and rock mechanics, foundation design, and ground improvement strategies. Plan and supervise site investigations, interpret data, develop detailed reports, and provide clear engineering advice to multidisciplinary teams.

A minimum of 7 years’ experience and ECSA Pr. Eng registration (or commitment) is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA as a Pr. Eng. or commitment to achieving it.
• 7+ years hands-on geotechnical site investigations and foundation design experience.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software such as GeoStudio, Plaxis, or similar.
• Experience with field investigation techniques and laboratory testing procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent report writing and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience with contract administration for site investigations is advantageous.
• Familiarity with geological conditions in the Tembisa, Gauteng region.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise site investigations, including drilling, in-situ testing, and sampling.
• Analyze soil and rock samples to determine their physical and chemical properties.
• Perform geotechnical design calculations for foundations, retaining walls, slopes, and other earth structures.
• Develop detailed geotechnical reports, including recommendations for foundation types, ground improvement, and slope stability measures.
• Interpret subsurface investigation data and provide clear engineering advice.
• Liaise with project managers, structural engineers, and clients to discuss findings and recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with South African National Standards (SANS) and industry best practices.
• Utilize geotechnical software for analysis and modeling.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently with timely delivery of assessments in Tembisa, Gauteng.
• Conduct peer reviews of geotechnical reports and designs.

Skills

Geotechnical site investigations

Geotechnical design

Report writing

Communication

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Contract administration

GeoStudio

Plaxis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical specialization

Professional registration with ECSA as Pr. Eng.

Tools

GeoStudio

Plaxis

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Geotechnical Engineer to join a specialist geotechnical firm in Tembisa, Gauteng, focusing on soil and rock mechanics, foundation design, and ground improvement strategies. Plan and supervise site investigations, interpret data, develop detailed reports, and provide clear engineering advice to multidisciplinary teams.

A minimum of 7 years’ experience and ECSA Pr. Eng registration (or commitment) is required.