Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Ground Engineering Leader

Zutari; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 550 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering consultancy in Pretoria is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their Ground Engineering Team. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Civil Engineering and has at least 5 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, particularly within the transport discipline. This role involves technical project delivery, client relationship management, and mentoring of junior staff. The successful candidate will work on a variety of projects across Africa, contributing to impactful engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years postgraduate experience in Geotechnical Engineering within the Transport discipline.
• Solid understanding of soil and rock mechanics.
• Experience in the design of foundations, slope stabilisation, and ground improvement.

Responsibilities

• Partner with a leading team of geotechnical engineers.
• Provide technical delivery and project management.
• Mentor junior Geotechnical and Geology resources.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis and design

Problem solving

Client relationship management

Communication

Report writing

Education

BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering

Registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng.)

Post-graduate qualification in Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

An established engineering consultancy in Pretoria is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their Ground Engineering Team. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Civil Engineering and has at least 5 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, particularly within the transport discipline. This role involves technical project delivery, client relationship management, and mentoring of junior staff. The successful candidate will work on a variety of projects across Africa, contributing to impactful engineering solutions.