Senior Geotechnical Lead: Foundations & Ground Improvement

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement benefit

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Geotechnical Engineer to spearhead critical projects in Tembisa, Gauteng. The role demands expertise in soil mechanics, foundation design, and ground improvement, with responsibility for subsurface assessments and geotechnical investigations.

You will lead a team of geotechnical professionals, collaborate with project managers and structural engineers, and ensure safety and compliance with South African standards.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• Pr Eng registration with ECSA is essential.
• ≥10 years of geotechnical experience with leadership of projects/teams.
• Experience with ground investigations and lab/test interpretation.
• Proficiency in numerical modelling (PLAXIS, FLAC).
• Foundations knowledge (shallow and deep).
• Knowledge of ground improvement and slope stabilization.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel to sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee geotechnical investigations and analysis for projects.
• Interpret soil data and provide foundation/slope recommendations.
• Develop and review geotechnical reports, specifications, and designs.
• Lead a team of geotechnical engineers and technicians.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulators to ensure geotechnical requirements are met.
• Conduct site visits and provide on-site geotechnical supervision.
• Assess and mitigate geotechnical risks.
• Ensure compliance with South African standards and codes.
• Contribute to business development through proposals.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Report writing

Site supervision

Analytical skills

Education

MSc or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering

Pr Eng registration with ECSA

Tools

PLAXIS

FLAC

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Geotechnical Engineer to spearhead critical projects in Tembisa, Gauteng. The role demands expertise in soil mechanics, foundation design, and ground improvement, with responsibility for subsurface assessments and geotechnical investigations.

You will lead a team of geotechnical professionals, collaborate with project managers and structural engineers, and ensure safety and compliance with South African standards.