Job Description
Geotechnical Engineer - Sunshine Coast, QLD
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Our client is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer (2+ years' experience) to join their well-established Sunshine Coast office for an immediate start.
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About the Role
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This is an exciting chance to be involved in a diverse range of geotechnical projects while working in a close-knit team delivering major outcomes across urban development and infrastructure.
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What's on Offer
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Complete project involvement in a small, highly regarded consultancy
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Mix of site investigations and office-based technical work
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Projects including landslide/slope stability assessments, soft soils, high-rise developments, bridges, and highways
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Industry-leading salary with generous performance-based bonuses
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5 weeks annual leave plus an extra day off for your birthday
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9-day fortnight
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Key Responsibilities
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Plan and undertake site investigation fieldwork, including supervising borehole drilling, test pits, instrumentation, site mapping, and in-situ testing
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Prepare technical reports, undertake analysis, and assist with geotechnical design under the guidance of senior engineers and geologists
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Carry out construction inspections
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Perform slope stability risk assessments and numerical modelling
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Conduct settlement analysis, including soft clay consolidation studies and preload design
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Design temporary works
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Assist with the preparation of fee proposals and tenders
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Investigate and manage acid sulfate soils, contaminated land, wastewater, and groundwater
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Receive ongoing mentoring and professional development from experienced industry professionals
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About You
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Tertiary qualifications in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
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Minimum 2 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Strong computer skills, with experience in software such as Microsoft Office, Slope/W, Settle3D, AutoCAD, Plaxis, and gINT preferred
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Experience planning and undertaking site investigations
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Exposure to slope stability assessments and/or soft clay settlement analysis is highly desirable
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Strong project and commercial awareness, including scope, budget, programme, and risk management
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Ability to provide practical geotechnical advice to multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and clients
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Current Australian driver's licence
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Full Australian working rights
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Why Join Our Client?
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Our client offers the opportunity to live and work in one of Australia's most desirable growth regions while contributing to a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and urban development projects. You'll primarily work on projects across the Sunshine Coast, including:
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Infrastructure projects
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Canal developments
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Multi-level apartment buildings
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Residential subdivisions
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You'll be a valued member of the team with excellent opportunities for career progression, formal training, and ongoing mentoring from experienced professionals.
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An industry-leading salary package will be offered, commensurate with experience.
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Only candidates with suitable qualifications and unrestricted Australian work rights will be considered.
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📌 Geotechnical Engineer (Queensland)
🏢 W3global
📍 Queensland