Build Your Career with Butler Partners

At Butler Partners, we’re more than a geotechnical and construction materials testing firm — we’re a key player in shaping Queensland’s infrastructure. From major highways and bridges to mining and high-rise developments, our work underpins the state’s growth, and our team is growing with it.

We're looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Murarrie office and play a key role in delivering high-impact projects across Queensland. You'll work alongside experienced geotechnical and environmental professionals on a wide variety of urban development and critical infrastructure projects.

What You'll Be Doing
Planning and managing geotechnical site investigations
Soil and rock logging, lab testing programs, and in-situ field testing
Conducting geotechnical analysis using tools like PLAXIS, Geostudio, Wallap, etc.
Preparing high-quality technical reports
Supporting construction phase services such as piling and earthworks supervision
Project management of a range of projects (often performed concurrently)
Mentoring of junior engineers/geotechnicians within a team environment





Expect a mix of field and office work, with the chance to contribute across all project stages — from investigation to analysis and design, including project management

What We’re Looking For
Degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering (or similar)
7+ years' industry experience preferred
Solid understanding of geotechnical principles, lab and field testing
Experience with geotechnical software
Strong communication and reporting skills
Capability to Manage/Supervise a small consulting team

Why Join Us?
Be part of a collaborative, down-to-earth team
Access to industry-leading testing facilities and equipment
Ongoing professional development and real career progression
Variety of work — local Rockhampton projects + optional regional work
Offices across QLD, with labs and drilling rigs at the ready

If you're ready to level up your career in a agile and supportive setting — where your work genuinely shapes the built setting — we want to hear from you.

📌 Senior Geotechnical Engineer Murarrie
🏢 Butler Partners
📍 Murarrie