Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Job Description
About Us GEOTESTA is a specialist Geotechnical, Structural and Environmental Engineering consulting firm established in ****, with offices and Soil and Rock Mechanics Laboratories in Melbourne (Notting Hill) and Sydney (Seven Hills). We are a fast-growing company with a clear vision for success and mission to become one of the leading geotechnical consultancies servicing Victoria and NSW.
Our offering includes providing the full suite of professional engineering services, taking projects from initial concept and planning through design and post construction support to key clients, which include local and state governments and authorities, land developers, builders and contractors, architects and other consultants. Our professional services across the government and private sector include consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery with projects expanding across commercial and residential developments, tunnelling services, environmental assessments, water Infrastructure, instrumentation and monitoring, laboratory and earthwork testing, pavement design and testing, renewable resources, landslip and slope stability assessment and field geotechnical investigations and assessments.
The Role
In this role you will have the opportunity to work across a broad portfolio of challenging projects and work with a diverse and dynamic team of passionate geotechnical engineers, while assisting them in delivering multi-disciplinary projects for a range of diverse clients based locally and nationally.



You will also have the opportunity to participate in select training programs in conjunction with Engineers Australia and/or other providers. Main responsibilities include the following:
Participate in project delivery, ensuring work outputs are of a high technical standard, and quality assured
Perform project planning, calculations and computations associated with geotechnical engineering, analyse geomaterials laboratory test results, and field observations
Perform geotechnical field investigations, including drilling and logging, and DCP, Shear Vane, LWD and FWD testing
Collect field samples and perform field logging of exploratory test holes, and undertake and manage field testing
Performing geotechnical analysis and assessments
Prepare geotechnical factual and design reports
Developing design/construction documents and specifications
Preparation of tenders and proposals
Contribute to technical discussions including attending and participating in client/team progress meetings and training/mentoring of junior engineers
Where required, communicate directly with clients and other stakeholders; manage customer relationships
Demonstrate exceptional time management skills to manage multiple assignments at any given time
Salary Range
$83,000 to $85,000 plus superannuation




To be successful in this role you will need to have the following:
Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology
3+ years' experience in Geotechnical investigation and reporting
Valid Australian driving licence
White card
Full Australian working rights
Willingness to travel for work within NSW (for short or extended periods)
High standard of computer literacy
Client focus
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal (to liaise with clients)
Ability to set priorities, plan work programs, meet deadlines and manage time
A willingness to take a hands‐on approach
Be a strong team player with the capability of also being able to work autonomously
Ability to build solid working relationships with colleagues, management, customers and stakeholders
Commitment to GEOTESTA'S values:
Accountability
Determination
Integrity
Cohesion
Collaboration
Why join GEOTESTA??
We stand by our core values
We ensure a workplace that encourages Growth, Flexibility, and Creativity
We provide on‐the‐job, as well as external professional training opportunities to our staff, along with relevant resources to help them succeed
With safety and efficiency as our highest priorities, we go a step further to support our staff and maximize their potential
We are dedicated to the principles of Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion
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📌 Civil Engineer (Geotechnical) (Melbourne)
🏢 Geotesta
📍 Melbourne