Job Description

About the job Geotechnical Engineer n

Ground Connect – Building Networks for People and Businesses

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Ground Connect exists to help people and businesses grow by creating networks that deliver long‑term success.
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Our approach is built on trust, insight, and reciprocity — ensuring every interaction adds value and supports shared success.

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Our business partner is a well‑established, privately owned engineering consultancy with a growing Gold Coast presence , operating as part of a national engineering group.

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They provide integrated geotechnical, civil, structural and construction materials testing services across residential, commercial and infrastructure projects and are known for their hands‑on leadership, strong technical mentorship, and collaborative culture .

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The business offers clients the opportunity to work closely with senior practitioners while building meaningful, long‑term relationships with business partners.

The Role n

This is an excellent opportunity for a Geotechnical Engineer , from early‑career through to approximately 6–8 years experience , to join a growing Gold Coast team.

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The role offers a balanced mix of fieldwork, technical reporting, project delivery, and business partner engagement . Youll work across a diverse portfolio of projects while being supported by experienced senior engineers and a broader national technical network.

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Whether you are currently in consulting and looking for greater responsibility and exposure, or seeking a more supportive setting to continue developing your technical capability,



this role provides a strong platform for progression.

Key Responsibilities n

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- Conduct and supervise geotechnical site investigations
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- Borehole, test pit and DCP logging, including groundwater observations
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- Prepare high‑quality factual and interpretive geotechnical reports
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- Provide construction verification support for foundations, earthworks and retaining structures
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- Assist with slope stability and basic retention assessments (with senior support)
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- Manage elements of projects and communicate effectively with business partners and stakeholders
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- Build strong working relationships with internal teams, contractors and business partners
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Ideal Client Profile nn
- Degree qualified in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
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- Approximately 2–8 years experience in geotechnical engineering (flexible depending on capability)
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- Strong site investigation and logging experience
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- Confident producing clear, professional interpretive reports
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- Working knowledge of GeoStudio / SlopeW and AutoCAD (advantageous)
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- Comfortable working autonomously with access to senior technical support
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- Strong communication skills and a business partner‑focused mindset
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- Working towards or interested in attaining RPEQ and/or CPEng
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- Current Class C drivers licence
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This opportunity will suit clients who enjoy being technically hands‑on, value mentorship, and want to grow their career within a respected and expanding consultancy.

Whats on Offer n

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- Join a growing Gold Coast team with strong national backing
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- Exposure to a diverse range of geotechnical projects
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- Supportive, mentorship‑focused leadership team
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- Competitive salary package
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- Clear career development and progression pathways
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- Flexible working arrangements
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Interested? n

Apply now or contact Patrick McManus directly on for a confidential discussion.

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📌 Geotechnical Engineer (Sunshine Coast)
🏢 Ground Recruitment
📍 Sunshine Coast