Ground Engineering

Asia Pacific Region

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MEL0001N6 Requisition #

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Melbourne Ground Engineering team. The role involves leading and delivering geotechnical investigations, analyses, designs and advisory services across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure, transport, aviation, water, energy and buildings projects.

Working within multidisciplinary project teams, you will provide technical expertise from project inception through to construction, while supporting the development of junior engineers and contributing to the growth of Arup's Ground Engineering capability.

The Opportunity

- Lead and coordinate site investigations, geotechnical interpretation, ground model development, and geotechnical analysis and design using the latest industry tools.
- Manage and mentor junior engineers, ensuring high-quality deliverables are completed on time and within budget, while supporting resource planning and forecasting.
- Contribute to project financial performance through budget management, commercial awareness, and engagement with clients and suppliers.
- Provide technical leadership, supervision, training, and professional development support to junior members of the geotechnical team.
- Represent Arup at internal and external meetings, building client relationships, understanding project needs, and delivering solutions aligned with Arup's Quality Management System.

Is this role right for you?

- Recognised relevant tertiary qualifications




- Membership of relevant professional institutions/skilled peer bodies or significant credit towards eligibility for membership;
- Proven working knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and guidelines
- Working towards or achieved CPEng and Victorian Engineer Registration.
- Current driving licence

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Different people, shared values





Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.

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📌 Senior Geotechnical Engineer (12-Month FTC) (Melbourne)
🏢 Arup
📍 Melbourne