Engineering Geologist / Geotechnical Engineer

- Full-time
- Business Group: DCS
- Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd
- Business Line: Water
- Work Location Model: Hybrid
- Operating Group: International
- Primary Location: AU - Brisbane, QLD

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AECOM is seeking a motivated and highly driven Engineering Geologist / Geotechnical Engineer to join our Civil Infrastructure, Geotechnical Engineering and Tunnelling Team which is based out of South-East Queensland. We have offices in Brisbane, Gold Coast and Maroochydore and will consider applicants for all office locations.

Our team supports a wide range of projects across infrastructure, transportation, water, dams, buildings, energy and the environment sectors, delivering solutions for clients throughout Queensland, across Australia and Recent Zealand, and internationally.





In this role, you will support the delivery of geotechnical investigations, analysis, and design solutions across a wide range of planning, design, and construction projects. Working as part of a collaborative and high-performing team of engineers, engineering geologists, and technical specialists, you will play a key role in helping deliver practical and reliable geotechnical outcomes for our clients.

This position offers a strong balance between hands-on fieldwork and technical office-based work. In the early stages, the role will involve a significant field component, including the planning and execution of geotechnical investigations across a variety of sites, with opportunities for travel. As your experience develops, you will become increasingly involved in technical interpretation, geotechnical analysis, design input, and technical reporting, supporting projects from investigation through to design and construction. Alternatively, depending on experience, this technical side of the role may be available upon commencement.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being on site, understanding ground conditions firsthand, and turning field data into practical engineering solutions, while continuing to develop their technical expertise within a supportive team environment.

How you’ll make a difference

Planning,



coordinating, and undertaking geotechnical site investigations, including drilling supervision, sampling, and in-situ testing.

Soil profiling and rock core logging in accordance with the Australian Standard AS 1726:2017 Geotechnical Site Investigations.

Collecting and managing soil and rock samples and coordinating laboratory testing programs.

Preparing factual and interpretive reports.

Conducting desktop studies, including data review, interpretation, and preparation of technical documentation.

Communicating effectively with clients, contractors, and project teams to help resolve geotechnical challenges.

Assisting with tender submissions and proposals, including scope development and preliminary cost estimates.

Assisting with geotechnical analyses for foundations, slope stability, pavement designs, earthworks and other geo-structures.

Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with relevant standards, guidelines, and safety procedures.

You will take on a stronger role in technical interpretation, design input, and project delivery, depending on experience.

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role.

The qualities that help you thrive

- Ideally, 2-10 years’ experience in engineering geology or geotechnical engineering, ideally within a consulting environment.
- Relevant tertiary degree e.g.Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline and skilled registration or working towards - RPGeo, CPEng, or RPEQ (or eligibility through mutual recognition pathways).
- Willingness to u

📌 Engineering Geologist (Brisbane)
🏢 AECO
📍 Brisbane