Geotechnical Engineer

Job Details: Geotechnical Engineer - Wollongong Job Title: Geotechnical Engineer - Wollongong Vacancy No: VN4234 Employment Type: Permanent Contract Type: Full-Time About the business and the role SLR APAC has over 800 employees located throughout 24 offices.
Our team represents a broad and diverse range of technical and environmental capabilities.
SLR's professionals offer a blend of experience incorporating engineers, geologists, hydrogeologists, remediation specialists, regulatory and compliance specialists, and environmental scientists.
We work for clients throughout our six primary business sectors: Energy, Mining, Industry, Infrastructure, Built Environment and Power.
SLR Consulting Wollongong is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join our vibrant local Geotechnics team.
Our team is unique in its exposure to a diverse range of projects.
On any one day you may be working on a landslide, pile foundation or walking the crest of tailings storage facility.
We at SLR believe it's the diversity of our projects and exposure to new and exciting challenges that makes for the best engineers and draws the best out of our team.
Our NSW geotechnics hub is based in Wollongong at the University of Wollongong's Innovation campus, a place where our key team members have chosen to live and work for the exceptional lifestyle without compromising their professional aspirations.
With 25 staff in our office (and counting), our local team are technically diverse and range from Graduates to Principals.
Not only are our Geotechnics crew one of the highest performing teams in our business, but they are also friendly, supportive, and enjoy celebrating their successes together.
Key Responsibilities: This role offers significant long-term career rewards and opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
The position offers the opportunity to: Work across multiple industries which include mining and resources, dams, tailings, roads, rail, civil and industrial.
Work on a variety of interesting projects, undertaking a range of technical tasks, including: Geotechnical design (retaining walls, foundations, pavements, piles etc)Ground Characterisation Terrain Evaluation Landslide / Slope Risk Assessment Slope Stability Analysis Ground Improvement and Remediation Design Construction and Project Management Undertake geotechnical analyses Learn from a diverse range of technical experts.
Build the confidence to challenge the norm with the objective of continuous improvement.
Experience: The successful candidate will have the following attributes and experience:2-6 years' hands-on experience with tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering.
Experience in the Consulting industry and aspirations to build your career in this sector.
Ability to work in the field as well as interests in developing your technical skills.
Demonstrated technical autonomy working across multiple sectors.
A team player who will enjoy contributing to our proud "One Team" culture at SLR.
Well-developed creative, lateral thinking and problem-solving skills.
Our Benefits: Our culture is unique where we work together to collaborate on projects to get the best possible outcome for our clients.
Whether you're working in the office, from home or a mix of the two, we recognise that every person is different, and our benefits aim to ensure that we cater for all, including: Hybrid work model – a mix of in the office and at home - you choose where you work best.
Extra paid purchased leave up to 10 days so you can re-energize, help others, support family, or focus on your own professional development.
Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents throughout their parenting journey which includes 14 weeks primary carer and 6 weeks secondary carer leave (with the option to access an additional 8 weeks of leave if you become the primary carer before your child turns one).
Learning and development which includes a mapped career progression path, study assistance and up to 3 professional memberships subsidised by SLR.
Global and regional mobility and recruitment referral bonus for both region and global candidates.
Access to The Hive – an SLR platform of employee benefits, discounts, rewards, recognition and wellbeing.
Other benefits include regular office social events, service anniversary awards, salary sacrificing (novated car lease), an online corporate uniform shop with individualised annual budget, and an Employee Assistance Program to support your physical, mental and social well-being.
If joining a growing global consultancy with an established national presence excites you, all without having to leave beautiful Wollongong, please apply now or reach out for more information.
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