Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Join to apply for the Senior Geotechnical Engineer role at GHD

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Senior Geotechnical Engineer role at GHD

Matching talented people with rewarding career opportunities.

Job Description

At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day

That's why we pledge to support and empower our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to drive change. We'll empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life.

Together with your colleagues, clients and partners, you can make an impact that is felt by all. See where your commitment could take you.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Sydney team at our St Leonards office. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects including state significant transport infrastructure, tunnels, and dams across Australia.

As part of our team, you will work alongside industry leaders and enjoy a dynamic mix of technical delivery, project management, leadership, and client-facing problem solving. You will play a key role in delivering milestone projects and shaping the future of infrastructure in NSW and across Australia.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead medium to large-scale geotechnical projects across Sydney and New South Wales, with opportunities to contribute to national and international initiatives.
• Analyse and interpret geotechnical data to develop practical, commercially viable solutions.
• Undertake or oversee geotechnical assessments in areas such as tunnels, dams, slope stability, remediation, footings, foundation treatments, and ground retention systems.
• Prepare and review technical proposals and reports to ensure high-quality project documentation.
• Engage with clients throughout the pursuit, tendering, and delivery phases of projects, while also supporting business development activities.
• Provide leadership and technical mentoring to junior engineers, fostering team capability and professional growth.
  
  

What you will bring to the team:

• Relevant qualifications in geotechnical engineering, with post-graduate study advantageous.
• At least 7 years' experience in geotechnical consulting and infrastructure projects.
• Strong skills in investigation, interpretation, design, and delivery of geotechnical solutions.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor teams, prioritise tasks, and manage projects independently.
• Excellent client collaboration, project management, and analytical skills using standard industry methods.
  
  

Apply now with your CV and a cover letter.

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces a range of flexible work practices to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

About Us

Come together and make a meaningful impact.

We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world's most complex problems. Come and experience the power of commitment and see strategy and ideas come to life when you join GHD.

Let's drive real change.

Our Pledge to You

At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That's why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.

That's the #PowerOfCommitment

Who We Are

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It's what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity's most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionDesign, Consulting, and Engineering
• IndustriesCivil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Environmental Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at GHD by 2x

Get notified about new Senior Geotechnical Engineer jobs in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.

Senior Civil or Mechanical Engineer – Water & Wastewater (Parramatta or Sydney CBD)

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 months ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks ago

Dee Why, New South Wales, Australia 3 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 month ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks ago

Auburn, New South Wales, Australia 2 months ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks ago

Seven Hills, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks ago

St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 2 months ago

North Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks ago

Greater Sydney Area A$130,000.00-A$140, weeks ago

Project Engineer - Immediate Start - Civil Upgrades

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 days ago

Civil Site Engineer - Central West Orana Project

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 18 hours ago

Senior Civil Project Engineer - Substations

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 days ago

Senior Project Engineer and Site Engineer | Civil | Newcastle

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 days ago

Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia 6 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 months ago

North Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia 3 days ago

Civil Project Engineer - Central West Orana Project

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks ago

Civil Project Engineer | Pipeline | Cairns

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days ago

North Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 7 hours ago

St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 3 months ago

We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

---