Senior Geotechnical Specialist

3 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Tetra Tech Full time

About the Role

Tetra Tech Coffey is seeking a highly experienced Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist to join our team in Brisbane. As a Senior Geotechnical Specialist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality projects and contributing to the company's technical excellence.

As a leader in geotechnical engineering, you will have 8+ years of experience and a degree in civil engineering or engineering geology. You will be proficient in software such as SLIDE, PLAXIS, WALLAP, SLOPE/W, and Leapfrog. Your expertise will include conducting field investigations, managing site investigations efficiently and safely, and developing consulting skills.

The ideal candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills, with solid interpretative and analytical abilities. They will be able to design work and project manage, communicate with clients, and write reports.

In this role, you will expand your skill set, lead impactful projects, and contribute to innovative solutions. You will work with global experts in soft soils, tunnelling, AI mapping, and geohazard assessment, making Tetra Tech Coffey the premier geotechnical specialist in Australia.

We offer a competitive salary of approximately $120,000 per annum, plus benefits including flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a reward and recognition program.

Job Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering or related field
  • Proficiency in software such as SLIDE, PLAXIS, WALLAP, SLOPE/W, and Leapfrog
  • Conducting field investigations (logging, sampling, and testing of soils and rocks)
  • Managing site investigations efficiently and safely
  • A desire to grow technically and develop consulting skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with solid interpretative and analytical abilities

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary of approximately $120,000 per annum
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Reward and recognition program
  • Participation in company ownership through employee stock purchase plan
  • Paid parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers
  • Employee assistance program available to all staff and their immediate families
  • Multiple Employee Resource Groups that support employees to create collaborative, safe space teams with others who share diverse backgrounds and experiences

About Us

Tetra Tech Coffey is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services in the Asia Pacific. Our experts are at the forefront of their specialization in engineering, geotechnical, testing, environmental, and project management services.



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