Geotechnical Engineer

4 hours ago

West Ryde, New South Wales, Australia Douglas Partners Pty Ltd Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

About the Company

Douglas Partners Pty Ltd is an industry-leading geotechnical, environmental and groundwater consulting firm employing over 600 people throughout 19 offices across Australia.

A work culture that is empowering, supportive and inclusive where people matter most

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What the role is

Our Sydney office is seeking a motivated Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive mentorship from industry experts, and contribute to impactful projects in a supportive and innovative environment.

Some of the practical geotechnical activities in the field include (but are not limited to):

  • Conduct field investigation work, including logging of boreholes and test pits, and operate specialist equipment to help assess ground conditions using 'best practice' methods;
  • Manage a variety of subcontractors (such as drilling rigs, CPT rigs, service locators, etc), and be responsible of the successful completion of the work within allotted timeframes and budgets;
  • Use QGIS, Slope W and other specialised software to analysis projects and determine solutions;
  • Adhere to relevant Work Health and Safety requirements;
  • Prepare proposals by scoping investigations to target project outcomes and client requirements;
  • Engage in technical report writing.

Given the variety of project work available throughout the year, there is a mix of field work and office-based time.

Training and Development

  • Broad exposure across entire project life cycle;
  • Direct access to highly technical Senior Engineers and Scientists;
  • Ongoing professional development courses.

What's in it for you

  • Gain experience in all sectors of the business;
  • Coaching and mentoring from some of the industry's top leaders;
  • Further educational support for tuition fees and study leave;
  • Professional bonuses for industry accreditations;
  • Opportunities to work across Australia (we have 19 offices in both regional and metropolitan locations);
  • Company provided phone and laptop;
  • Flexible work arrangements;
  • Enhanced leave and superannuation after milestones;
  • Employee Assistance Program for Health & Wellbeing;
  • Discount offers on your shopping through our Douglas Good Deals;

About You

Bachelor Degree in:

  • Engineering - Civil, Geotechnical

Graduate - 2 years' experience in the industry

Other criteria

  • Australian driver's licence;
  • Enjoy working onsite and in the office;
  • Interest in continued learning and building your career in the geotechnical / environmental / groundwater and earthworks in the civil field.

Application should include

  • a brief cover letter demonstrating how you would fulfil this role;
  • a resume and any work experience references; and
  • a copy of university transcript.

This position is available to Australian citizens or permanent residents.

(Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted)

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