Geotechnical Technician
2 days ago
Company Description
Geotechnical Designs is a specialist geotechnical consultancy focused on fast, reliable, and code-compliant site investigations and reporting for residential and commercial developments across Australia. We deliver clear, buildable advice that lowers ground risk, streamlines approvals, and optimises foundation costs.
Role Description
-Performs a variety of tasks in support of engineering office and field staff.
-Take soil samples and logging in accordance with AS
-Attend projects experiencing problematic ground conditions, perform measurements and record observations. Liaison with project engineering staff to determine cost effective, realistic solutions.
-Complete granular and soils material sampling.
-Coordinate with utility locators, sub-contractor representatives and other on-site personnel
-Assist with mobilization and demobilization of project related equipment.
- Assist with general data entry, analysis and preparing documents.
-Collection of environmental samples (soil and water) for chemical assessment in support of construction activities
-Communicate with Senior Engineering Staff as to any field observations or equipment needs during project work.
-Other duties as required.
Qualifications
- An interest in developing fundamental geotechnical engineering knowledge
- 1 - 2 years' experience in a similar role/some site experience (desirable but not essential)
- Full and valid manual driver's license
- Minimum two year's local driving experience
- 3.5t towing experience (desirable but not essential)
- Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of programs
- Preferred knowledge of logging procedure in accordance with AS
- Understanding of AS and AS
- Industry White Card (essential)
- Willingness to work outdoors
- Mechanical aptitude
- Eligibility for full time work within Australia
