Senior Geotechnical Engineer

3 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Klohn Crippen Berger Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

At KCB, we pride ourselves on our global reputation for technical excellence and our innovative approach to solving complex problems. Our diverse and inclusive teams bring creative perspectives, and our size allows us to tackle exciting projects in a positive work environment. Our tagline, "Down to Earth / Up to the Challenge," says a lot about who we are.

Our projects include tailings and waste storage facilities, water management structures, water dams, and mine infrastructure projects. We are engaged in the entire project cycle from green field studies, feasibility, site investigation, design, construction, commissioning, operations and maintenance, and closure. This allows our professionals to challenge themselves while gaining valuable engineering and project management experience on fascinating projects.

We are looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Brisbane-based engineering team to work on mining and resource projects located in Australia and overseas. Your experience will be applied to the planning, investigation, assessment, design and construction of tailings and water dams and waste storage for our existing mining and non-resource clients. Career development can be managed to support personal preferences such as niche, technical design specialists, or project participation in both technical dam engineering scopes and project management, or all-round dam engineering specialists, such as the responsible persons or Engineers of Record.

If you are registered, or eligible to register as a Professional Engineer, have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the mining or related industries, we want to hear from you

This senior role will give you the opportunity to:

  • work with our global team which includes many world-recognised tailings engineers
  • fill a technical role focused on tailings management design with conventional or alternative technologies, dam design, mining geo-structures and operations support
  • deliver projects successfully and be accountable for project planning, control, and direction
  • prepare and review technical reports, drawings, specifications, risk assessments, bill of quantities, and cost estimates
  • sustain client relationships and develop new business
  • join a dynamic company of motivated and hardworking professionals committed to delivering high quality engineering, geoscience, and environmental services
  • travel to project sites across Australia and worldwide

We value your:

  • Strong initiative, innovation, and commitment to technical excellence as well as your enthusiasm and drive toward long-term success.
  • Enthusiasm to learn and increase your technical skills and professional experience.
  • Ability to work autonomously or within a project team with like-minded professionals in offices around Australia and overseas.
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills including your experience in writing proposals, technical reports, and general project correspondence.
  • Exceptional team spirit, interpersonal skills and your ability to build long-term, successful relationships with our clients and our project teams.
  • Ability to develop and grow relationships with a variety of clients.

What we offer in addition to an exciting role:

  • Additional Superannuation: 2.5% extra to secure your future.
  • Income Protection Insurance: Peace of mind for you and your family.
  • Parental and Volunteer Leave: Support for your personal and community commitments.
  • Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
  • Novated Leasing: Flexible vehicle leasing options.
  • Hybrid Working Policy: Balance work and life with our flexible approach.
  • Social and Mental Well-being Initiatives: Programs to support your overall well-being.
  • Training and Development Opportunities: Continuous growth and learning.
  • Additional incentives may be available dependent on the performance of the company, business unit and individual.

This role offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Are you up to the challenge? Please apply online.
Contact Richard Lumb | Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Specialist

About Us:
KCB Australia Pty Ltd (KCB) is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm providing engineering, geoscience and environmental services globally. We offer a full range of services from our offices in Australia, Canada, USA, UK, Brazil and Peru. Read more about us here

We respect the uniqueness that makes you, you. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from all qualified career seekers. KCB is an Australian Business Awards Employer of Choice recipient



  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Civil Geotechnical Consultants Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting geotechnical investigations, analysing data, and providing recommendations for construction projects.As our business continues to grow throughout QLD and nationwide, we are looking for an experienced Geotechnical...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Aurecon Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    Want to bring ideas to life? As an engineer you're no doubt aware of Aurecon - we've been a leading design, engineering and advisory company for decades. But why should you choose to join us? Every project Aurecon delivers leaves a legacy. Every project has sustainability embedded in decision making. And every project is at the leading-edge of technical...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Aurecon Group Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    Want to bring ideas to life?As an engineer you're no doubt aware of Aurecon – we've been a leading design, engineering and advisory company for decades. But why should you choose to join us?Every project Aurecon delivers leaves a legacy. Every project has sustainability embedded in decision making. And every project is at the leading-edge of technical...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia GreenTec Consulting Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    GreenTec Group (GreenTec Consulting & Sigma Geo Environment) is a specialist consulting firm based in Brisbane and are currently looking to grow our Brisbane team with exciting design and construction projects located Australia wide.  Due to growth and a strong project pipeline of work we are looking for an experienced Senior Engineer with either Civil and...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia New Porgera Limited Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    About New PorgeraNew Porgera Limited (NPL) is a company incorporated in Papua New Guinea and owns the Porgera Gold Mine in Enga Province. The Porgera Gold Mine will employ nearly 3,000 Papua New Guineans at full production, and over the last 30 years of life of the mine it has contributed approximately 10% of Papua New Guinea's total annual exports.About the...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia CMW Geosciences Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    About UsSince starting in Perth in 2012, CMW Geosciences has expanded to 19 business units with over 300 employees across Australia and New Zealand. We are hard-working, down-to-earth, and passionate Geotech professionals, providing quality geotechnical site investigation, analysis, and design advice to the construction, infrastructure, mining and energy...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Klohn Crippen Berger Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer – Tailings & Mine WasteBrisbane, QLDAre you looking for an opportunity to…Leave a positive impact on the environment and communities?Solve some of the most complex management of mine waste and water challenges faced by the mining industry?Work on some of the largest mine sites and tailings dams in the world?Work with a...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia BGC Engineering Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    About UsBGC Engineering Inc. (BGC) is an international consultancy that provides professional services in applied earth sciences. We are proud of our talented team of over 800 employees, spanning the fields of Engineering, Geoscience, Data Science, Geomatics, Software, Accounting, Administration, Health & Safety and Human Resources.   Alongside our clients...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia BGC Engineering Inc. Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    About UsBGC Engineering Inc. (BGC) is an international consultancy that provides professional services in applied earth sciences. We are proud of our talented team of over 800 employees, spanning the fields of Engineering, Geoscience, Data Science, Geomatics, Software, Accounting, Administration, Health & Safety and Human Resources. Alongside our clients and...


  • Brisbane, Queensland, Australia CMW Geosciences Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

    About UsSince starting in Perth in 2012, CMW Geosciences has expanded to 22 offices with 300 employees across Australia and New Zealand. We are hard-working, down-to-earth, and passionate engineers and geologists who provide quality geotechnical site investigation, analysis, and design advice to the construction, infrastructure and energy sectors.As a...