Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

2 days ago

Perth, Western Australia Douglas Partners Pty Ltd Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

About the Company

Douglas Partners Pty Ltd is an employee-owned and Australian industry-leading geotechnical, environmental and groundwater consultancy employing over 600 people throughout 19 offices, with 14 NATA-accredited laboratories across Australia.

Our core values—People, Integrity, Improvement, Excellence—guide everything we do. We prioritise safety, foster an inclusive culture, act with integrity, continuously strive for improvement and are committed to sustainability and excellence in all our work.

To learn more about our company values, visit

What the role is

Our Perth office is seeking a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in January 2026. 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.

Why Join Us

At Douglas Partners, you'll be supported to grow and thrive through:

  • Diverse, meaningful project work across sectors;
  • Coaching and mentoring from some of the industry's top leaders;
  • Further educational support for tuition fees and study leave;
  • Bonuses for industry accreditations;
  • Flexible work arrangements;
  • 5 week's annual leave after 5 years' of service;
  • Employee Assistance Program for Health & Wellbeing;
  • Discount offers on your shopping through our Douglas Good Deals platform;
  • Opportunities to work across Australia (we have 19 offices in both regional and metropolitan locations).

About You

Bachelor Degree in:

  • Engineering - Civil, Geotechnical; or
  • Sciences - Geology

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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