Geotechnical Engineer

3 days ago

Perth, Western Australia Tetra Tech Full time $100,000 - $150,000 per year
  • Build a specialist career with a trusted industry leader
  • Enjoy development support, career opportunities, top notch technical environment
  • Perth, Western Australia

Enjoy the support of a strong specialist team, a steady pipeline of projects, and the security of a business that is thriving. This is your chance to build a rewarding, long-term career with a trusted industry leader.

About the role

Join our successful tailings storage facility design team, working on a wide range projects across Australia and internationally. Your work will span feasibility studies, geotechnical investigations, hazard and risk assessments, stability, seepage and dam break analyses, life of mine planning – including closure design, construction monitoring, and technical advisory.

You'll experience diverse, technically challenging projects while being supported by a strong team of tailings specialists. We have a steady pipeline of work from established and new clients. Our tailings business offers security, stability, and ongoing opportunities for growth—regardless of mining industry cycles.

Our Tailings team are involved in cutting-edge projects, addressing the big mining requirements of today.

About you

Your background will include:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
  • 5-10 years' geotechnical tailings and mining experience.
  • Technical progression in your geotechnical career.
  • The ability to make decisions on field investigations, laboratory testing, and construction.
  • Ability to manage planned travel within Australia and internationally.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and have the right to work in Australia.

You'll enjoy these benefits:

  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible work options, study breaks, and the ability to buy extra leave - up to 8 weeks per year
  • Diverse Projects: Work across a wide variety of projects, clients, and sectors.
  • Growth Opportunities: Professional development, coaching, and mentorship from our experts.
  • Memberships: Professional memberships to help you stay ahead in your field.
  • Recognition: Our reward and recognition program makes sure your hard work doesn't go unnoticed.
  • Ownership: Participate in our employee stock purchase plan.
  • Parental Leave: Paid leave for both primary and secondary caregivers.
  • Support: Employee assistance program for you and your immediate family.
  • Salary sacrifice: Pre-tax options to top up your super.
  • Travel Discounts: Great deals through our corporate traveller program.
  • Car Leasing: Take advantage of novated vehicle leasing options.

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 specialisation in engineering, geotechnical, testing, environmental, and project management services.

With over 30,000 Tetra Tech colleagues across 550 offices, we deliver projects that improve lives through science, technology, and innovation.

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