Graduate Geological or Geotechnical Engineer

About Us

BGC 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 industry partners, BGC works collaboratively as 'One Team', dedicated to solving the world's most critical applied earth science challenges. BGC has offices across Canada, the USA, Santiago (Chile), Santo Domingo (Dominican Republic) and Brisbane (Australia).

Our Brisbane office plays a key role in BGC's global operations, delivering expert applied earth science services tailored to Australia's unique geological and regulatory landscape. With a strong focus on geotechnical tailings dam design, BGC Australia supports the full lifecycle of tailings facilities — from site selection and hazard assessments to detailed design, operational support, construction monitoring, and closure. We are globally recognized for our expertise in residual soils, seismic and static liquefaction assessments, hazard identification, and risk-informed decision-making. 

Our flat management structure creates a culture of innovation, excellence and transparency and a casual, dynamic and inclusive work environment. BGC prides itself on offering training and mentoring opportunities to further our employees' professional growth as well as social and wellness activities that contribute to the connection and wellbeing of our team.

We believe in One Team, Excellence, Curiosity, Common Sense and Clarity.

The Role

BGC is seeking a Graduate Geological or Geotechnical Engineer with a passion for applied earth sciences and a dedication to lifelong learning in a technically challenging and inspiring team environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, relevant work experience and a desire to travel and work in diverse and remote conditions. BGC provides an opportunity to develop an exciting career that builds on fundamental skills gained during university. Graduate Engineers at BGC can expect a mix of field- and office-based work supporting a variety of clients within in the mining sector, completed under the guidance of technical experts.

Typical field work includes site investigations (including drilling and downhole testing, testing pitting, field mapping, geophysical surveys, instrumentation installation, river/stream inspection, and engineering geology assessment) and construction monitoring. Field work can involve stints of up to 2-3 weeks in remote areas, and may include multiple shifts, or a scheduled rotation. Typical office work includes reporting and interpretation of field data, engineering or geoscience analysis including material and site characterization, interpretation of instrumentation data, and contribution to designs.

This role is a full-time position based in Brisbane, Australia with opportunities to travel to our international offices and work on projects worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to geotechnical investigation, assessment, design, and construction monitoring at mine sites for waste management facilities (e.g. tailings), open pits, underground excavations, access roads, and building foundations. Work could include foundation inspection, oversight of material placement and design conformance as well as interpretation of field or instrumentation data, seepage, slope stability and deposition analysis, reporting and data reduction, and preparing construction drawings and specifications.
• Assist with data management and reporting for tailings-related projects, including compiling field logs, organising instrumentation data, preparing figures and tables for technical reports, and supporting document control and quality assurance processes during feasibility, design, and construction phases.
• Supporting surface water assessments for environmental baseline studies, water supply projects, design of remediation works, design and construction of water management infrastructure, balance studies, hydrologic assessments, and engineering geology risk assessments.
  

Required Education, Experience and Competencies

• A recent graduate of an undergraduate degree in Civil-Geotechnical or Geological Engineering
• 0-5 years of relevant work experience
• Excellent written, presentation, and oral communications
• MS Office proficiency
• Proficiency using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software is an asset
• A second language is an asset
• A post-graduate degree is an asset

Familiarity with some of the below topics is an asset:

• Soil Mechanics
• Dam Design
• Hydrotechnical (Water Resources) Engineering (Hydrology and Hydraulics)
• Engineering Geology
• Field Mapping
• Technical Writing
  

Position Requirements

Drug & Alcohol Testing
To ensure we meet our client's compliance requirements and our workplace health and safety commitments, BGC has a drug and alcohol policy that applies to this position. The policy states that an employee may be required to take a drug and alcohol test prior to engaging in field work. This testing could be requested within an employee's first week or in the future, as required. It is important to note that some clients also require random drug and alcohol testing, and/or testing in the event of a health and safety accident or incident.

Driver's License
BGC requires employees to hold a valid, full driver's license in the jurisdiction where they will be employed. A Traffic History Report must be submitted upon hire. Employees must be able to drive a field pick-up truck. Employees are required to complete BGC Driver Training and a Driver Assessment. If you are unable to meet the job requirements listed above, please contact Human Resources.

Travel and Vaccination
BGC is committed to maintaining a safe work environment to ensure the health and safety of employees while on business travel and during field assignments. To meet travel and client requirements, employees may be required to receive vaccinations such as yellow fever, COVID-19, malaria, etc. If you require an accommodation or wish to discuss your situation, please contact Human Resources. BGC requires that you have a current passport for this position.

Company Benefits

BGC offers our employees the following: 

• Our 'One Team' culture supporting health, wellness, safety and diversity
• Professional development and mentoring opportunities
• Flexible workplace with hybrid work arrangements
• Social activities
• Opportunity to work from other BGC offices in Canada and the United States
  

The estimated base salary for this position is $75,000 to $100,000 AUD per annum, however base pay will be commensurate with job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. BGC's compensation package also includes an annual bonus, training allowance and a comprehensive medical and dental plan.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion 

BGC strives to create a workplace where equity, diversity and inclusion are embedded throughout our workplace culture and practices. Join us in our commitment to honour individuality, ensure fairness, and create a welcoming environment for everyone. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all candidates, including those experiencing inequity such as racialized individuals, Indigenous People, women, people of diverse sexual orientations, identities and expressions, veterans, individuals with disabilities, people of all faiths, nationalities, marital status, ages, and family status. For assistance or accommodation with your application, please contact us