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Graduate Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist

Graduate Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist

Kunda Park, Sunshine Coast, QLD

About the Role

Our Sunshine Coast office is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer / Geologist to join the team. In this role you will complement our consulting group so that projects continue to run efficiently and effectively, thus ultimately maintaining clients’ satisfaction.

Your main responsibilities will include carrying out and supervising field work, reporting and assisting in the preparation of tenders on a wide range of projects, including:

  • Medium to large scale residential / commercial / industrial / infrastructure projects;
  • Site inspection / testing / monitoring services for construction sites;
  • Manage a variety of subcontractors such as drilling rigs, excavators, service locators and traffic control crews to complete the work within allotted timeframes;
  • Analysing and problem-solving using software such as Slope/W, WALLAP, Plaxis and FLAC to facilitate the geotechnical, structural and civil designs; and
  • Adhere to relevant Work Health and Safety requirements.

Given the variety of project work available throughout the year, there is a mix of field work and office-based time.

About You

To be considered for this role, the successful applicant will:

  • Achieved a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering – Geotechnical; or
  • Achieved a Bachelor’s Degree in Sciences – Geology;
  • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  • Competently operate effectively both in a small team environment and independently;
  • Enjoy working both in the office and outdoors; and
  • Hold a current Australian driver’s licence (manual would be highly regarded).

What’s in it for you

  • Gain experience in all sectors of the business;
  • Coaching and mentoring from some of the industry’s top leaders;
  • Further educational support for tuition fees and study leave;
  • Professional bonuses for industry accreditations;
  • Opportunities to work across Australia (we have 20 offices in both regional and metropolitan locations!);
  • Company provided phone and laptop;
  • Flexible work arrangements;
  • Enhanced leave and superannuation after milestones;
  • Employee Assistance Program for Health & Wellbeing;
  • Discount offers on your shopping through our Douglas Good Deals;
  • A work culture that is empowering, fun and inclusive where people matter!

To Apply

Please apply with the following:

  • A brief cover letter;
  • A resume and any work experience references; and
  • A copy of university transcript.

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