Senior Geotechnical Engineer

About the Company

Douglas Partners Pty Ltd is an Australian, employee-owned consultancy and an industry leader in geotechnical, environmental and groundwater engineering, employing over 650 people across 19 offices, with 14 NATA-accredited laboratories across Australia.

Our core values of People, Integrity, Improvement and Excellence guide everything we do. We prioritise safety, foster an inclusive culture and are committed to sustainability in all our work.

To learn more about us, visit www.douglaspartners.com.au

About the Role

Sustained demand across the region means Douglas Partners is expanding its geotechnical team in Wollongong. We are seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team as we strengthen our position as the leading geotechnical consultancy across the Illawarra, South Coast and Southern Highlands.

This is a key technical and project leadership role, responsible for delivering high-quality geotechnical services across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure, civil and development projects throughout southern NSW.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree qualified in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

• 6+ years’ experience in geotechnical engineering within Australia, with a minimum 2 years’ project management experience

• Chartered status (e.g. CPEng, RPGeo), or actively progressing towards chartership (desirable)

• Strong understanding of Australian Standards and NSW-specific conditions

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong project and client leadership capability, with a positive, ‘can-do’ attitude

• Proven ability to build and maintain trusted client partnerships through strategic engagement and the delivery of expert solutions

• Established local networks you can leverage to drive business growth and secure high-value projects

• A desire to collaborate, mentor and contribute to the continued success of the business

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work on high-profile local and regional projects

• A senior role with real influence on technical direction and project outcomes

• Collaborative, supportive workplace culture

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience

• Career progression opportunities and professional development support

• Wollongong-based role offering excellent lifestyle and work–life balance

If you’re open to new possibilities — even if you’re not actively job hunting — we’d love to connect for a chat.

Applicants must have Australian work rights. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.