Senior / Experienced Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnique Pty Ltd is a Sydney-based geotechnical engineering consultancy providing practical, high-quality geotechnical advice across residential, commercial and infrastructure projects throughout Greater Sydney and NSW.

Due to continued growth, we're seeking an Experienced to Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. This role suits an engineer with strong technical judgement and solid Sydney experience who is ready to take ownership of projects, manage clients directly, and provide practical  advice, while working closely with our Principal Engineers and the General Manager on the delivery and growth of the broader geotechnical team.

The Role

You'll manage a portfolio of geotechnical projects with a good degree of independence, from scoping and investigation through to reporting, design and construction support. You'll be a key technical point of contact for clients and contractors, and a trusted second set of eyes for our Principal Engineers and General Manager across project delivery, client relationships and day-to-day team operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee geotechnical investigations, including fieldwork scope, supervision and interpretation of subsurface conditions

• Prepare geotechnical factual, interpretative and design reports to a high professional standard, with minimal oversight

• Undertake geotechnical analysis and design across foundations, earthworks, excavations, retaining structures and pavements

• Provide geotechnical support during construction, including site inspections, verification of ground conditions, and practical advice to contractors and clients

• Manage project programme, budget and scope, and act as the primary client contact for your projects

• Support the Principal Engineers and General Manager with project delivery oversight and client management across the wider team

• Contribute to the mentoring and technical development of junior engineers

About You

• Minimum five years' geotechnical engineering experience, including at least three years in geotechnical consulting in Sydney

• Strong working knowledge of Sydney geology and ground conditions, and their practical implications for design and construction

• Demonstrated ability to independently prepare geotechnical reports and provide sound technical advice to clients

• Practical experience providing geotechnical advice and support during construction

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (essential); postgraduate qualification in Geotechnical Engineering highly regarded

• Sound understanding of relevant Australian Standards and local authority requirements

• Proficiency with geotechnical analysis and design software (e.g. PLAXIS, Slide, Geostudio) and pavement design experience is an advantage

• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status, or working towards is highly regarded

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical issues clearly to clients and contractors

• Comfortable managing multiple projects concurrently and working to time and budget constraints

• Current driver's licence and willingness to undertake fieldwork and site visits

• Full Australian working rights

What We Offer

• Exposure to a diverse range of projects across Greater Sydney and NSW

• Genuine opportunity to take ownership of projects and grow into a senior leadership role within the team

• Support for professional development, mentoring and career progression

• Collaborative, technically strong team environment

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience

How to Apply

If you're ready to take on greater project ownership and play a key role in a growing a Sydney geotechnical team, we'd like to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role to *******@geotech.com.au