Engineering Geologist

Work from home or in our innovative Perth CBD office

Fantastic opportunity for Geotechnical Engineers and Engineering Geologistsfrom Graduate level and beyond to join WSP’s renowned Geotechnical and Tunnels team based in our innovative Perth CBD office!

By joining us, you will not only develop your future ready skills within Geotechnical, but you will also be a valued team member by continuing to help support successful delivery of exciting projects not only in WA, but nationwide and beyond! This is your chance to make an impact on communities today as well as tomorrow!

At WSP, we are committed to nurturing and developing the next generation of Changemakers through mentorship and structured development programs. As part of our global firm, you’ll find the scale and reach you need to do the kind of work the world needs – and the culture and people that make it the best work of your life.

Geotechnical & Tunnels:

Our Geotechnical and Tunnels team is driven by a passion for technical excellence and innovation. Our specialised, forward-looking expertise addresses the evolving challenges that earth, environment, and energy present to our clients and communities.

What you’ll do

You will be integral part of our accomplished Geotechnical and Tunnels section and will work alongside our established team of Geotechnical and Tunnelling technical experts, assisting in bidding and delivering successful projects. Your role will also be well supported across our business, with skilled resources in other sections. 

Your passion and technical expertise will be deployed across a number of diverse project, and expose you to a variety of industries, such as transport, power, water, mining, property and also government sectors, to further continue the growth of an already successful and reputable capability. Your day to day would look something like the following:

• Design, undertake and manage geotechnical investigation projects from proposal, preparation to fieldwork, and then undertake analysis and reporting.
• Use your investigation and design skills to contribute to geotechnical and multidisciplinary projects across the sectors in which we operate.
• Drive business development through successful delivery of your projects.
• Assist with project planning and deliverables of technical complexity.
• Promote a safe working culture by identifying and eliminating safety hazards.

 About You

Whether you are a recent graduate, or have years of experience… If you possess the following, we would love to hear from you!

• A civil engineering or engineering geology degree.
• Experience in geotechnical engineering.
• A track record in undertaking and managing field investigations for small to large size geotechnical projects.
• Demonstrated experience in the preparation of written technical reports and client communications.
• Demonstrated experience in geotechnical design.
• A strong work ethic and ability to work autonomously and in a team environment.

 In addition, you will bring the following skills and attributes: 

·      Natural connector

·      Problem solver with a powerful team spirit

·      Open

·      Curious

·      Passionate

·      Adaptable

·      Someone who is ready to do the kind of work the world needs

About WSP

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services firms, bringing together approximately 6,000 talented people across 15 offices in Australia.

We are technical experts who design and provide strategic advice on sustainable solutions and engineer Future ReadyTM projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come. 

As a member of WSP's ‘Emerging Professionals Network’, you will embrace your curiosity and work in a culture celebrating different perspectives. With our global scale and reach, you’ll connect with the brightest minds in the field to make the best work of your life.

We strive to create a work environment where you’ll always find new ways to grow – where you’ll design your own path and do what truly matters to you.

We are recognised as a GradAustralia Top 100 employer and an AAGE Top 75 graduate employer.

To find out more about our Early Career Programs and community click here. 

WSP is committed to providing an inclusive, diverse, and equal opportunity workplace. We are proud to promote Indigenous voices and are actively delivering a ‘Stretch’ level Reconciliation Action Plan. Accredited by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice, we also support the LGBTQIA+ community, and encourage all employees to bring their whole selves to work.

Think this could be the opportunity for you? Apply now to begin your journey with WSP!

 Imagine a better future for us all – and a better future for you.

 WSP. With us, you can.