Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Douglas Partners Pty Ltd is an industry-leading geotechnical, environmental and groundwater consulting firm employing over 600 people throughout 20 offices across Australia. Our corporate purpose is Understanding the Earth and delivering practical solutions to enhance outcomes for our clients, community and environment. We are 100% employee-owned and managed, with a key objective to provide outstanding service to our clients.
A work culture that is empowering, supportive and inclusive where people matter most!
About the Role
Currently we are expanding both our capabilities and market share and therefore need a high calibre Geotechnical Engineer to assist with our growing clientele. You will apply your knowledge and skills to support our geotechnical team in the Melbourne office and work with an enthusiastic, energetic and diverse team to exceed client's expectations.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Preparing winning tenders and proposals.
- Management of projects, planning and coordinating field investigations for a wide variety of small to large scale residential / commercial / industrial / infrastructure projects.
- Coordination and oversight of site inspection / testing / monitoring services for construction sites for a range of earthworks, pavements, deep excavation, road, rail and tunnel projects.
- Analyse a range of geotechnical problems, including shallow and deep foundations, embankments, pavements, dams, retaining structures, slope stability and soil improvement.
- Completion or direction of analysis and problem-solving using software such as Slope/W, CIRCLY and in-house software to facilitate the geotechnical, structural, civil and environmental designs.
- Writing technical memoranda, letters and reports to a high standard, as expected by our clients.
- Business development, client development and management.
- Mentoring of other geotechnical professionals within the geotechnical team.
About the Candidate
- Ideally, 5 - 15 years' professional experience as a Geotechnical Engineer with experience in site investigations.
- Practically minded and enjoy outdoor work.
- Must hold a current valid full driver licence class C (manual licence highly regarded).
- Ability to work in a team-based environment.
- Able to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, contractors and auditors.
- Excellent writing skills.
- Proven problem solving and pattern recognition skills.
- High level of computer skills.
- High commitment to safety.
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
If this position sounds like you, we would like to hear from you. Please submit a resume and brief covering letter demonstrating your qualifications, experience and career achievements for consideration.