At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct geotechnical investigations and analyses for diverse infrastructure projects.
- Company: Join AECOM, a leader in civil infrastructure and geotechnical engineering.
- Benefits: Flexible work arrangements, mentorship, and ongoing learning opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on projects across Australia and beyond while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: 2-10 years in geotechnical engineering; relevant degree required.
The predicted salary is between 69750 - 85250 $ per year.
Job Overview
AECOM seeks a motivated Engineering Geologist / Geotechnical Engineer for its Civil Infrastructure, Geotechnical Engineering and Tunnelling Team based in South‐East Queensland. The role supports projects across infrastructure, transportation, water, dams, buildings, energy and environment sectors throughout Queensland, Australia, New Zealand, and internationally.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate and undertake geotechnical site investigations, including drilling supervision, sampling, and in‐situ testing.
- Conduct soil profiling and rock core logging per Australian Standard AS 1726:2017.
- Collect and manage soil and rock samples; coordinate laboratory testing programs.
- Prepare factual and interpretive reports.
- Perform desktop studies, data review, interpretation, and technical documentation.
- Communicate effectively with clients, contractors and project teams to resolve geotechnical challenges.
- Assist with tender submissions, scope development and preliminary cost estimates.
- Support geotechnical analyses for foundations, slope stability, pavement designs, earthworks and other geo‐structures.
- Ensure work complies with relevant standards, guidelines and safety procedures.
Qualifications & Experience
- 2–10 years in engineering geology or geotechnical engineering, ideally within a consulting environment.
- Relevant tertiary degree in Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline; professional registration or working towards RPGeo, CPEng or RPEQ (or eligible through mutual recognition).
- Willingness to undertake regular fieldwork and travel when required.
- Strong understanding of soil and rock mechanics, slope stability and site investigation practices.
- Familiarity with geotechnical software such as OpenGround / gINT, Rocscience, GeoStudio, PLAXIS, SLOPE/W, Leapfrog or similar, and AutoCAD.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Current Class C driver's licence.
Benefits & Development
The role provides a balanced mix of fieldwork and office‐based technical work, opportunities to develop technical expertise, mentorship, ongoing learning, flexible work arrangements and a supportive collaborative environment.
Applications are reviewed as they come in; the role may close earlier than expected. If interested, please apply promptly.
Engineering Geologist / Geotechnical Engineer in Nambour employer: AECOM
AECOM is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative work culture, allowing you to engage with diverse engineering disciplines while contributing to impactful Defence and transport projects across Queensland. With a strong emphasis on professional development through AECOM University and flexible work arrangements, you'll find ample opportunities for growth and mentorship, making it a rewarding place to advance your career in civil infrastructure design.
