Senior Associate Geo-Environmental Engineer in Melbourne

Senior Associate Geo-Environmental Engineer in Melbourne

Melbourne Full-Time On-site
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Overview

Join our nationally recognised Geo-environmental team and take a leading role in delivering complex subsurface and earth-structure solutions across major infrastructure, mining, waste, and environmental projects. As a Senior Associate Geo-Environmental Engineer, you will provide technical leadership, deliver cutting-edge engineering solutions, and guide multidisciplinary teams through Australia’s most challenging geo-environmental projects.

Responsibilities

  • Design and deliver innovative engineering solutions for subsurface and earth-structure projects.
  • Lead complex and challenging projects across geo-environmental engineering, waste and contamination management, mining, hazardous dams, and major infrastructure works.
  • Develop high-quality technical reports, specifications, drawings, and documentation across all project phases, from concept to decommissioning.
  • Communicate complex technical issues and guide clients through regulatory frameworks with clarity and confidence.
  • Supervise, mentor, and support junior engineers while fostering a culture of technical excellence.
  • Manage scope, risks, and environmental impacts across multiple projects of varying scale and complexity.
  • Lead winning proposals, develop strong client relationships, and contribute to business growth.
  • Uphold WSP’s HSE standards, quality systems, and Code of Ethics, ensuring all work maintains high safety and ethical standards.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (required); Civil, Geotechnical or similar; postgraduate qualifications highly regarded.
  • 10+ years’ experience across civil, environmental, or geotechnical engineering.
  • Technical expertise in subsurface environmental risk management, geosynthetics, earthworks and embankments.
  • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex project scopes, variations, and delivery outcomes.
  • Strong project management skills with a commitment to innovation, quality, and timely delivery.
  • Exceptional communication skills, with experience presenting complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Demonstrated capability in business development and building strong client partnerships.
  • High-level safety leadership and experience applying safety-in-design principles.
  • Experience mentoring and developing early-career engineers and promoting cross-team knowledge sharing.
  • Advanced Digital Engineering/BIM capability (highly valued).
  • Current unrestricted Australian driver’s license.

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Senior Associate Geo-Environmental Engineer in Melbourne employer: WSP in Australia

WSP is an exceptional employer that offers a dynamic work environment in Melbourne, where you can engage in impactful civil engineering projects while collaborating with top professionals in the field. With a strong focus on employee growth, WSP provides numerous opportunities for career advancement, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that values diversity and innovation. Join us to make a meaningful contribution to sustainable solutions and enjoy a supportive workplace that prioritises your well-being.

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Contact Details:

WSP in Australia Recruitment Team