Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Newcastle

What if you could......

• Shape the career of a lifetime?
• Work with the best and brightest minds in the industry?

With us, you can. WSP are looking for experienced Geotechnical Engineers/Geologists to join our renowned Geotechnical & Tunnels team, based in our Newcastle office! We have two exciting roles available, comprising a Senior Geotechnical Engineer/Engineering Geologist and also an Associate Geotechnical Engineer/Engineering Geologist. If you are looking for lifestyle, work-life balance, and flexible working conditions while working for one of the biggest and best engineering consultancies in the world, then this is the role for you! This role will see you enhance your capabilities and the reputation of WSP’s Geotechnical teams, collaborating with talented professionals on iconic projects to drive future-ready outcomes that will benefit clients and communities... all whilst being minutes from the beach! Leveraging more than 150 years of experience, our industry-leading Geotechnical and Tunnels team share a common passion for technical excellence and innovation. By joining our Hunter team, you will be working collaboratively with our Principal and Executive Engineers, as well as providing technical advice to our diverse client portfolio over the full asset life cycle. Our works typically include site investigations, feasibility studies, design and analyses, construction support, and dam operation, as well as the development of dam safety management systems, including dam surveillance, safety reviews, and risk assessments. If you have been considering leaving the hustle and bustle of a major city, consider the affordability advantages that Newcastle offers instead, enjoying our stunning beaches, eclectic local arts and cultural scene, cafés and restaurants that will delight any foodie, plus close proximity to one of the best wine-growing regions in the world. What you’ll do: You will be working alongside other technical experts on both bidding and delivering successful projects. Your role will also be well supported across our business, with skilled resources and exposure in other sections. You will have the opportunity to:

• Foster and maintain relationships from proposal preparation to managing financial and technical aspects of delivering small to large-scale projects.
• Undertake and manage geotechnical investigation and design projects from proposal preparation to fieldwork, analysis, and reporting.
• Support the delivery of dam surveillance, safety inspections, risk assessments, and development of safety management systems.
• Use your interpretation and design skills to contribute to geotechnical projects predominantly in the energy transition, mining industry, and transport industry.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team throughout project delivery.
• Drive business development through successful delivery of your projects.
• Promote a safe working culture by identifying and eliminating safety hazards.

About You WSP encourages and supports ongoing personal and professional development. To be successful in these positions, it is anticipated that you will possess the following qualifications/requirements:

• A Civil/Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology degree - Postgraduate qualifications in a geotechnical related field will be considered favourably.
• Must have experience in geotechnical engineering/engineering geology (local experience preferred).
• Experience and passion for tailings storage facility and water dam management.
• A successful track record in undertaking and managing field investigations for small to large size geotechnical projects.
• Track record of promoting innovation in the field of geotechnical engineering to create value for clients and their projects.
• Demonstrated experience in the preparation/review of written technical reports and client communications.
• Demonstrated experience in geotechnical design including rock/soil/structure interaction.
• A strong work ethic and ability to work autonomously and in a team environment.
• Ability to take responsibility for geotechnical design delivery in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Natural talent in promoting a safe working culture by identifying and eliminating safety hazards.

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. At WSP, we want you to embrace your curiosity and work in a culture celebrating different perspectives. With access to global scale and reach, you’ll connect with the brightest minds in the field to make the best work of your life. Think this could be the opportunity for you? Apply now to begin your journey with WSP. WSP. With us, you can. Please, no Recruitment Agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr