SUMMARY:
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
POSITION INFO:
Employer Description Our client is a professional services firms specializing in engineering, environmental consulting, project management, and advisory services. It operates across South Africa and the broader African continent, supporting projects in infrastructure, mining, energy, property, transportation, water, and environmental sectors Job Description You Will: Lead and manage geological and geotechnical projects, including multidisciplinary projects, tailings facility site investigations, infrastructure, and building projects. Plan, manage and support geotechnical site investigations and fieldwork activities. Interpret geological and geotechnical data, perform analysis, and develop sound conclusions and recommendations. Prepare proposals, tenders, technical reports, and other project deliverables. Characterise ground conditions and engineering materials to support design and project decision-making. Develop project methodologies, scopes of work and cost estimates for proposals. Manage and conduct field observations and geological and geotechnical reporting for projects. Apply sound engineering judgement when adapting methods, approaches and technical solutions where required. Work closely with other senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams to support integrated project delivery. Provide technical guidance and supervision to technicians and junior professional staff where required. Identify safety hazards, report OH&S incidents and carry out work in a safe and responsible manner. Complete required inductions and project pre-requisites. Conduct all work in line with the company, client and government conditions, policies, procedures, regulations, and standards. Support client engagement and business development activities. Prepare presentation materials and present technical information to clients and project stakeholders. Participate in training, mentoring, and knowledge-sharing activities with intermediate and junior geotechnical engineers and engineering geologists Qualifications A Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. Postgraduate studies in Geotechnical Engineering would be advantageous. Professional registration with ECSA. Skills At least 8 years' post-graduate experience in geotechnical engineering. Consolidated experience in geotechnical investigations, including factual and interpretive reporting. Strong technical knowledge and practical application of soil and rock mechanics. Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Strong written, diagrammatic, and verbal communication skills. Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships. Proven ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. A track record of working on large, intermediate, and small projects across a range of sectors. Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capability. Strong commercial and technical awareness. A commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. The ability to build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues. A collaborative mindset and a passion for developing others. A track record of delivering high-quality technical solutions in complex project environments. Benefits Inclusive
