Associate Engineering Geologist

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 Associate

Geotechnical Engineers/Geologists

to join our renowned Geotechnical & Tunnelsteam, based in our Newcastle officeWehave 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, flexible working conditions, whilst working for one of the biggest and best engineering consultancies in the world, then this is the role for youThis role will see you enhance your capabilities and the reputation of WSP’s Geotechnical teams and will see you collaborate with talented professionals - Working on iconic projects to drive future ready outcomes that will benefit clients and communities... All whilst being minutes from the beachLeveraging more than 150 years of experience, our industry-leading Geotechnical and Tunnels team share a common passion for technical excellence and innovation.Our unique, specialised and future ready skills help address the ever-evolving challenges that earth, environment, and energy present to our clients and communities - At WSP you’ll find the scale and reach you need to do the kind of work the world needs – and the culture and people that make it the best work of your life.Geotechnical & TunnelsOur Geotechnical and Tunnels team is driven by a passion for technical excellence and innovation.By joining our Hunter team, you will be working both 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 includes 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.For candidates outside of Newcastle, our office is right in the heart of the city, just two blocks down from the beach – so close in fact that we even have our own surfboard rack Previously named by ‘The Lonely Planet Guide’ as one of the Top 10 Cities in the world, Newcastle is one of the most exciting and developing cities in the nation.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 more than delight any foodie, plus close proximity to one of the best wine growing regions in the world.It’s obvious why people who move here never want to leave, and the people that do leave always come back…For locals who know how fabulous this part of the world it, our office is located only 2 minutes walk from the light rail. Our Hunter business has been growing consistently for the past several years across our transport, mining, geotechnical and environment businesses, and is supported by many executive staff who have made the move to Newcastle.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 aspect of delivering small to large scale projectsUndertake and manage geotechnical investigation and design projects from proposal preparation to fieldwork, analysis and reportingSupport the delivery of dam surveillance, safety inspections, risk assessments, and development of safety management systemsUse your interpretation and design skills to contribute to geotechnical projects predominantly in the energy transition, mining industry and transport industryWork closely with the multidisciplinary team throughout project deliveryDrive business development through successful delivery of your projectsPromote a safe working culture by identifying and eliminating safety hazardsAbout YouWSP 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- Post graduate qualifications in a geotechnical related field will be considered favourablyMust have experience in geotechnical engineering/engineering geology (local experience preferred)Experience and passion for tailings storage facility and water dam managementA successful track record in undertaking and managing field investigations for small to large size geotechnical projectsTrack record of promoting innovation in the field of geotechnical engineering to create value for clients and their projectsDemonstrated experience in the preparation / review of written technical reports and client communicationsDemonstrated experience in geotechnical design including rock/soil/structure interactionA strong work ethic and ability to work autonomously and in a team environmentAbility to take responsibility for geotechnical design delivery in multidisciplinary environmentNatural talent in promoting a safe working culture by identifying and eliminating safety hazardsIn addition, you will bring the following skills and attributes:Natural connectorProblem solver with a powerful team spiritOpenCuriousPassionateAdaptableSomeone ready to do the kind of work the world needsAbout WSPWSP 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 andengineer 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.We believe that in imagining a better future for us all, you’ll imagine a better future for you.To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our

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page.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.

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