Graduate Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist QLD

Tonkin + Taylor, founded in New Zealand in 1959, is now one of Australia’s fastest growing engineering and environmental consultancies, with over 1000 staff internationally. We embrace diversity and inclusion and offer an environment in which new ideas, innovation, technical rigour, and achievement of results are rewarded. It is a place where you can work alongside technical experts to solve some of the most challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects nationwide. We implement sustainability into how we operate and are committed to taking action to respond to the global and local sustainability challenges facing our natural environment and society.

We are looking for multiple Graduate Geotechnical Engineers or Engineering Geologists to be involved in the planning, management and undertaking of ground investigations across a range of projects in Queensland.

The role will have a strong fieldwork focus and will suit someone who enjoys working outdoors and thrives in a dynamic work environment. The hours in this role may vary depending on fieldwork and project requirements. Worksites will vary from preliminary investigations to construction phase supervision, in settings from rural sites to the CBD.

What’s in it for you?

• Professional and technical development opportunities
• Professional memberships
• Study assistance and CPEng support
• Purchase leave policy
• Paid parental and partner leave
• Wellbeing benefits

Key responsibilities:

• Soil and rock logging
• In-situ testing, including hand shear vane, pocket penetrometer, and Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP)
• Managing subcontractors for borehole drilling, including associated in-situ tests such as excavation of test pits, Cone Penetrometer Testing (CPT), and standard Penetration tests
• Reporting on pile bore conditions, foundations, and temporary batters

As you develop, you will also have opportunities to be involved in various aspects of geotechnical design.

Our preferred candidate will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology or similar
• 1-2 years‘ experience in planning and undertaking ground/site investigations
• An ability to log in accordance with AS 1726 (geotechnical site investigations) and an understanding of the methodologies of AS 1289 (methods of testing soils for engineering purposes) will be highly regarded
• Experience in a consulting environment and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team are advantageous
• Proven report writing capability and project management skills are desirable
• A current Queensland driver’s licence

About us:

We provide a comprehensive suite of geotechnical and engineering geology services and expertise in Australia, supporting various market sectors to meet our clients’ requirements. Our team of experts are trusted advisors to government and non-government organisations, councils, and private enterprise.

• 100% employee owned and operated
• A commitment to training, support of your career ambitions and opportunities for development
• The opportunity to work alongside and be supported by world-class geotechnical experts

We are a dedicated team of professionals working in the geotechnical, environmental, and consulting engineering space who enjoy our work and like to have fun. Tonkin + Taylor is not only a place to work – it’s a place where your contribution will make a difference.

Want to join the team? Apply Now.

For further information on Tonkin + Taylor, go to www.tonkintaylor.com.au or contact Nicole Gil at NGil@tonkintaylor.com.au

Tonkin + Taylor is committed to providing equal opportunities, and a work environment which is inclusive of all. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.