Engineering Geologist

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

The Opportunity

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Engineering Geologist to join our Adelaide office.  

You will be part of our accomplished Geotechnical and Tunnels section and will work alongside our established team of Geotechnical and Tunnelling technical experts, assisting in delivering successful projects. Your role will also be well supported across our business, with skilled resources in other sections. 

Your technical expertise will be deployed across projects in the transport, power, water, mining, property and government sectors to continue the growth of an already successful and reputable capability. 

What you will do

• Conduct survey analysis on the behaviour and mechanics of soil and rock when placed under pressure by proposed structures
• Investigate geological formations and ground behaviour and conduct scientific investigations and testing to understand the impact of these formations on the design and construction of geotechnical and tunnel projects.
• Conduct studies of the structure, nature and formation of the earth’s crust to inform against geotechnical and civil engineering design.
• Conduct fieldwork activities including site investigations (geotechnical and geological), soil logging and other activities including soil and groundwater sampling.
• Study the effects of natural events such as erosion, sedimentation, earthquakes and ground instability on engineering project site developments for geotechnical and civil engineers
• All aspects of field observations and site investigations of small to large scale engineering projects
• Manage, perform analysis and carry out geological and geotechnical reporting for projects
• Provide safety leadership in identifying and alleviating/ eliminating high priority safety hazards
• Prepare proposals and technical reports for clients.

What we will love about you

• Tertiary degree in Geology or Engineering Geology, or equivalent qualification.
• At least 2 years’ experience performing a similar role
• Willingness to travel and work on remote sites when required
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Proven track record of independent work and ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Valid manual driver’s license

The salary for the position is $87,000 (Total Remuneration Package inclusive of 12% superannuation).

 Some of the many benefits we offer our employees include:

• Flexible working hours and working from home
• Global mobility
• Parental leave & purchased additional annual leave
• Corporate employee discounts and offers
• Salary continuance insurance
• Wellness at work & social club
• Workplace giving /volunteering
• Employee reward & recognition program
• Professional and technical development opportunities

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. 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 Employee Benefits page.

With us, you can. Apply today.