Associate / Senior Associate Engineer - Geotechnics

• Global engineering consultancy with great career opportunities
• Opportunity to work on a variety of interesting projects 
• Friendly working environment across the business

About SMEC

SMEC provides unique opportunities to work on iconic industry projects with experienced colleagues and leadership teams. We support and empower employees to drive innovation initiatives within a well-established and growing organisation.

With over 16,500 employees working out of 120 offices in 40+ countries throughout Australasia, Asia, the Middle East, UK, Africa, North and South America, we partner with our parent company Surbana Jurong and sister company Robert Bird Group (RBG) to deliver integrated Infrastructure, Urban Development and Management Services expertise to our clients worldwide.

The Role

We are currently seeking an Associate / Senior Associate Geotechnical Engineer, with extensive experience in site investigations to join our Geotech team in Sydney and assist with the delivery of major infrastructure geotechnical site investigation projects.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivery and project management of site investigation works across major infrastructure projects - roads, railways, energy and water
• Data interpretation and providing engineering reports and recommendations based on investigation data
• Assist with business development activities
• Building SMEC's reputation locally, nationally and internationally as a leading consultant with a strong reputation for innovation, technical excellence, quality and project delivery.
• Building strong and sustainable relationships with existing or new clients
• When required, providing project governance, at project director level, to achieve reliable project performance in terms of sophistication, timeliness and quality
• Supporting our regional management team in Australia to provide leadership to employees to ensure cohesion, optimal performance, resourcing, retention and professional development

About You

• Relevant engineering degree with a focus in Geotechnical Engineering/Geology
• 10+ years industry experience
• Experience delivering detailed design/modelling, proof engineering and site investigation works across civil infrastructure projects
• Experience of slope risk assessments, slope remediation designs and geotechnical tunnelling
• Project Management knowledge/experience and ability to manage client relationships and expectations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively within a diverse and multi-disciplinary environment
• Able to undertake some travel (domestic or international)

In return, SMEC offers you the benefits that come from working in a global multidisciplinary consultancy in an environment where your fresh ideas and enthusiasm will be welcomed and rewarded.

Link to benefits: http://www.smec.com/en_au/careers/your-career-with-SMEC

How to Apply

To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link and follow the prompts. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Awestha Momand - awestha.momand@smec.com

All recruitment activities go through our Resourcing function and currently, this role does not require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!