Engineering Geologist at WSP

Perth, Western Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Assessment, Core Logging, Geotechnical Mapping, Site Investigation, Drilling Supervision, Data Interpretation, Technical Reporting, Slope Stability, Foundation Assessment, Rail Formation Analysis, Earthworks

Industry

Professional Services

Description

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. 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. What you’ll do: WSP is growing our Mining team and we’re looking for an Engineering Geologist to support a strong pipeline of sustaining capital projects and heavy haul rail work across WA. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys getting into the field, working closely with engineers and site teams, and delivering practical outcomes on active mining operations. Day to day, your role will include; * Support delivery of geotechnical and engineering geology scopes across mining and heavy haul rail projects * Monthly field work site investigations, logging, mapping, inspections and supervision of drilling programs * Contribute to geotechnical assessments for slopes, foundations, rail formations and earthworks * Support design inputs for sustaining capital works (pads, roads, rail, drainage, infrastructure upgrades) * Data collection, interpretation and reporting to inform project decisions * Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (civil, geotechnical, structural) and site stakeholders * Manage and monitor the technical quality of work performed by the team and promote a culture of technical excellence within the team. About you: * Relevant degree in Geology, Geoscience, Geotechnical Engineering or similar * 2–7 years’ experience in engineering geology ideally within mining, infrastructure or rail * Strong field capability; comfortable with regular site travel and hands-on investigation work * Experience with core logging, geotechnical mapping and site investigations * Practical, solutions-focused approach suited to brownfield / sustaining capital environments * Clear communication skills and ability to work with site teams and contractors Why WSP? * Strong pipeline of mining sustaining capital and heavy haul rail projects across WA and nationally * Balance of field work and technical delivery * Exposure to multidisciplinary project teams and major clients * Flexible working and genuine career development pathways

Responsibilities

Support the delivery of geotechnical and engineering geology scopes for mining and heavy haul rail projects across Western Australia. This includes conducting field investigations, logging, mapping, and providing design inputs for sustaining capital works.