Macquarie Geotechnical is a Geotechnical Consulting / Drilling & Construction Materials Testing company working on both civil and mining infrastructure projects throughout Australia. We maintain a fleet of modern drill rigs, support equipment and tools that are at the forefront of the industry.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Tertiary qualification in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering/Engineering Geology
• Great attitude and ability to learn & work in a team environment
• Good computer skills
• Good written & verbal communication skills
• Ability to pass a ‘fit to work’ medical & regular drug and alcohol screening
• The position involves manual labour
• Valid Driver’s licence
• White Card

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Graduate Engineering Geologist / Geotechnical Engineer is responsible for the testing, sampling and interpreting of soil and rock materials to produce geotechnical assessments and reports. You will also be required to work in a team environment alongside other employees.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To liaise with the Geotechnical Manager & Technical Manager to schedule daily/weekly work requirements
• Undertake data management including logs, gINT and management of Jira
• Assist with digital data capture and processing as directed
• Undertake engineering test pits using hand augers, backhoes & excavators
• Supervise drilling using 4wd & truck mounted drilling rigs. Perform logging and sampling of soil material.
• Undertake in-situ geotechnical testing such as dynamic cone penetrometer testing, hand shear vane testing, pocket penetrometer testing & plate load tests
• Prepare geotechnical reports for review by the Geotechnical Manager and submission to the client
• To undertake testing of soil & rock in accordance with their relevant Australian Standards, RMS & other relevant standards as required
• Preparation of paperwork for field testing & laboratory testing