Geotechnical Engineer

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Geotechnical Engineer . Terms and conditions vacancy

• Hawkes Bay based role with project locations around NZ and overseas
• Join a growing, progressive and forward thinking business
• Competitive salary + professional memberships + life insurance cover

RDCL’s reputation is built on tackling big jobs.  From the beginning we’ve completed projects that tested our capacity, technical ability and often, individual physical resolve.  Our success is evident in our enviable safety record, repeat business and long-term relationships.

Our people are central to our success and demonstrate our determination to be the leading provider of mining and geotechnical solutions.  Our geologists, geophysicists and geotechnical engineers use state-of-the-art technology including Downhole Geophysics, Surface Geophysics and CPT for precision site testing and evaluation around NZ and abroad.

The Opportunity

Due to expansion, our team is looking for a Geotechnical Engineer with the ability to contribute across all geotechnical projects ensuring that geotechnical risks are monitored, understood and managed.  

Although the role is based in Hawkes Bay, travel goes with the territory and we also have sites in Wellington and the Philippines to meet the various locations of our clients and projects.

What the Role Entails

• Geotechnical assessments and input into feasibility studies including geotechnical hazards, factors and assessments
• Design and modelling for geological aspects of engineering projects
• Field investigations and the preparation of geotechnical data/modelling
• Providing oversight of third party contract work

About You

Our ideal candidate will need to demonstrate the following:

• Tertiary qualification in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Civil, or Mining Engineering and/or Post Graduate Geotechnical / Rock Mechanics
• Extensive geotechnical consulting experience on large scale multi-disciplinary projects
• Sound knowledge of geotechnical hazard and risk assessments and their application

• Team player with great communication skills

• Ability to work autonomously and accurately
• Desire to be involved in a supportive and respectful professional journey
• Commitment to professional development

What‘s on Offer

The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary along with the following benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Potential for work on out-of-region and overseas based projects
• Life and Total Permanent Disability Insurance
• Professional Memberships

Please apply via SEEK and include your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role

For more information about RDCL visit www.rdcl.co.nz orwww.facebook.com/rdclgeospecialists/

Applications Close: 28-July-2018