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An opportunity has been created for a Senior/Associate Geotechnical Engineer to take a key leadership role with one of Australia's leading specialist geotechnical services consultancies. Marking their 50th year in business with a reputation built on trust an integrity and a culture build around succession, the strategic intent as we head into the new financial year is focussed on growth in the QLD market.

In this newly created function you will be part of the foundational leadership group in QLD and as such you will contribute to the strategic direction of the business. As 2IC to the State Manager, you will make a key contribution to the growth of the QLD business, including engagement and acquisition of new clients, hiring, team leadership and setting the efficient operating rhythm of the business.

With a balance of technical focus and project/business leadership, some of your responsibilities will include:

Contribute to and lead elements of the growth plan for the Queensland market.

Prepare and submit successful tenders and proposals for a range of construction and infrastructure projects and programs.

Develop and own key Client relationships.

Plan, coordinate and execute on a broad scope of field investigations, advisory, design solutions and CPS programs.

Identify and implement strategies to enhance and optimise processes and integrate emerging technologies.

Recruitment, training and development of geotechnical personnel

Contribute to the technical delivery of our projects, including:

Development of subsoil models based on integration of information gathered during site investigation.

Interpretation of geotechnical data.

Development of geotechnical design solutions from feasibility through to construction phase.

Walkover slope stability assessments and complex construction phase inspections.

Preparation of complex technical reports including peer reviews.

By nature, you will enjoy working in a variety of environments both in the office and in the field with a preparedness to be accountable for the delivery of exceptional outcomes for your clients and your team. You should be inquisitive, articulate and above all, be prepared to flourish in a diverse and inclusive team environment. Ideally, you should demonstrate:

Tertiary qualifications in civil/geotechnical engineering or engineering geology

Chartered Engineer/RPEQ or on a demonstrable pathway to achievement

8 - 12 years of experience in the development and delivery of field investigations, design and advisory services in South-East Queensland.

Extensive experience in the planning, development, delivery and management of complex field services.

Familiar with CPT and DMT investigations, and interpretation of test results

Some familiarity with geotechnical software, such as gINT, Leapfrog, SLOPE/W, SEEP/W 2D & 3D, WALLAP, PLAXIS 2D & 3D, Circly.

Project management expertise and the ability to deliver projects from bid to completion.

Exceptional written and oral communication skills.

An unwavering dedication to safety.

A warm and friendly nature.

This represents one of the best opportunities in the QLD market at this time and should appeal to those who are looking to make their mark with a true industry leader. In return, you will be rewarded with recognition, a compelling salary/benefits package and an opportunity to become an equity holder in the employee-owned organisation.