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Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Principal Geotechnical Engineer-December 2024
Melbourne
Dec 16, 2025
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About Principal Geotechnical Engineer

  Principal Geotechnical Engineer - ( 2400009P )

  Description

  Our Geosciences team is an integrated geotechnical engineering, hydrogeological and environmental consultant to a wide range of clients working on infrastructure and developments, both for private and public entities across Australia. Due to exceptional success and continued growth in our Geosciences team, we have an opportunity for a Principal level Geotechnical Engineer to join our Melbourne office.

  We offer flexible work arrangements such as work from home, staggered hours and other flexibility options. You will be empowered to grow and build your reputation as an industry leader through conference presentations, professional memberships and mentoring up and coming Geotechnical Engineers. Our supportive work environment allows you to tailor your career path ensuring planned investment into your training and development as well as access to long term career opportunities.

  Day to day tasks would involve:

  Plan, coordinate and manage site investigations to deliver geotechnical investigative reports - including interpreting geotechnical data, performing analysis and making recommendations.

  Undertaking geotechnical analysis in areas such as slope stability, pavement designs, foundations and retaining walls

  Contribute to the delivery of projects, ensuring work outputs are of a high technical standard

  Undertake interpretation and analysis of data to develop and implement practical and commercial solutions

  Managing key projects from start to finish in line with project specifications

  Promote a culture of high performance, delivery and continuous improvement and mentor and coach more junior team members

  Support the Team Leader and others across the company on opportunities and pursuits

  Provide input to strategic planning and implementation of initiatives within the business unit

  To be successful for this role you'll need:

  Tertiary qualifications in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering with completion of geotechnical electives and/or major as part of your university studies

  10 years’ practical experience, preferably with a geotechnical engineering consultancy

  Chartered Engineering credentials

  Experience in field geotechnical investigations including logging and supervision of geotechnical drilling activities

  Experience with engineering software packages such as gINT, GEOSTUDIO, PLAXIS, ROCSCIENCE, AutoCAD would be of assistance

  A demonstrated passion for working in the geotechnical engineering discipline

  Commitment to self-improvement and continuing professional development

  What we offer

  Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

  Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.

  Learning and Talent Development Programs including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning

  Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others

  Professional Memberships

  Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)

  Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs

  Service Recognition Awards

  Employee Assistance Program

  About Stantec

  The Stantec community unites approximately 28,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.

  Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

  Culture

  Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI , neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.

  How to apply

  If you are keen for a new opportunity and ready to make a difference, we welcome your interest in our team! Submit your application online including a CV and Cover Letter.

  Notice to recruitment agencies : Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or recruitment agencies.

  Qualifications + Tertiary qualifications in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering with completion of geotechnical electives and/or major as part of your university studies + 10 years’ practical experience, preferably with a geotechnical engineering consultancy + Chartered Engineering credentials + Experience in field geotechnical investigations including logging and supervision of geotechnical drilling activities + Experience with engineering software packages such as gINT, GEOSTUDIO, PLAXIS, ROCSCIENCE, AutoCAD would be of assistance + A demonstrated passion for working in the geotechnical engineering discipline + Commitment to self-improvement and continuing professional development

  Primary Location : Australia-Victoria-Melbourne

  Work Locations :

  Melbourne Swanston St VIC

  Organization : BC-3045 EnvSvcs-AU Australia

  Employee Status : Regular

  Job Level : Individual Contributor

  Travel : No

  Schedule : Full-time

  Job Posting : Jan 21, 2024, 2:47:08 PM

  Req ID: 2400009P

  Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

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