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About FSG
FSG Geotechnics & Foundations (FSG) is a leading employee-owned geotechnical consulting practice with over 100 staff within Australia working across a broad range of markets, including infrastructure, mining, energy, transportation, land development, property & buildings, utilities and industrial developments. We work in urban, rural and remote locations in onshore, near-shore/marine and offshore environments. Our clients include principal contractors, consultants, specialist geotechnical contractors, mining and energy companies, private owners/developers and government agencies, insurers and legal firms. FSG was established in Victoria in 2010 and we now also have offices in Queensland and Western Australia. We have successfully delivered specialised geotechnical and foundation engineering services on more than 4,500 projects across Australia. We aspire to provide industry-leading technical advice to our clients and partner with them to develop, bid for and deliver successful projects. We provide practical solutions and advice backed by extensive project experience and technical expertise. Our key point of difference is our people. FSG seeks to employ and develop leaders within their chosen area of geotechnical practice, to provide our staff and clients with the highest level of technical expertise.
About the Role
We have an opportunity for a Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing operations. The role will initially include a significant fieldwork component that will provide the opportunity for both local work and travel. The typical duties of the role will include, but are not limited to:
- Planning, coordinating and conducting geotechnical investigations including fieldwork and scheduling laboratory testing
- Conducting field testing techniques and obtaining rock and soil samples for laboratory testing
- Undertaking construction phase site assessment and investigation services
- Interpreting geotechnical data gathered during the site investigations, performing analysis and developing recommendations to prepare geotechnical factual reports
- Assisting with geotechnical analyses for foundations, slope stability, pavement designs, earthworks and other geo-structures
- Managing activities and tasks in accordance with relevant technical guidelines, codes, and standards
- Assisting in managing timelines, budgets, and resources on projects
- Project planning and preparation of technical deliverables under supervision of a more senior engineer
- Communicating and reporting opportunities, risks, hazards, incidents, technical deviations, and achievements proactively
Over time we expect our field staff to move from a largely field-based role to an office-based role incorporating analysis, design and reporting for a variety of geotechnical engineering projects for building, infrastructure and energy/resources applications. The base salary range for this role is $80,000 to $100,000 per annum, plus superannuation.
Benefits and Perks
FSG offers industry competitive remuneration packages and a dynamic and rewarding work environment, within a culture of support and mentoring for our staff. Our people are encouraged to further their skills and expertise and take responsibility as they deliver high quality services to a diverse client base. Training and development led by senior personnel is a key element of our workplace, and the scale and variety of projects we are involved in offer a challenging and fulfilling career opportunity.
Skills and Experience
The role would best suit someone with the following attributes & experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology or related field
- Experience in site investigation and/or construction phase geotechnical services would be an advantage
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Team oriented and ability to interact successfully with people in a range of industry positions and roles
- A full driver's licence
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