Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

The ground investigation report lands perfectly, the foundation design passes review the first time, and the client rings to say the project is ahead of schedule—that is the everyday impact of a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. A respected, multi-disciplinary consultancy with offices across Australia and New Zealand is adding one experienced leader to their expanding Brisbane geotech unit for 2026 and beyond. Reporting straight to the Geotechnical Engineering Manager, this brand-new senior role blends hands-on technical design with real project management and client development in one of Queensland’s fastest-growing teams.

Brisbane is booming—major transport corridors, high-rise developments, renewable energy projects, and South-East Queensland’s endless infrastructure pipeline mean geotechnical expertise has never been in higher demand. As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Brisbane, you will own foundation design, slope stability, earthworks, and ground improvement across residential, commercial, and civil schemes while mentoring juniors and winning repeat work from tier-one clients.

Requirements

This consultancy wants a proven senior who can hit the ground running.

You are the ideal candidate with:

• Tertiary qualification in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of professional geotechnical experience.
• Chartered (CPEng) or actively working towards RPEQ in Queensland.
• Australian or New Zealand project experience strongly preferred.
• Deep knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and slope stability.
• Track record of delivering projects on time and on budget.
• Confident with PLAXIS, WALLAP, Slope/W, CIRCLE, or similar.
• Excellent client-facing communication—written and verbal.
• Full Australian work rights (no sponsorship available).

Leadership potential is key.

Responsibilities

Your week shapes Brisbane’s skyline.

Technical & leadership mix:

• Lead ground investigations, interpret data, and write reports.
• Design shallow & deep foundations, retaining walls, embankments.
• Slope risk assessments & stabilisation solutions.
• Earthworks specifications & construction advice.
• Manage multiple projects—budget, programme, risk.
• Coordinate with structural, civil, and environmental teams.
• Mentor graduates & intermediates.
• Build & maintain key client relationships.
• Contribute to tenders & fee proposals.

Brisbane office-based with site visits.

Benefits

Senior-level package reflecting experience.

• Competitive Senior Salary – six figures + super.
• Clear Path to Principal – growing team needs future leaders.
• Varied High-Profile Projects – transport, buildings, energy.
• Brisbane Lifestyle – river city, beaches 1 hr away.
• Professional Development Budget – conferences, training.
• Flexible & Hybrid Working – established policy.
• Paid RPEQ & CPEng Support – fast-track registration.
• Health & Wellbeing Allowance.

Geotech career accelerator.

How to Apply

Dig your future.

1. Update CV—highlight 8+ years of projects & software.
2. Email mike@mdrs.net.au direct (confidential).
3. Subject: “Senior Geotechnical Engineer Brisbane”
4. Include salary expectations & notice period.
5. Or call Mike Davidson for an initial chat.

Interviews now—2026 workload secured.

Lead Geotech in Booming Brisbane

Landing a Senior Geotechnical Engineer position in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, with this market leader meansa  six-figure impact on Queensland’s biggest projects. 8 years min, CPEng/RPEQ path, one new role. From foundations to client wins, you lead. Contact Mike today and engineer Brisbane’s future.

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