Senior or Principal Level Geotechnical Engineer - Dams

Senior or Principal Level Geotechnical Engineer - Dams Full-time State/Province: Queensland Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd Business Line: Water Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: International Primary Location: AU - Brisbane, QLD Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

AECOM is delivering some of Australia’s most critical water infrastructure projects. With major investment in dam infrastructure and long-term partnerships with dam owners nationwide, we offer an unparalleled opportunity to work on complex and high-impact projects across the country. As part of our industry leading Dams team, you’ll contribute to feasibility studies, design, construction and asset management, collaborating with specialists nationally and internationally to develop sustainable water solutions. How you’ll make a difference Geotechnical analysis and conceptual to detailed design of water dams, retarding basins, service basin Inspection, investigation and condition assessment of existing dams Scoping and undertaking geotechnical investigations, including interpretation of foundation conditions and characterising the engineering properties of foundation and construction materials Construction support services including inspection of works, evaluation of quality control and quality assurance data and construction reporting. Preparation of tenders and proposals & providing mentoring.

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered. The qualities that help you thrive A relevant tertiary degree, CPEng, RPEV and proven experience in the dams industry. Proven ability to manage complex dam projects and deliver high-quality outcomes on time. Strong communicator with excellent problem-solving, organisational and commercial skills, and the ability to build effective client relationships. Collaborative and detail-focused professional who shows initiative and thrives in a deadline-driven environment.

Why you’ll love working with us Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year Volunteer and representation leave Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know. Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Learn more about life at AECOM: LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest