Civil Engineer (Geotechnical)

KCB offers you an opportunity to be part of a team that is small enough for all faces to be familiar, yet big enough to work on some Australia's most complex & rewarding engineering projects. We’re looking for Civil Engineers (Geotechnical) to join our integrated, multi-disciplinary team based in Brisbane, Queensland. In this role, you’ll support and contribute to the design, investigation, and construction of large-scale mining projects, including tailings residue and waste storage facilities and a range of water management structures (such as spillways, diversion channels, and pipelines).

Responsibilities

Assist with geotechnical field investigations and construction monitoring for mine waste management facilities (e.g. tailings dams, waste rock dumps) and associated mine infrastructure; Support field programs including drilling, testing, sampling, and field mapping, as well as earthworks monitoring and coordination; Contribute to desktop assessments, including collecting, organising, and interpreting geological and geotechnical data; Learn and apply geotechnical analysis and modelling tools (such as Slope/W, Seep/W, Muk3D and similar software); Assist with the preparation of engineering deliverables, including technical reports, drawings, specifications, presentations, and quantities; Provide general project support, including coordination and client-related tasks under supervision; Work in accordance with KCB’s Quality Management System and Health & Safety requirements; Collaborate with KCB teams across Australia and internationally as project needs arise

Requirements

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil or Geotechnical); Approximately 3–7 years’ experience in geotechnical or related engineering roles; A developing understanding of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, and foundation engineering; Exposure to one or more of the following: slope stability and seepage analysis, dam and embankment design, earthworks and construction, site investigation and fieldwork, laboratory testing of soils and rock; Familiarity with industry standards and guidelines such as ANCOLD, ICOLD, GISTM, and CDA (or a willingness to learn); Strong written communication skills and an interest in developing high quality technical reports

Nice to have

Experience with geotechnical software (e.g. PLAXIS, GeoStudio, SLOPE/W) is advantageous

Benefits

Additional Superannuation: 2.5% extra; Income Protection Insurance; Parental and Volunteer Leave; Option to Purchase up to 15 additional annual leave days per annum; Novated Leasing; Hybrid Working Policy; Social and Mental Well-being Initiatives; Training and Development Opportunities; Additional incentives may be available dependent on the performance of the company, business unit and individual