Junior Geotechnical Engineer – Consulting Industry

Job Description

• RPO Recruitment’s client, a leading engineering consultancy based in Pretoria is seeking a motivated Junior Geotechnical Engineer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual to gain hands-on experience across a range of geotechnical investigations and design projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with geotechnical site investigations, including supervising drilling and sampling activities
• Interpret soil and rock data and contribute to geotechnical assessments
• Support the preparation of geotechnical reports and foundation recommendations
• Carry out basic design calculations under supervision
• Attend site meetings and liaise with contractors and clients
• Monitor site conditions and provide input during construction phases
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and safety requirements

Requirements:

• BSc in Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering
• Approximately 2–4 years’ relevant geotechnical experience
• Basic understanding of soil mechanics and foundation design principles
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to site
• Experience with geotechnical software (e.g. GeoStudio or similar)
• Proven exposure to site investigations and reporting
• Candidate Engineer registration with ECSA