Engineering Geologist

4w1 month ago

WSP

Perth, AU · Full-time · A$85,000 – A$110,000

About this role

At WSP, you can access global scale and contribute to landmark projects that shape the world. We are growing our Mining team and seeking an Engineering Geologist to support sustaining capital projects and heavy haul rail work across WA. This hands-on role is suited to someone who enjoys field work and delivering practical outcomes on active mining operations.

Day to day, your role includes monthly field work site investigations, logging, mapping, and supervision of drilling programs. You will contribute to geotechnical assessments for slopes, foundations, rail formations and earthworks, and support design inputs for sustaining capital works like pads, roads, rail, and drainage.

You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams including civil, geotechnical, and structural engineers, as well as site stakeholders. This role offers a balance of field work and technical delivery, with exposure to major clients and a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives.

With a strong pipeline of mining sustaining capital and heavy haul rail projects across WA and nationally, you will have genuine career development pathways. Flexible working and the chance to embrace your curiosity make this an opportunity to shape a career as unique as you.

Requirements

Relevant degree in Geology, Geoscience, Geotechnical Engineering or similar
2–7 years’ experience in engineering geology ideally within mining, infrastructure or rail
Strong field capability, comfortable with regular site travel and hands-on investigation work
Experience with core logging, geotechnical mapping, and site investigations
Practical, solutions-focused approach suited to brownfield and sustaining capital environments
Clear communication skills and ability to work with site teams and contractors

Responsibilities

Support delivery of geotechnical and engineering geology scopes across mining and heavy haul rail projects
Conduct monthly field work site investigations, logging, mapping, inspections, and supervision of drilling programs
Contribute to geotechnical assessments for slopes, foundations, rail formations, and earthworks
Support design inputs for sustaining capital works including pads, roads, rail, drainage, and infrastructure upgrades
Perform data collection, interpretation, and reporting to inform project decisions
Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (civil, geotechnical, structural) and site stakeholders
Manage and monitor technical quality of work and promote a culture of technical excellence within the team

Benefits

Strong pipeline of mining sustaining capital and heavy haul rail projects across WA and nationally
Balance of field work and technical delivery
Exposure to multidisciplinary project teams and major clients
Flexible working and genuine career development pathways