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Field engineer - geotech/civil (brisbane)

Brisbane
Bechtel
Posted: 19 November
Offer description

**Requisition ID: 289613**

+ **Relocation Authorized: National - Camp**

+ **Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project**

+ **Work Location: Brisbane, QLD**

# Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.

# Project Overview:

Bechtel Mining and Metals offers engineering, procurement, and construction services for customers in the mining sector across multiple commodities including Iron Ore, Bauxite, Alumina, Aluminium, Copper, Gold, Coal, Lithium and Rare Earths markets.

Headquartered in Santiago, Chile, the M&M; global business unit also has offices in Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide in Australia along with execution units in the United States, Peru, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, India and other project locations around the world.

# Job Summary:

In this role you will conduct field investigations, testing and analysis, and liaise with stakeholders to monitor the success work scope designs. Your primary accountability will include field Geotechnical and Civil engineering activities associated with the construction of roads, civil foundations, ROM wall and backfill, stockpile foundations and drainage including installation of geotextiles and management of waste rock.

_This role is offered on a FIFO basis to North Queensland, operating on a 2:1 roster_

# Major Responsibilities:

+ Completion of field testing, inspections, and processing of related construction engineering documentation. Documentation will include various soil test records, construction completion records, as built drawings and non-conformance reports

+ Collecting and evaluating geotechnical data

+ Analysing soil and rock properties (e.g., cohesion, friction angle, moisture content)

+ Assessing slope failure risks based on geological and hydrological conditions

+ Preparing technical reports with recommendations for mitigation

+ Communicating findings to project managers, safety teams, and stakeholders

+ Responsible for the activities of assigned construction engineers, such as the application of drawings, specifications, and subcontracts

+ Respond to technical queries from construction stakeholders with technical solutions that are considerate of costs and quality objectives

+ Complete field inspections to ascertain the completions status of civil construction scopes, including the completion of related documentation

+ Contribute to the technical teams work to progress critical works scope by assisting with options analysis and detailed scoping

+ Works with various functions to ensure the project achieves corporate goals set for environmental, safety & health, quality, cost, and schedule

# Education and Experience Requirements:

+ Requires a bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 6-8 years of relevant experience or 8-10 years of relevant work experience (CPEng preferred)

+ Experience in engineering of significant Civil or Mining projects in Australia

# Required Knowledge and Skills:

+ Strong knowledge of project engineering processes and procedures and the interaction with the other disciplines

+ Experience and proven ability to manage Geotechnical engineering packages

+ Experience in Geotechnical Testing and Analytical practices coupled with current knowledge of new methods of design and constructability

+ Effective communication skills along with demonstrated supervision skills

+ Solid planning and problem-solving skills

# Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the advantages to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

# Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

**_Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to_** **acesstmt@bechtel.com**

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