Permanent
Junior Geotechnical Engineer - Consulting Industry
Pretoria, Gauteng
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About this role
Employer: RPO Recruitment
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
Benefits:
Salary: Negotiable depending on qualifications and experience
Contact RPO Recruitment for our next career opportunity.
* Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
* Apply for this role today, contact Meghan du Plessis and Riana Hattingh at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
* You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: Engineers@rpo-recruit.za.com
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.