Since starting in Perth in 2012, CMW Geosciences has expanded to 22 business units with over 300 employees across Australia and New Zealand. We are hard-working, down-to-earth, and passionate Geotech professionals, providing quality geotechnical site investigation, analysis, and design advice to the construction, infrastructure, mining and energy sectors.
As we continue to grow our presence in Wollongong, were looking for Geologists / Geotechnical Engineers from Graduate to approximately 6 years experience who are keen to build strong foundations, gain meaningful field exposure, and grow their careers within a respected and collaborative geotechnical consultancy.
This is a hands-on role offering a broad mix of site-based work, construction phase services and project involvement, with opportunities to travel, work regionally, and develop toward project management roles over time.
If you enjoy practical geotechnical work, being out on site, and working closely with experienced engineers who are approachable and supportive, this role offers an excellent platform to accelerate your learning and career progression.
Your Role
As a Geotechnical Engineer at CMW Geosciences, youll work across a diverse range of projects, supporting clients from early investigation through to construction delivery with full training and mentorship provided. There will be additional overtime paid for project work.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Delivering geotechnical site investigations, including soil and rock logging, supervision of drilling and test pits, and managing field programs
Providing Construction Phase Services (CPS), including site inspections, technical support and reporting
Interpreting field and laboratory data and contributing to clear, practical geotechnical reports
Supporting or managing projects end-to-end (experience-dependent), including scope, budgets, schedules and quality outcomes
Working collaboratively with senior engineers and technical specialists to build strong geotechnical judgement
Assisting with client communication and proposals, gaining confidence dealing with a wide range of stakeholders
Mentoring and supporting junior engineers as your experience grows
Keeping up to date with industry developments, safety standards and best practice
Maintaining high technical standards and a professional, team-focused work ethic
This role provides significant exposure to field-based geotechnical work and regional projects, with a clear pathway toward project management for engineers who enjoy ownership, leadership and client interaction rather than purely desk-based design roles.
Your Profile
To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:
A qualification in Geotechnical / Civil Engineering, Geology or a related discipline
Graduate to approximately 6 years experience in geotechnical engineering or a related consulting environment
Experience or strong interest in site investigations, fieldwork and construction phase services
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with site teams, clients and internal stakeholders
A practical mindset, good comprehension skills and a willingness to learn
Flexibility to travel for site work and regional projects when required
An interest in developing toward project management responsibilities over time
Candidates from both engineering and geology backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Why Join CMW Geosciences?
Additional Overtime $$ for Project Work
Additional day of leave on your birthday
Minimum of 50 hours of training and CPD each year, plus paid membership to Engineers Australia
Ongoing internal project management and technical training
Strong pipeline of work across infrastructure, mining, energy and construction
Broad exposure to site investigations, construction phase services and regional projects
Clear pathways for career progression, including opportunities to move into project management roles
Smaller, collaborative teams with easy access to experienced technical experts
Flexible office hours to support work–life balance
Regular office social events throughout the year
Supportive, down-to-earth culture where people are trusted, backed and encouraged to grow
Life in Wollongong
Adorned by rainforest-covered escarpment and stunning golden beaches, Wollongong offers an exceptional lifestyle with the perfect balance of career opportunity and outdoor living. From coastal walks and cycling to great cafes, restaurants and a growing arts scene, its an ideal place to build your career without the pressure of a major capital city.
If you're looking to grow as a geotechnical engineer while enjoying a high-quality lifestyle, this Wollongong opportunity could be exactly what you're looking for, apply now!
