Geotechnical Engineer

Tasks and duties

• Obtaining soil and rock samples to determine strength, compressibility and other factors that affect the behaviour of soil and rock when a structure is imposed.
• Determining the safe load for soil.
• Analysing and mapping technical results obtained from seismic surveys, and investigating subsurface conditions and materials to determine their properties and risks.
• Analysing the relationship between physical structures and marine geology for offshore and coastal structures.
• Reviewing work practices to reduce the risk of injury from geotechnical hazards.
• Ensuring that all works are compliant with relevant regulations.
• Conducting routine inspections and reporting all significant incidents.
• Undertaking ongoing data collection, evaluation and reporting.