Job Details: Principal Geotechnical Engineer - Melbourne Job Title: Principal Geotechnical Engineer - MelbourneVacancy No: VN4888Employment Type: PermanentContract Type: Full-TimeAbout the business and the roleSLR Consulting APAC has over 1000 employees (and counting!) located throughout 24 offices. Our team represents a broad and diverse range of technical and environmental capabilities. SLR's professionals offer a blend of experience incorporating engineers, geologists, hydrogeologists, remediation specialists, regulatory and compliance specialists, and environmental scientists. At SLR Consulting, we celebrate a 'One Team Culture', where bringing together diversity of thought and expression is key to building the best team to deliver excellent results.Due to continued national growth, there is an opportunity for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to establish and lead the first Geotechnical presence in our multi-disciplinary Melbourne office. This career opportunity will give you the freedom to win and deliver projects autonomously, whilst receiving support from the well-established national Geotechnics team. The role offers collaborative working with industry-leading professionals across the global SLR community and is well suited to a technical professional with a penchant for business development and client engagement.Our Melbourne office is modern, vibrant and will offer you the chance to collaborate with a wide range of Engineering & Scientific professionals across our 24 Disciplines. We pride ourselves on our relaxed and positive culture, regular social events and our happy clients.Key ResponsibilitiesThis role offers significant long-term career rewards and opportunities for learning, expanding technical knowledge and career advancement. The position offers the opportunity to:Work on a wide range of projects which will include mining and resources, dams, roads, rail, civil and industrial.Build on our already strong business relationship with your existing clients and identify/develop new opportunities within this network.Work within a well-respected team and contribute to the culture of collaboration and excellence.Provide technical oversight, review and mentorship to junior team members.Ability to work autonomously but collaborate with team members in SA, NSW & QLD on a regular basis.Undertake geotechnical analyses both on stand-alone projects and as part of larger multi-disciplinary projects.Undertake engineering judgement, interpretation and analysis of data to develop and implement best practice to provide practical and commercial solutions.ExperienceThe right candidate should possess:Exposure to projects across multiple sectors, including mining and resources, infrastructure and built environment.10+ years' consulting experience with tertiary qualifications in engineering or geology.Excellent report writing and communication skills and demonstrated experience delivering on time and on budget.Proven Business Development ability shown from winning new work and building long-term relationships with clients.Developed project management skills.Strong creative and problem-solving skills and excellent technical ability.Enjoy passing on your knowledge and mentor younger staff.Our BenefitsWe are proud of our expert teams and unique culture where we work together to collaborate on projects to get the best possible outcome for our clients. Our benefits aim to ensure that we cater for all, whether you're enjoying our flexible hybrid work environment, looking to excel through our defined career progression program, or at that time in your life where a supportive and generous parental leave scheme is key.You can find a comprehensive list here.Next StepsWe make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills and passion. Please note that interviews are conducted with gender diverse interview panels to the best of our ability. When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.If the idea of starting off a Melbourne Geotechnical team, with the support of a Global Environmental Consultancy and a well-established national Geotechnical team excites you, apply now!Unsolicited resumes from recruitment consultants will not be accepted. You must be part of the preferred supplier agreement list which is coordinated through our Talent Acquisition team.