Geotechnical Engineer - Construction Supervisor

GEOTECHNICAL CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR

LOCATION
Pilbara, Western Australia

ROSTER
2 weeks on, 1 week off (11.5-hour days)
Fly in directly to site the afternoon prior to roster commencement

ROLE SUMMARY

Worley is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Construction Supervisor to join a site-based Integrated Project Team supporting major earthworks and haul road pavement construction for a key client. The role is based approximately 120 km west of Newman in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.

This position provides hands-on geotechnical support during construction, with a strong focus on delivering works in accordance with approved designs, specifications and quality requirements while responding to variable ground conditions and borrow materials encountered on site.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide geotechnical construction support and supervision across earthworks and haul road pavement activities
• Undertake regular site inspections and verify ground conditions against design assumptions
• Monitor borrow pit development and mass haul activities
• Assess material suitability and performance during construction
• Review compaction, density and laboratory testing results
• Support quality assurance and quality control processes
• Document geotechnical observations through daily site reports
• Identify and escalate unexpected ground conditions and construction risks
• Provide timely and practical technical advice to Superintendents, Project Engineers and contractors
• Collaborate with office-based geotechnical specialists and the broader Integrated Project Team to resolve technical queries and non-conformances

ABOUT YOU

This role is suited to professionals who enjoy active field involvement, strong contractor interface and practical problem solving in a dynamic construction environment.

You will ideally have:

• Experience in geotechnical construction support or supervision
• Strong understanding of earthworks, borrow materials and haul road construction
• Ability to interpret geotechnical designs, specifications and testing results
• Experience working on large-scale construction or mining projects
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work effectively in a site-based, rostered environment

ABOUT WORLEY

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets.

We are bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy, chemicals and resources, while continuing to provide the services the world needs today.