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Principal Geotechnical Engineer

CMW Geosciences


Job Location:

Sunshine Coast - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 20 October 2026 (3 days ago)
Application Deadline: 17 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Us

Since starting in 2012 CMW Geosciences has expanded to 23 offices with over 350 employees across Australia and New Zealand. We are hard-working down-to-earth and passionate engineers and geologists who provide quality geotechnical site investigation analysis and design advice to the construction infrastructure and energy sectors.

As part of the Kiwa Group were backed by a global network of 12000 staff across 35 countries

About the role

We are excited to be opening a new full-service office on the Sunshine Coast positioning our team to deliver major infrastructure projects and support the regions continued growth. This expansion presents a rare opportunity for experienced geotechnical engineers to join our established local team and help shape the regions future. Opportunities are available at Senior Associate and Principal levels.

We are looking for experienced geotechnical engineers who can provide analysis design and technical advice for our clients across the region. Youll also play a key role in training and upskilling our junior engineers and geologists and ensuring the highest standard of technical excellence is maintained. You will work predominantly on Sunshine Coast projects but also have the opportunity to support projects across Australia and New Zealand.

What Youll Need

  • A Civil Engineering Geology or Earth Science Degree
  • A minimum of 18 years of experience as a Geotechnical Engineer in a consultancy setting
  • Full Australian working rights
  • RPEQ CPEng or relevant professional body registration
  • At least two years of experience working in Aus and QLD is strongly preferred
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional organisation and communication skills both verbal and written
  • Ability to travel if required

What Youll Get

    • Additional Day Leave on your Birthday
    • Paid Parental Leave
    • Novated Leasing
    • Provision of minimum of 50 hours Training / CPD per year and paid membership to Engineers Australia
    • Office social events throughout the year
    • Flexible office hours
    • Corporate health insurance discount
    • Ongoing internal trainings mentoring program and clear pathways for career progression
    • Access to exclusive employee discounts through our rewards platform

At CMW Geosciences we are committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued respected and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds experiences and perspectives and are continuously striving to build a diverse and inclusive workforce across our business.