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Geologist (Pakil)

SMEC


Job Location:

Mandaluyong - Philippines

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

  • Bachelors degree in Geology Engineering Geology or Geological Engineering.
  • Masters degree in Engineering Geology or Geotechnical Engineering (preferred especially for senior roles).
  • Minimum 510 years experience in hydropower dams tunneling mining or large infrastructure projects
  • Conduct detailed geological and geomorphological mapping of the project area including dam site waterways intake and powerhouse.
  • Identify and characterize rock types structural features (faults joints fractures) and soil formations.
  • Perform assessment of geological hazards (landslides slope instability erosion seismic features).
  • Plan and supervise drilling borehole logging test pits geophysical surveys and in-situ testing (Lugeon permeability tests).
  • Prepare detailed geological logs for core drilling and assist in rock mass classification (RMR Q-system GSI).
  • Evaluate foundation stability for dam structures tunnels surge shafts and other components.
  • Provide recommendations on foundation treatment such as grouting rock bolting drainage and slope stabilization
  • Develop geological prognosis for tunnel routes
  • Provide real-time geological mapping during tunnel excavation (face mapping).
  • Identify potential tunneling hazards (water ingress squeezing ground fault zones).
  • Recommend excavation methods and support systems based on ground conditions.
  • Assess groundwater conditions aquifer behavior seepage patterns and potential impacts on civil structures.
  • Recommend groundwater control measures
  • Prepare geological reports hazard assessments and data summaries for feasibility design and construction stages.
  • Maintain daily site records and coordinate with design teams to update geological models.
  • Ensure compliance with technical specifications related to geological conditions.
  • Inspect excavation works support installation grouting operations and slope/rock stability.
  • Work closely with civil structural and geotechnical engineers for design optimization.
  • Support Environmental and Social teams on issues related to geological impacts and community risks.

Skills

  • Geological mapping core logging field inspection
  • Rock and soil mechanics
  • Dam design principles and foundation treatment
  • Strong experience in geological mapping core logging and geotechnical site investigations.
  • Proficiency in classifying rock mass (RMR Q GSI).
  • Knowledge of geophysical survey methods.
  • Familiarity with tunnel excavation methods (NATM/SEM) and rock support systems.
  • Understanding of foundation treatment techniques (grouting shotcrete anchors drains).

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