Junior Geotechnical Engineer - Consulting Industry
RPO Recruitment
Pretoria, Gauteng
Permanent
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Posted 10 April 2026

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Job Description

RPO Recruitment’s client, a leading engineering consultancy based in Pretoria is seeking a motivated Junior Geotechnical Engineer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual to gain hands-on experience across a range of geotechnical investigations and design projects.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with geotechnical site investigations, including supervising drilling and sampling activities
  • Interpret soil and rock data and contribute to geotechnical assessments
  • Support the preparation of geotechnical reports and foundation recommendations
  • Carry out basic design calculations under supervision
  • Attend site meetings and liaise with contractors and clients
  • Monitor site conditions and provide input during construction phases
  • Ensure compliance with relevant standards and safety requirements

 

Requirements:

  • BSc in Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering
  • Approximately 2–4 years’ relevant geotechnical experience
  • Basic understanding of soil mechanics and foundation design principles
  • Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to site
  • Experience with geotechnical software (e.g. GeoStudio or similar)
  • Proven exposure to site investigations and reporting
  • Candidate Engineer registration with ECSA

 

Benefits:

Salary:  Negotiable depending on qualifications and experience      

 

Contact RPO Recruitment for our next career opportunity.

 

  • Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
  • Apply for this role today, contact Meghan du Plessis and Riana Hattingh at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
  • You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: [email protected]

 

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.