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