Senior Geotechnical Engineer

The Vacancy

RSK Group Limited is a dynamic, multidisciplinary environmental consultancy and technical services provider servicing a wide range of property, manufacturing, oil, gas and energy clients. Since 1989, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and retain talented people. Working for RSK is an opportunity to evolve as a professional, to innovate and to make a difference.

We have been operating in the Middle East since 2004 and, within this time, have established ourselves as a premier provider of environmental, geotechnical, geo-environmental and health and safety consultancy and technical services in the region. Across all sectors, we have developed a strong philosophy of collaborative working within alliances and other project teams and have implemented innovative systems and techniques to drive environmental excellence and wider project efficiency.

Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Abu Dhabi, UAE

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join our regional headquarters in Abu Dhabi to strengthen our geotechnical services offering across the region.

The successful candidate's duties and responsibilities will include:

• Completing and managing geotechnical projects through desk studies and ground investigation phases, through to the production of factual and interpretive reports for projects in Middle East.
• Design, supervision and management of ground investigations.
• Working knowledge of Eurocode 7 and/or similar national and international design codes, ground investigation and construction contracts and specifications.
• Effectively communicating with clients (both external and within the wider RSK group) and colleagues to build strong working relationships with the aim of meeting and exceeding client expectations, and contributing to a strong team ethic.
• Managing projects to meet both commercial and technical requirements and working with technical and projects leads to deliver appropriate solutions.
• Managing, motivating, mentoring and developing junior professional staff.
• Preliminary review of draft technical work by more junior members of staff, such as logs, schedules, factual and interpretative reports and drawings.
• Supporting business development, developing new leads and preparation of tenders.
• Stewardship of health and safety in accordance with company standards.

What we're looking for:

• Demonstrable experience in the following:
• Preparation of geotechnical desk studies/geohazard assessments.
• Designing, scoping, specifying, supervising and managing ground investigations.
• Preparing laboratory testing schedules, analysing and interpreting test data.
• Developing ground models and deriving geotechnical parameters.
• Production of high quality factual reports, interpretative reports, design reports and specifications.
• Geotechnical analysis of piling and other foundations, slopes, earthworks and retaining structures.
• Experience of conducting desk studies and geohazard assessments in the Middle East and/or internationally would be desirable.
• Willingness to work away from home office in the UAE for short to medium periods preferred, including Iraq and Saudi Arabia.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Computer literate and skilled with Microsoft Office applications, in particular Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook.
• Use of digital technologies such as GIS, Leapfrog or other 3D ground modelling software, programming, data processing competency desirable.
• Knowledge of geotechnical software packages including Oasys, GINT, Geotechnical Pro Suite, Wallap, PLAXIS etc desirable.
• UAE/International driving licence.

Qualifications & Certification:

• BEng/Meng/BSc or equivalent in Engineering Geology, Civil Engineering or Geology or related subject essential.
• MSc in geotechnics/engineering geology or similar desirable but not essential.
• Working towards chartership with either the Geological Society or ICE or another relevant professional body.

The role will require significant travel across the GCC Region, including Iraq and Saudi Arabia. Up to 50% of the successful candidate's time will be spent on RSK and client sites across the GCC Region.

Salary And Benefits

• This is a full-time post with a salary commensurate with experience.
• Regular training and development will be provided.

About Us

RSK Middle East offers leading consultancy and contracting services in engineering, environmental management and sustainability planning that support the UN Sustainable Development Goals in the region. Since the company's establishment in Abu Dhabi in 2007, it has been providing consultancy and contracting services to wide-ranging clients undertaking small- and large-scale projects in the Middle East and North Africa. We engage with clients in the oil and gas, energy, infrastructure and construction sectors. All projects adhere to international safety, health, environmental and quality standards. We are supported by our partners and RSK's global centre of excellence.

RSK is a global leader in sustainable solutions focusing on environmental, engineering, and technical services. Working together, we address societal challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, offering integrated solutions across sectors such as water, energy, food, infrastructure, cities, mining, and waste management.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all.