Principal Technical Specialist (Geotechnical Engineer)
- Provide expert technical advice on geotechnical and environmental challenges.
- Assess and advise on complex matters including tailings storage and mine waste management.
- Build relationships with stakeholders to influence regulatory decision-making.
Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation
- Permanent Full-time
- $147,769 - $156,144 per annum
- Generous superannuation
Apply your expertise to complex geotechnical and environmental challenges that matter to Queensland.
Within the Operational Support branch of the Environmental Services and Regulation (ESR) Division, the Principal Technical Specialist (Geotechnical Engineer) provides expert technical advice to support the regulation of resource activities and environmentally relevant activities across Queensland.
You will play a key role in assessing and advising on technically complex matters, including tailings storage facilities, landfills, mine waste management, subsidence, and the stability of major structures such as spoil dumps and levees. Working closely with regulatory officers, technical specialists, legal advisors, industry and other stakeholders, you will help inform environmental decision-making on matters of significant public and environmental interest.
We're looking for someone who can:
- Apply advanced geotechnical engineering expertise to complex environmental and resource sector issues.
- Communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Provide practical, evidence-based advice to support regulatory decision-making.
- Build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Influence outcomes on complex and high-profile matters.
- Contribute to a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace culture.
If you're an experienced geotechnical engineer looking to apply your expertise in a challenging and rewarding regulatory environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/698263/26
Closing Date: Wednesday, 9 September 2026
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