• Be an influencer and futureproof New South Wales’s road network
• 3 Years Limited Duration - Temporary Full Time Opportunity with flexible work practices based in Wollongong
• Highly autonomous, interesting, rewarding and challenging role

The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Geotechnical Scientist to be a part of our Engineering Services Branch within Roads and Maritime Service. This position plays a key role in providing investigations, analyses, interpretations and advice for geotechnical, pavements and materials aspects related to road infrastructure design, construction and maintenance and reports to Pavements and Geotechnical Manager.

Roads and Maritime provides agreed outcomes across the road and maritime networks within the context of an integrated transport strategy. The Engineering Services Branch provides expert technical knowledge and systems to support the management of the NSW road network. This includes roads, bridges, and related facilities with emphasis on the provision of technical advice to optimise all phases of network development, planning, design, construction and maintenance.

We are looking for a Geologist or Geotechnical Engineer who has demonstrated ability to undertake research, analyse complex issues use advanced problem solving skills and make balanced and ethical judgements and has experience in the provision of project management and earthworks specialist advice and the management of technical risk in infrastructure projects.

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**About us

Roads and Maritime Services is one of Australia's leading public sector agencies, with more than 5,500 employees and an annual budget of $5.5 billion. As part of Transport for NSW we are responsible for implementing strategic and essential frontline services to the people of NSW who use roads, harbours and waterways.

We offer diverse and challenging career opportunities for professional and technical specialists, trades, and people interested in making a difference to transport operations and road safety in New South Wales.

Benefits

When you join Roads and Maritime Services, you become part of a forward-thinking organisation that offers generous working conditions, flexible working options and a real commitment to developing your skills.

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The salary for this position is USS 9-10 ($109,079 - $131,383) per annum plus superannuation and leave loading.

Essential requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in geology or related science/engineering discipline
• Proven experience in the provision of earthworks specialist advice and the management of technical risk in infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of WHS and environmental requirements for geotechnical fieldwork and site supervision

How to apply

To apply for this position, please submit a resume and brief covering letter (no longer than two pages) which addresses:

a) how your skills and experience suit the role, and

b) your most significant and relevant achievement.

For more information on how to apply for a role in the NSW Public Sector please click here or for more information on site Roads & Maritime please click on link provided.

For any enquiries, please contact Soumaya Benyassine on 0434 735 560 and quote 00006S1X.

Applications close: 11:59pm; Sunday 10 February 2019**

Key Application Responses

Essential requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in geology or related science/engineering discipline
• Proven experience in the provision of earthworks specialist advice and the management of technical risk in infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of WHS and environmental requirements for geotechnical fieldwork and site supervision