Senior Geotechnical Engineer

We’re seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join a well-established, multidisciplinary consultancy known for delivering practical, design-led solutions across land development, infrastructure, and environmental sectors.

This role offers the opportunity to take technical ownership of projects, lead investigations and design, and play a key part in mentoring junior staff, all within a collaborative and down-to-earth team environment.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Flexible, supportive working environment with genuine autonomy
• Exposure to technically challenging and diverse projects across the region
• A collaborative culture that values initiative, innovation, and professional growth

The Role

• Lead and deliver geotechnical investigations, analysis, and design across a diverse project portfolio
• Prepare and review reports, design documentation, and recommendations for foundations, retaining structures, and slope stability
• Provide geotechnical input across feasibility, concept, and detailed design stages
• Oversee site investigations, construction monitoring, and quality assurance activities
• Work closely with clients, project managers, and engineers across disciplines to ensure integrated design outcomes
• Support and mentor junior engineers, contributing to team capability and technical excellence

About You

• Bachelor’s in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
• 7+ years’ experience in geotechnical design and investigation (consultancy experience preferred)
• Strong capability in foundation design, settlement analysis, slope stability, and ground improvement
• Proficient in tools such as GeoStudio, SLOPE, Settle3D, or PLAXIS
• Excellent communication and client liaison skills
• CPEng (or working towards) with Engineering New Zealand

If you’re a motivated Geotechnical Engineer looking to take the next step in your career, looking for more responsibility, project variety, or a supportive and flexible workplace, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Johnny at [email protected] for a confidential chat to learn more about the opportunity.