Principal Geotechnical Engineer

2 weeks ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Provide geotechnical guidance and advice for the implementation of geotechnical solutions across the national transport system

  • Use your geotechnical engineering expertise to resolve complex network resilience issues
  • Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch location preferred, but we will be open to any Waka Kotahi location across the motu


Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity The purpose of this role is to expand the capacity of our Engineering Standards team to provide geotechnical support across the organisation.

You will work with other technical experts to lead and manage the development of the appropriate geotechnical standards required for capital projects, maintenance, and emergency response operations.

This role is also instrumental in providing technical expertise related to improving transport system resilience, minimising the impacts from unplanned disruptions across New Zealand related to geological hazardsKo koe tēnei | About you To be successful in this role, you will bring:

  • Proven track record of geotechnical investigations and design directly relevant to transport network systems and standards
  • A working knowledge of Waka Kotahi Standards
  • Significant practical experience in geotechnical engineering, natural hazard management, including slope instability and rockfall, and geotechnical infrastructure asset management
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to effectively use your problemsolving skills to deliver solutions to resolve complex technical challenges
  • Proven ability in building and maintaining of relationships
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

'Rā Katinga | Applications close: 11:59pm, Sunday 20 August 2023

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values.

Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.



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