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Senior Geotechnical Engineer

2 months ago

Manukau, Auckland, New Zealand KiwiRail Full time

Date: 30-Apr-2023- Location: Auckland, KiwiRail Ltd, NZ, 1010- Business unit: Rail Operations- Position status: Permanent- Employment type: Full Time- Level of experience: ExperiencedThis is an exciting time for rail in New Zealand, with a significant investment programme for asset upgrades and new infrastructure throughout the country.

We've got some great projects underway and we're looking ahead at long term investment plans for New Zealand's national rail system.


We have an opportunity for a Senior Engineering Geologist or Senior Geotechnical Engineer to bring their technical expertise and support the Engineering team in delivering technical excellence, continuous improvement, and satisfaction to our customers and stakeholders.

  • Pivotal technical role
  • Influence and engage across the business
  • Located in Auckland
  • Full time, permanent (40 hours)

Te whiwhinga mahi - The Opportunity
The Engineering team have five core functions of Engineering Design, Engineering Advice, Long-Term Asset Management, Technical Standards, and Assurance.

This role reports to the Engineering Team Leader for Civil discipline and will be responsible for the assessment of geotechnical hazards along the rail corridor.

This is a predominantly office-based design role, however you will be required to go to site for assessments of geotechnical incidents/assets, scoping major geotechnical projects and other stakeholder engagement requirements.


Key responsibilities include:

  • Provide geotechnical assessment, design and analysis for earthworks, slope stability and other risk mitigation solutions
  • Support the business in understanding and managing risks related to geotechnical hazards
  • Provide technical advice for geotechnical aspects of projects, including earthworks design, slope stabilisation, foundations of bridges, settlement and liquefaction
  • Support the development of asset management strategies for slopes, embankments, and risk mitigation structures (retaining walls, rockfall protection, etc.)
  • Be KiwiRail's geotechnical representative in the interface with major infrastructure projects

He aha ngā pukenga e rapu ana tatou - What skills are we looking for?


To be considered for this role you will have extensive geotechnical experience alongside a Degree in Engineering Geology or Civil Engineering.

A full NZ Drivers Licence is required for this role. A full NZ Drivers Licence is required.

To be successful, you will have:

  • Minimum of 10 years' professional experience, predominantly in rail and/or road infrastructure environment.
  • Sound knowledge of relevant design codes, standards, legislation and practices
  • Experience in earthworks and embankments design, drainage, slope stability assessment and geotechnical investigations and analysis
  • Experience in the design of retaining walls and risk mitigation structures
  • Experience with assessing risk associated with geohazards and providing onsite remedial solutions
  • Provide expert technical onsite supervision for geotechnical risk mitigation works

Mo matou:
About us
KiwiRail is New Zealand's national railway, employing around 4,200 talented people in a wide range of business functions.

Our teams are responsible for maintaining 4,000 kilometres of rail corridor, bridges, tunnels, viaducts, overhead wires, signals, and level crossings.

Our team is like a family; we love what we do, and we thrive in this busy and upbeat environment.


Your Benefits:

  • Competitive remuneration
  • 5 weeks annual leave
  • Commitment to continued learning and development
  • Access to discounted travel, health insurance & holiday houses across NZ as part of our Staff Welfare Trust
Senior Geotechnical Engineer

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