Lead Geotechnical Engineer

4 days ago

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand GHD Full time NZ$120,000 - NZ$180,000 per year
Description

There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that. 

Join us as we strive for a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in. Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly experienced Team Leader to join our wonderful team in Tauranga, Hamilton or Auckland.

The role:

  • Develop good business relationships with existing and potential, internal and external clients to ensure required project outcomes are met and client satisfaction maintained at a high standard
  • Supports in developing new and repeat business within the assigned region – including preparation of proposals and bids for projects. Supports strong relationships with both internal and external clients.
  • Proven project management, investigation, design and implementation of a range of multidisciplinary projects
  • Provide guidance to junior design engineers on projects and be able to train and mentor them

About you:

  • BE Civil, BSc, ME, MSc, PhD or related qualification, specializing in either geotechnical engineering or engineering geology.
  • 8+ years industry experience or in consulting.
  • Working knowledge of public and private sector
  • Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
  • Good computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Specialist geotechnical software skills
  • Ability to nurture and develop teamwork within the group
  • Proven leadership qualities and team management skills
  • Organized in multitasking of self and others and able to meet deadlines

Click 'Apply' to submit your CV or reach out to Zen Chua ) for more information.

Ki GHD, ka ākina te kaimahi e mātou kia tutuki ōna ake moemoeā. Nā te mea, ko te kaha o te tangata te tuarā o te pakihi. Nā reira, he hiahia nō mātou ki te whiwhi kaimahi nō ngā ahurea tuakiri maha, nō whenua rerekē, tane mai, wahine mai.

At GHD we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities and invites applications from people of all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds.

Office Shutdown Period

Please be aware that our office will be closed from Thursday 25th December 2025 to Friday, 9th January 2026. We will reopen on Monday, 12th January 2026. During this period, there will be delays in processing applications and responding to enquiries. We appreciate your understanding and patience.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

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