Senior Geotechnical Engineer

5 days ago

Christchurch Central, New Zealand AECOM New Zealand Ltd Full time NZ$100,000 - NZ$150,000 per year

Job Description

How you'll make a difference

AECOM is seeking a highly skilled Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Christchurch team. This is an immediate opportunity to play a key role in designing and delivering key pieces of infrastructure for New Zealand and Australia. In this role, you will provide specialist geotechnical expertise during site investigations, design and on site construction support, working closely with multi discipline designers and project managers to resolve complex geotechnical challenges and safeguard project outcomes.

  • Undertake site investigations and planning.
  • Review and validate ground investigation data, advising on earthworks, foundation design, slope stability, liquefaction, settlement, retaining structures, and ground improvement strategies to support optimal engineering outcomes.
  • Collaborate closely with contractors, designers, and multidisciplinary teams to address unforeseen geotechnical challenges, resolve technical issues, and maintain project integrity.
  • Support construction teams with geotechnical methodologies, risk assessments, and mitigation planning to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of complex infrastructure works.
  • Develop key relationships with clients for work winning methods.

Qualifications

The qualities that help you thrive

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

  • Appropriate tertiary qualification in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering with 5+ years of professional experience, preferably holding Chartered or Professional membership with a relevant engineering body.
  • Proven experience providing geotechnical design and construction support for complex infrastructure projects, with a strong understanding of New Zealand ground conditions, standards, and best practices.
  • Proficient in the use of geotechnical modelling software including Cliq, Rocscience suite, OpenGround and Plaxis for slope stability, settlement, and liquefaction analysis.
  • A strong sense of commitment, a willingness to learn and a desire to work in a dynamic team environment.

Additional Information

Why you'll love working with us

  • Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options

  • Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year

  • Volunteer and representation leave
  • Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

Ready to push the limits of what's possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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