Associate Geotechnical Engineer
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Job Location:
Auckland - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
21-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Associate Geotechnical Engineer
As an Associate Geotechnical Engineer based in our Tāmaki / Auckland office you will help shape and deliver innovative geotechnical solutions across a variety of challenging projects influencing infrastructure development and contributing to resilient sustainable designs. As part of Aurecons global network you will have the opportunity to work across all parts of our business leveraging international expertise and resources to enhance your professional growth and project impact.
The mahi The opportunity
With a secured pipeline of work for our key and platinum clients you can navigate your career confidently focusing on projects that excite and challenge you enabling professional development and rewarding experiences. Some of our secured pipeline includes:
Ōtaki to North of Levin (Ō2NL)
Northern Alliance for NZTA Waka Kotahi
Northland Corridor Principals Technical Advisor (PTA) for NZTA Waka Kotahi
Belfast to Pegasus (B2P)
Pre-Implementation for NZTA Waka Kotahi
National Bridge Programme for KiwiRail
Strategic Planning Partner (SPP) for Watercare
A diverse portfolio of commercial building and precinct developments
Significant industrial development projects
Key Responsibilities:
Bring your technical eminence and geotechnical expertise to deliver innovative practical solutions across projects of all sizes and complexities working in diverse markets including commercial/industrial building land development transportation and municipal infrastructure.
Lead and manage geotechnical investigations risk assessments and design recommendations while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Build trusted relationships with clients colleagues and stakeholders embracing technical challenges tight deadlines and changing expectations with resilience and enthusiasm.
Lead develop and mentor a team by communicating effectively sharing knowledge and taking accountability creating an environment where people feel supported to learn grow and collaborate.
Navigate complexity and think strategically to bring clarity and direction to challenging projects.
What Were Looking For:
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil or Geotechnical)
1215 years of experience
Consultancy experience and a growth mindset
Strong local experience in geotechnical analysis and design with expertise in settlement foundations slope stability and retaining wall design
An understanding of and experience with Te Ao Māori is highly desirable
Whats in it for me
You really can bring your whole self to work and be confident that your voice will be heard. We dont just claim that were inclusive and innovative its proven by the independent awards and accreditations we have gained and were always seeking new ways to prove (and improve!) our commitment to diversity.
We were the first engineering company in Aotearoa to receive the Rainbow Tick in 2018 and we have maintained this certification ever May 2023 we were the first engineering company in Aotearoa to receive the Gender Tick led by our people for our people.
Our Māori strategy (He Rautaki Māori) won two Good Design awards in 2022 for its outstanding contribution in bringing Te Āo Māori and digital innovation into operations and decision-making processes.
Ready to bring ideas to life
Apply now! Were an equal-opportunity employer that values diverse perspectives and the contributions each person brings bring your whole self.
We know candidates from underrepresented backgrounds may hesitate if they dont meet every criterion. If this role sparks your interest wed love to hear from you. We value potential and the way you bring ideas to life.
Were committed to a fair inclusive and accessible recruitment process let us know if you need any adjustments.
Whakahā ngā whakaaro / Breathing life into our ideas thoughts views
Kia māia kia kaha mahi tahi / Be bold be strong work as one
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Construction Inspection
- Business Development
- GIS
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Communication skills
- Construction Experience
- Data Collection
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- Autocad
- Horizontal Drilling
- Writing Skills
About Company
Aurecon is an engineering, design and advisory company, but not as you know it. We’ve reimagined engineering. Our clients’ ideas and aspirations drive all that we do. We work alongside them like no other firm to co-create clever, innovative solutions to some of the world’s most compl ... View more
