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Geotechnical Engineer

CMW Geosciences


Job Location:

Hamilton - New Zealand

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 19 August 2026 (20 days ago)
Application Deadline: 16 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Us

Since starting in 2012 CMW Geosciences has expanded to 23 offices with over 330 employees across Australia and New Zealand. We are hard-working down-to-earth and passionate engineers and geologists who provide quality geotechnical site investigation analysis and design advice to the construction infrastructure and energy sectors.

As part of the Kiwa Group were backed by a global network of 12000 staff across 35 countries

About the role

We are looking to bring on a motivated and hands-on Geotechnical Engineer with 2 years of experience to join our talented team in Hamilton.

This is a great opportunity to join a well-established Hamilton team with a strong forward workload genuine career development pathways and exposure to a broad range of technically interesting projects across the Waikato and central North Island.

Our range of projects are diverse across countries and offices: You will contribute to a diverse range of projects across key sectors including land development energy transport and infrastructure working alongside a collaborative and high-performing team of geotechnical professionals.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the delivery of technical and operational activities working under the guidance of senior professionals and accessing training and support as required.
  • Contribute to the development of geotechnical solutions by applying engineering and geological knowledge gained through study and practical experience.
  • Undertake site investigations field testing data collection and analysis and prepare design inputs and technical reports.
  • Support project delivery across all stages collaborating with senior team members to achieve project objectives and client outcomes.

What Youll Need

  • A Civil Engineering Degree
  • Minimum 2 years of experience as a Geotechnical Engineer part of a consultancy
  • Experience in land development preferred
  • Field-related experience
  • Previous exposure to proposal preparation and technical report writing
  • A full New Zealand drivers license
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional organisation and communication skills both verbal and written

What Youll Get

  • Additional Day Leave on your Birthday
  • Paid parental leave
  • Long Service Leave
  • $500 annual well-being allowance
  • Provision of minimum of 50 hours Training / CPD per year and paid membership to Engineers New Zealand
  • Office social events throughout the year
  • Flexible office hours
  • Ongoing internal trainings mentoring program and clear pathways for career progression
  • Access to exclusive employee discounts through our rewards platform