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Geotechnical Engineers - Intermediate, Senior, and Principal

Geotechnical Engineers - Intermediate, Senior, and Principal

NPA WorldWideTauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
9 days ago
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Job description :

Geotechnical Engineers - Intermediate, Senior, and Principal (Category 1)

Hamilton or Tauranga (key regions) Auckland too.

Join a dynamic and growing engineering team delivering high-quality geotechnical design for land development, commercial, and industrial projects throughout the Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions. We have three opportunities available as part of this expanding team :

  • Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer - $95K to $120K
  • Senior Geotechnical Engineer - $120K to $160K
  • Principal Geotechnical Lead (Category 1) - $160K to $200K + profit share and directorship potential

These roles focus on technically challenging projects and offer progression pathways, a supportive team culture, and flexible working options.

About the Roles

You'll work on diverse geotechnical scopes including site investigations, design, analysis, and construction support, all within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. The Principal Lead will guide regional delivery and strategy, while Senior and Intermediate Engineers will actively contribute to technical design and project delivery.

What You'll Do

  • Deliver geotechnical investigations, foundation and retaining structure design, slope stability analysis, and construction monitoring.
  • Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary design teams on land development, commercial, and industrial projects (excluding heavy civil works).
  • Develop and review technical reports and models using recognised software and geotechnical best practices.
  • Support and mentor less experienced engineers (Senior and Principal roles).
  • Manage client relationships, project resources, and qualityassurance to maintain exceptional standards across all deliverables.
  • Engage in team development, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • What You Bring

  • Relevant BE (Civil) or equivalent with 3+ years' experience (Intermediate), 8+ years' experience (Senior), or 15+ years with Chartership and Category 1 recognition (Principal).
  • Strong technical skills in geotechnical analysis, design, and reporting across a range of project scales.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
  • Motivation to collaborate, learn, and grow within a professional, people-focused environment.
  • For the Principal role : proven leadership experience and capability to shape technical direction and business growth.
  • Why Join our client's awesome team?

  • Competitive salaries tailored to experience and performance.
  • Principal role includes shareholding, directorship pathways, and company-wide leadership involvement.
  • Flexible working arrangements and genuine respect for work-life balance.
  • Supportive, innovative culture that fosters professional development and teamwork.
  • Exposure to landmark projects shaping communities across the Bay of Plenty and Waikato regions.
  • Qualifications :

    Washington accord degree

    Why is This a Great Opportunity :

    This is a great opportunity for Geotechnical Engineers to join a thriving regional team, offering strong career progression, high-impact projects, and market-leading salaries. Candidates benefit from a supportive, people-focused culture, flexible working, andfor the Principalaccess to shareholding and directorship potential, ensuring both professional growth and influence in an expanding business.

    Salary Type : Annual Salary

    Salary Min : NZ$ 120000

    Salary Max : NZ$ 200000

    Currency Type : NZD

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