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Graduate Geotechnical EngineerKirk Roberts Consulting • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Kirk Roberts Consulting • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
16 days ago
Job description

Graduate Geotechnical Engineer – Kirk Roberts Consulting

We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Christchurch. You'll work on geotechnical investigations and reporting across a wide variety of projects. If you enjoy working outdoors, meeting new people and have a passion to learn, then we would like to hear from you.

About The Role

  • Work with an experienced Geotechnical team, receiving coaching and mentoring to develop your career.
  • Undertake small projects responsible for geotechnical engineering investigations, including field testing, sampling, logging results and analysis.
  • Schedule projects, communicate with clients, and conduct site observation / inspections of on‑site works during construction.
  • Collaborate with the wider business to deliver high‑quality geotechnical engineering to clients nationally.

Benefits

A great team environment, competitive remuneration package, flexible working, paid overtime, on‑the‑job training and ongoing career development.

About You

  • Tertiary qualification, Bachelor of Engineering – Civil, specialising in Geotechnical. Essential to hold an Engineering degree for this role.
  • 0‑2 years experience; consultancy experience is a bonus.
  • Basic knowledge of soil mechanics, slope stability, retaining wall, earthworks and geotechnical foundation engineering.
  • High level of attention to detail with excellent planning and sound problem‑solving skills; pride in producing quality documentation.
  • Thrives on challenge and is motivated to provide innovative solutions for clients.
  • Enjoys working in a team environment and communicating with a wide range of people.
  • To Apply

    Please send us your latest CV and covering letter, and you are welcome to include any other documents you feel relevant to your application. All applicants must be domiciled in New Zealand and be eligible for permanent employment in NZ, with either a NZ Passport, residency, or current work visa.

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