Graduate Geotechnical Engineer (Feb 2026)

Unitec Institute of TechnologyHamilton, Waikato, New Zealand

21 hours ago

Job description

What Our Graduate Program Offers :

2-Year Graduate program : Kickstart your career in a flexible working environment.
Graduate Induction : Participate in an event to meet fellow graduates and connect with leaders in the business.
Transition to a Professional : Seamless transition into professional level role at the completion of the graduate program.
Networking and Informative Opportunities : Engage in events hosted by our Connect Committee to expand your network and your knowledge.
Mentoring Opportunities : Receive guidance and support from experienced professionals to help you achieve your career goals.
Learn from Technical Experts : Enhance and share knowledge, skills and ideas from industry leaders that are essential to career progression.

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate Graduate Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist to join our Ground Engineering team in Hamilton .

You will be required to share your time between site and office tasks gaining valuable experience as you work through the various phases of projects from commencement to completion. With geotechnical engineering being a part of so many projects you will interact with other design disciplines, stakeholders, end clients and contractors as the project dictates and have the opportunity for short to longer term interstate or overseas travel if you desire.

How you’ll make a difference :

Assist with geotechnical assessment, design, and reporting including slope stability and settlement assessments.

Support the preparation and execution of geotechnical site investigations.

Compile and analyse geotechnical data to support design and reporting activities.

Conduct soil and rock logging in accordance with NZGS guidelines and produce investigation logs.

Assist in the initial preparation of site safety documentation.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree : You must be in your final year or completed a Bachelor’s or Postgraduate degree inGeotechnicalEngineeringor Geology / Earth Science.

Graduate Year : You must have completed your studies and have graduated before starting the program.

Commencement : You must be able to commence work by February 2026. We are open to mid-year finishers who are able to commence by July 2026.

Additional information

Our Recruitment Process

Submit Your Application : Complete the job application, uploading your resume, cover letter and the latest copy of your academic transcripts as one single document.

Online Assessment : Complete our global online strength-based assessment.

Phone Screen : You may be invited to a phone screen with our Early Careers Recruitment team.

Interview : Attend a face-to-face interview at your local office.

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.

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.

Our Commitment

We are embarking on our cultural journey in Aotearoa, New Zealand. We are embracing the richness of Māori and Pasifika peoples and look to share more with you throughout your recruitment journey.

AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses.Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here :

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Geotechnical Engineer • Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand