Graduate–Intermediate Geophysicist | Start From Early December 2025

Graduate–Intermediate Geophysicist | Start from early December

Are you a geophysicist who loves the outdoors, interpreting subsurface data and helping clients and stakeholders make informed decisions?

Cook Costello is on the lookout for a Graduate to Intermediate Geophysicist (2–5 years' experience) to join our Wellington or Christchurch team, with flexibility for the right candidate to be based elsewhere in New Zealand.

You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team of geotechnical, civil, and structural engineers, surveyors, and project managers, working together to map and understand the ground beneath our projects.

This role offers a balanced mix of field and office work (approximately

• ), from planning and executing surveys to interpreting results and preparing clear, insightful reports that influence engineering design and decision-making.

What You'll Do

Plan and carry out engineering geophysical investigations for a variety of projects across New Zealand.

Collect and process data using methods such as MASW, seismic refraction, resistivity, GPR, and determine Vs30.

Interpret and present geophysical data in reports, maps, and visual formats for internal and client use.

Work closely with geotechnical and structural engineers to integrate findings into practical engineering solutions.

Participate in project planning, client meetings, and contribute to continuous improvement in field and analysis processes.

About You

We're looking for someone who :

Holds a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geophysics, Earth Sciences, or related field.

Has 2–5 years of relevant experience in applied or engineering geophysics.

Is confident working in the field and comfortable travelling to sites throughout New Zealand.

Is familiar with tools such as Python, Geolitix, Surfer, ReflexW, and SurfSeis.

Communicates clearly, works well in a team, and has an eye for detail when analysing data and writing reports.

What We Offer

A supportive and social team culture within a well-established, New Zealand-owned consultancy.

A mentoring and professional development program designed to help you grow your technical and leadership skills.

Opportunities for travel and hands-on project work across the country.

The chance to see how your work directly shapes engineering design and outcomes.

Competitive salary and flexibility in working arrangements.

Join us and help build the future of New Zealand from the ground up.

To apply for this position, please submit your CV and cover letter using the application form.

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