Classroom Kaiako/Teacher

Whangarei Intermediate; Wellington; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

6 weeks additional annual leave

Volunteer and representation leave

Public holidays - flexible options

Job summary

AECOM in Wellington is hiring a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to support the Te Awa Kairangi Riverlink project during its critical construction phase. You will provide specialist geotechnical expertise on investigations, design, and on-site delivery.

The role focuses on ensuring safety, applying standards, coordinating with contractors and designers, and delivering geotechnical solutions across complex infrastructure works.

Qualifications

• Appropriate tertiary qualification in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering with strong professional experience, preferably holding Chartered or Professional membership with a relevant engineering body.
• Proven experience providing geotechnical design and construction support for complex infrastructure projects with knowledge of NZ ground conditions and standards.
• Holds a valid driver's license and is confident on-site to provide practical engineering solutions during construction.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert geotechnical oversight during construction for Riverlink and related works.
• Review and validate ground investigation data, advising on earthworks, foundation design, slope stability, retaining structures and ground improvement.
• Collaborate with contractors, designers, and multidisciplinary teams to address geotechnical challenges and maintain project integrity.
• Support construction teams with geotechnical methodologies, risk assessments, and mitigation planning.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Chartered or Professional membership (preferred)

Tools

Cliq

Slide2

Plaxis

Job description

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About AECOM

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world’ s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’ s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We’re one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Principal Geotechnical Engineer – AECOM – Wellington

From major transport programmes and resilience initiatives to complex construction challenges, geotechnical engineering plays a critical role in delivering the infrastructure that communities rely on every day. At AECOM, you'll have the opportunity to work on projects that genuinely make a difference, applying your expertise across investigations, design, construction support and project delivery.

This is engineering that matters. AECOM is seeking a highly skilled Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join our Wellington team to support the Te Awa Kairangi Project (Riverlink) during its critical construction phase. This is an immediate opportunity to play a key role in delivering one of New Zealand's significant infrastructure projects, ensuring geotechnical excellence and safety throughout construction. In this role, you will provide specialist geotechnical expertise and on-site support, working closely with contractors, designers, and project managers to resolve complex geotechnical challenges and safeguard project outcomes.

• Provide expert geotechnical oversight throughout the construction phase of the Te Awa Kairangi project (Riverlink), ensuring compliance with relevant standards, project specifications, and safety requirements.
• Review and validate ground investigation data, advising on earthworks, foundation design, slope stability, retaining structures, and ground improvement strategies to support optimal engineering outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with contractors, designers, and multidisciplinary teams to address unforeseen geotechnical challenges, resolve technical issues, and maintain project integrity.
• Support construction teams with geotechnical methodologies, risk assessments, and mitigation planning to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of complex infrastructure works.

Qualifications

We’re looking for an experienced geotechnical professional who combines strong technical expertise with practical site experience, stakeholder engagement skills and a collaborative leadership style.

• Appropriate tertiary qualification in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering with strong professional experience, preferably holding Chartered or Professional membership with a relevant engineering body.
• Proven experience providing geotechnical design and construction support for complex infrastructure projects, with a strong understanding of New Zealand ground conditions, standards, and best practices.
• Proficient in the use of geotechnical modelling software including Cliq, Slide2, and Plaxis for slope stability, settlement, and liquefaction analysis.
• Holds a valid driver's licence and is confident working on-site to provide practical engineering solutions during construction.

Additional Information

Why you'll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements available, aligned with the market and client facing role requirements
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
• Volunteer and representation leave
• Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

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.

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.

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.