Early-Career Geotechnical Engineer/Engineering Geologist - Christchurch, Nz

Tetra Tech Coffey Pty; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible leave

Coaching from experts

Employee ownership

Parental leave

Wellbeing program

Annual leave

Job summary

Tetra Tech Coffey provides high-end geotechnical and environmental engineering services across New Zealand. Our Christchurch team offers a close-knit, growing environment and opportunities for professional growth.

We’re seeking early-career geotechnical engineers passionate about site investigations, report preparation, and collaborating with clients and contractors to deliver impactful projects across civil, property, renewables, dams and transport sectors.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geology or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Up to 2 years of geotechnical investigations and site work.
• Soil and rock logging competency, including in-situ tests.
• Willingness to travel to remote areas and interstate locations.
• NZ Driver's Licence and working rights in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Develop field engineering and subcontractor management skills.
• Lead site investigations and contribute to geotechnical reports.
• Interact with clients and contractors during projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

Civil Engineering / Geology / Geotechnical Engineering degree

Job description

• Join our growing Geotechnical consulting group
• Enjoy mentoring and access to our senior specialists
• Diverse projects and learning opportunities across multiple sectors and clients

Our roles ask more of you. Sharing knowledge, exploring new thinking and delivering smart solutions.

Tetra Tech Coffey is a leader in geotechnical and environmental engineering. We help clients overcome complex challenges while delivering high-quality, results-driven services that achieve sustainable outcomes.

About the role

At Tetra Tech Coffey, we’re dedicated to enhancing our approach to handling complex projects within our specialized field. Our goal is to provide innovative solutions to our clients, always Leading with Science.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your field engineering and subcontractor management skills to lay the foundation for a successful future as geotechnical engineer. We’re seeking a candidate who is genuinely passionate about completing and managing site investigations and contributing to geotechnical engineering projects.

In addition to your project involvement, you’ll have interaction with clients and contractors and will learn how to contribute to the preparation of geotechnical reports.

Working closely with our experts, you will collaborate on diverse projects across multiple sectors spanning civil, property, renewables, dams and transport infrastructure — offering you the chance to innovate, collaborate, and grow in a role with real impact.

As a vital part of our New Zealand business, our Christchurch team offers a close-knit and growing environment. You will be joining a strong national geotechnical team, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development. If you're enthusiastic about specialising in the field of geotechnical engineering, we encourage you to apply and be part of our thriving organization.

About you

We are looking for early career geotechnical engineers that bring an inquisitive and practical approach, an energy towards their work and the team, and a rapidly expanding technical knowledge base. You will have strong communication skills and a demonstrated ability to build strong team and client relationships.

Ideally you will have:

• A Civil Engineering, Geology or Geotechnical Engineering degree
• Up to 2 years of experience in geotechnical investigations and site work
• Soil and rock logging competency, including performance of in‑situ tests
• A keen interest in developing your consulting skills
• An interest in developing your business development and analytical skills
• Strong collaboration skills along with the confidence to work independently when required
• An enthusiasm to travel to where the action is, including remote areas and interstate travel
• NZ Drivers Licence
• Working rights in New Zealand

If you're looking for a friendly, professional organisation with ample opportunities for career growth and advancement, we’d love to hear from you. Take your career to the next level with Tetra Tech Coffey!

What We Offer:

• Work-Life balance: We help you create space for other important aspects of your life with flexible work arrangements, study breaks, and leave purchase plans, allowing you to enjoy up to 8 weeks of annual leave per year!
• Diverse project opportunities: Work on a wide range of projects across various clients and sectors, keeping your experience fresh and engaging.
• Professional growth: Access ongoing development opportunities, including coaching from our approachable technical experts and support for professional memberships.
• Recognition & rewards: Be part of our reward and recognition program that celebrates your contributions and achievements.
• Employee ownership: Participate in our employee stock purchase plan and share in the company’s success.
• Paid parental leave: Enjoy paid parental leave for both primary and secondary caregivers.
• Wellbeing support: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available to all staff and their immediate families.

About us

Tetra Tech Coffey provides high-end environmental, geotechnical, digital, and engineering design consulting services in Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. Every day, our people come together to solve complex challenges for our clients.

With over 30,000 Tetra Tech colleagues across 550 offices globally, we deliver projects that improve lives through science, technology, and innovation.

Our commitment to creating lasting, measurable value is reflected in our global 1 Billion People Challenge, which tracks how our 100,000+ annual projects benefit people and communities around the world.