Lead Geotechnical Engineer – Wellington Riverlink

Wellington East Girls' College; Wellington; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Leave allowances

Volunteer leave

Flex public holidays

Job summary

AECOM in Wellington is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to support the Te Awa Kairangi project during its critical construction phase. You’ll provide expert on-site geotechnical leadership, review ground investigation data, and collaborate with contractors, designers and project managers to safeguard outcomes.

This role offers flexible work arrangements and opportunities to shape major infrastructure while applying NZ ground conditions knowledge and advanced modelling tools such as

Qualifications

• Appropriate tertiary qualification in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering with strong professional experience, preferably Chartered or Professional membership.
• Proven experience providing geotechnical design and construction support for complex infrastructure projects with NZ ground conditions knowledge.
• Proficient in geotechnical modelling software including Cliq, Slide2, and Plaxis for slope stability and liquefaction analysis.
• Holds a valid driver’s licence and is comfortable working on-site to provide practical engineering solutions during construction.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert geotechnical oversight throughout the construction phase of the Te Awa Kairangi project (Riverlink).
• Review and validate ground investigation data, advising on earthworks, foundation design, slope stability, retaining structures, and ground improvement strategies.
• 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 for safe delivery of complex works.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Site experience

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Education

Civil or Geotechnical Engineering degree

Chartered or Professional membership

Tools

Cliq

Slide2

Plaxis

Job description

AECOM in Wellington is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to support the Te Awa Kairangi project during its critical construction phase. You’ll provide expert on-site geotechnical leadership, review ground investigation data, and collaborate with contractors, designers and project managers to safeguard outcomes.

This role offers flexible work arrangements and opportunities to shape major infrastructure while applying NZ ground conditions knowledge and advanced modelling tools such as