Principal Advisor, Ministerials - Wellington

Kumara Vine; Wellington; Híbrido; NZD 150.000 - 210.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible work arrangements

Up to 6 weeks additional annual leave

Volunteer and representation leave

Flexible public holidays

Descripción de la vacante

AECOM in Wellington, New Zealand, is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to support the Te Awa Kairangi Riverlink project during its critical construction phase. The role provides specialist on‑site geotechnical leadership, working with contractors, designers and PMs to resolve complex challenges and safeguard outcomes.

Responsibilities include overseeing construction geotechnical activities, validating ground investigation data, advising on earthworks, slope stability and ground

Formación

• Appropriate tertiary qualification in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering with Chartered or Professional membership.
• Proven experience providing geotechnical design and construction support for complex infrastructure projects.
• Proficient in geotechnical modelling software including Cliq, Slide2, and Plaxis.
• Willingness to work on-site in New Zealand.

Responsabilidades

• Provide expert geotechnical oversight throughout the construction phase of the project, ensuring compliance with standards and safety requirements.
• Review ground investigation data and advise 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.

Conocimientos

Geotechnical design

On-site support

Collaboration

Safety awareness

Educación

Civil or Geotechnical Engineering degree

Herramientas

Cliq

Slide2

Plaxis

Descripción del empleo

Principal Geotechnical Engineer – Wellington

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.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

Location: Wellington, New Zealand. Hybrid work model.

Contract type: Permanent, Full‑time.

Application deadline: (not specified).