Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Foundations & Infrastructure

Holmes Aus & Nz; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

Holmes Aus & Nz is seeking an Intermediate to Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our established geotechnical and foundations team. The role centers on major infrastructure projects, with collaboration alongside civil structural engineers to deliver efficient, sustainable outcomes across New Zealand.

We require 5+ years in geotechnical design and seismic engineering, plus a proactive, client‑facing approach.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years geotechnical design experience.
• Seismic engineering experience.
• Technically astute with project delivery and relationship building skills.
• Expertise delivering complex geotechnical projects.
• Motivated, creative engineers open to change and challenge.
• Open minded to new approaches and innovations.

Responsibilities

• Role focuses on significant infrastructure projects with collaboration with civil structural engineers.
• Engage in foundation design and geotechnical disciplines from soft ground to rock.
• Contribute to innovative geotechnical solutions for project value.
• Join a dynamic team and support growth within the geotechnical practice.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Seismic engineering

Project delivery

Relationship building

Innovative thinking

Job description

Holmes Aus & Nz is seeking an Intermediate to Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our established geotechnical and foundations team. The role centers on major infrastructure projects, with collaboration alongside civil structural engineers to deliver efficient, sustainable outcomes across New Zealand.

We require 5+ years in geotechnical design and seismic engineering, plus a proactive, client‑facing approach.