Alexander Knight Recruitment
Intermediate or Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Dams)
- Posted 2d ago
- On Site
- Full Time
Location
Auckland
Salary
$100 - $180 k/yr
Job Description
The Company
The company is a well-respected specialist geotechnical, earthquake and dam engineering consultancy services throughout New Zealand, Australia and the wider Asia-Pacific region.
The core activities of the internationally recognised team are:
• Geotechnical investigation, engineering design and construction support services for a variety of building types and retaining wall constructions.
• Dam and civil engineering for irrigation dams, water supply dams, flood control measures, mine waste and tailings disposal.
• Seismic hazard and earthquake engineering.
The company has a focus on working on interesting and professionally rewarding projects. The company leadership strives to foster a supportive and collaborative working environment which allow staff to learn and grow professionally.
About You
- Currently based in NZ or looking to return to NZ soon.
- Has a full NZ drivers’ licence.
- Has a Master of Engineering (Studies) or PhD in the geotechnical / dams’ field from a reputable university in NZ, Australia, Canada or the USA.
- Has 5 to 10 years’ “boots on the ground” experience in New Zealand and/or Australia.
- Has worked on both water reservoir and tailings dam projects.
- Is Chartered in NZ or is close to becoming chartered.
- They would be EXTREMELY interested in someone who is a NZ Recognised Engineer (Dam Safety)
The Benefits
- A high ratio of senior to junior staff to enable close mentoring relationships.
- A competitive salary, that will be commensurate to the candidates experience, to be mutually agreed.
- A small, friendly team of very clever people.
- Opportunity to learn from some of New Zealand’s leading geotechnical and dam design specialists.
- Free parking available around the office location.
- The company is led and managed by Geotechnical Engineers and has a focus on technical excellence.
- Opportunities to work on interesting projects throughout New Zealand and overseas.
Hard Skills Required
- Public Infrastructure Projects
- Problem Solving
- Engineering Design
Soft Skills Required
- Excellent Communication
- Client Facing
- Cultural Fit
- Independently Driven
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Job Schedule
- Shift Work