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Alexander Knight Recruitment

Intermediate or Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Dams)

  • Posted 1w 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

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