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Location: Orewa, Auckland

Hours: Full-Time


We are looking for an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in our busy Orewa office. In this client-facing role, you will complete geotechnical investigations and reporting while assisting development of our growing geotechnical team.

 Hutchinson is a well-established Civil, Structural and Geotechnical Engineering consultancy with a collaborative culture and modern offices located near the beach. This role offers involvement in a wide range of projects including building, infrastructure, and land development from investigation through to construction completion.


What you'll be doing:

  • Completing geotechnical investigations from scoping and fieldwork planning through to interpretation, reporting and project delivery

  • Preparing and reviewing geotechnical reports, including site suitability, foundation, slope stability and liquefaction assessments

  • Carrying out geotechnical analysis and design using industry-standard software

  • Completing technical review, ensuring reports from graduate and intermediate staff are checked and issued in a timely manner, and providing guidance and mentoring

  • Undertaking construction observation and earthworks monitoring, and assisting with the timely issue of producer statements (PS4s) and completion reports

  • Communicating with clients, contractors, councils and the wider team, working closely with our civil and structural engineers to contribute to practical project outcomes



What we're looking for:

  • Degree-qualified Engineer with 5 years plus experience in Geotechnical Engineering

  • Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or actively working towards registration

  • Solid understanding of New Zealand design codes, standards, and legislation

  • Experience in geotechnical design and project management, including proficiency with geotechnical software for slope stability, settlement and liquefaction analysis

  • Proven ability to independently prepare, review and sign off geotechnical reports

  • Experience mentoring, reviewing and developing junior staff

  • Reliable, well-organised and able to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines

  • Excellent communication skills

  • A positive, proactive and team-focused attitude


What we offer:

  • Competitive remuneration, negotiable with the successful applicant

  • Company mobile phone plan

  • Paid professional membership fees

  • Ongoing support for continued professional development, including support towards or maintaining CPEng

  • Collaborative, positive work culture in modern offices by the beach

  • We value collaboration and team work on-site in the office, however flexible working arrangements can be negotiated


Be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and a positive culture.

View our website at www.hc.co.nz

Apply via email to [email protected]