Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

As the premier design, engineering and environmental consultancy in Aotearoa New Zealand, WSP exists to future-proof our cities and environment. We are proud to have the blueprint of Aotearoa New Zealand in our DNA and our 2,000+ expert professionals in 35 offices are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve.

Geotechnical Engineer – Whangārei, Northland

We have an opportunity for a Geotechnical Engineer in our WSP Whangarei office.

In this role, you will provide Project Management and Geotechnical Engineering Support in providing

asset and operational management, design and construction on projects primarily for

Road, Water, Building and Structures sectors.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and deliver geotechnical inputs across local and regional projects, coordinating effectively with other disciplines.
• Undertake and/or oversee investigations, design (including slope stability, foundations, and retaining structures), and prepare high‑quality technical reports.
• Produce contract documentation, support construction monitoring, and maintain local geotechnical data, standards, and procedures.
• Ensure all work meets technical standards and quality assurance requirements while contributing to ongoing technical development within the team.
• Prepare fee estimates, methodologies, schedules, and project documentation.
• Monitor and report on progress, risks, budgets, and programmes, resolving issues proactively.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to proposals, bids, and business development activities.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering technical growth and a collaborative team culture.
• Work with local and national teams to strengthen capability and drive continuous improvement.

About you

• Bachelor of Engineering or Master of Engineering in Geotechnical Engineering.
• 8+ years of professional geotechnical engineering experience, including experience within an engineering consultancy.
• Experience with New Zealand design codes and standards.
• Full, clean driver’s license.
• Ability to engage effectively with clients, build trusted relationships, and contribute to business development, project planning and delivery.

• A proactive, resilient, and solutions‑focused approach, with the motivation to influence outcomes and support high‑performing teams.

This position is full time, 40 hours and 5 days per week.

The remuneration range for this position is $112,000 - $122,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

WSP NZ has proudly earned its place among the top five employers to work for in Aotearoa New Zealand, as recognised in Randstad's latest employer survey. In addition, WSP has been listed as one of TIME’s 2023 top 100 companies globally for employees

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here