At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.
Whatyou’lldo
As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in our Ground and Underground Engineering team based inTeWhanganui-a-Tara Wellington,you’llbe a vital part of a team changing the way we design and deliver major works to be carbon neutral and sustainable.Weembracechallenges, welcomes diverse ideas, and engineer solutions with people and outcomes in mind.
Manage work programs to ensure they are delivered to client expectations,timeframes, and specifications
Deliver multiple concurrent projects across their entire life cycle, including scope management, contract administration,financial management, project scheduling, and risk management
Undertake site investigations for a wide variety of large-scale infrastructure projects
Deliver geotechnical tasks including site investigation, analysis, design, reporting, and construction supervision across projects of varying size and complexity
Collaborate with a supportive multidisciplinary team to achieve client goals across commercial, industrial, land development, transportation, and municipal infrastructure projects
Whatyou’llbring
Bachelor of Engineering in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, with 8+ years of experience in a similar consulting environment
Strong local experience in geotechnical analysis and design, including settlement, foundations, slope stability, and retaining wall design
Proven experience inplanning and deliveringsite investigations, ground modelling, and geotechnical risksassessment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging clients on technical and commercial matters.A collaborative mindset and a commitment to mentoring and developing junior team members in a multidisciplinary environment
A track recordof delivering technically robust, practical solutions on complex infrastructure projects.
Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status, or a commitment to achieving chartership.
How we support your growth
We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges, in an environment that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards.Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.
Who we are
We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia,AotearoaNew Zealandand Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here – to bring ideas to life,the Aurecon way.
Readyfor your next adventure?
If this sounds like your next step,we’dlove to hear from you.We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements.For recruitment adjustments, contact WorkplaceAdjustment@aurecongroup.com
Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI.We’remost interested in your individual thinking and experiences—so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.
Tewhakahā ingā whakaaro| Breathing life into our ideas, thoughts, views
Kia māia, kia kaha, mahi tahi| Be bold, be strong, work as one
Aurecon is a design, engineering and advisory company. Our purpose is bringing ideas to life, to imagine and co-create with our clients a better future for people and the planet.
Our culture of Believe it. Say it. Do it. reflects our deep commitment to our clients and each other to build trust and create a better future together.
We are a team who place eminence, digital and innovation at the core of all we do.
Our strength lies in how we bring together our design, engineering and advisory capabilities to provide our clients with integrated solutions across the entire asset lifecycle. From shape and plan – design and deliver – operate and optimise – to close and transform.
Aurecon designers, engineers, scientists and advisors work with our clients across markets and asset types, to tackle some of the world’s most complex challenges.
We are an owner managed company with a strong presence across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia.
To learn more about what we have been up to visit our newsroom (aurecongroup.com/about/latest-news), or take a glimpse into the future on our Just Imagine blog (justimagine.aurecongroup.com).
