HD Geo Limited – Geotechnical Engineer

Are you design savvy? Do you love doing the groundwork involved in ultimately creating something amazing? Then read on!

As a Geotechnical Engineer for HD Geo you will be responsible for undertaking investigations and assessments, preparing designs, writing reports and completing site observations and testing – and that’s just touching the surface! This role is suited for someone who is excited by and excels in the design of engineering structures. We pride ourselves on working with other talented professionals to develop pragmatic design solutions, so if you are confident discussing engineering aspects of a project with structural and civil engineers don’t hesitate to apply for this unique opportunity!

These will be your key responsibilities and accountabilities:

• Planning, directing and conducting investigative work to analyse the likely behaviour of soil and rock when placed under pressure by proposed structures, and designs above and below ground foundations.
• Performing geotechnical site investigations and analyses.
• Assessment and design of complex geotechnical engineering solutions
• Preparation of drawings and/or provision of information to others in order for them to produce plans and drawings.
• Conduct site assessments to determine appropriate location for structures/foundations.
• Use dedicated software to understand data and model future conditions.
• Seek guidance on matters relating to quality of output, presentation and on any circumstances where negotiations/communications with clients are causing, or has the potential to cause, difficulties.
• Closely liaise with the Manager on job progress and particularly any indications that deadlines/targets might not be achieved.
• Provide assistance with writing and pricing offers of service.
• Supervise and administer contracts.
• Manage all project information for which you are assigned responsibility so that it is easily understood and available to any other employees of the company. Information may include external information, testing results, assessments, designs, correspondence and any other information.
• Undertake tasks assigned in an efficient and timely manner.
• Undertake any other tasks associated with your allocated jobs and duties as delegated by a Manager or Director.
• Follow all company systems, procedures and guidelines.
• Attend training and develop relevant knowledge, techniques and skills.
• Stay up to date with relevant standards, codes and legislation.
• Adhere to local and externally relevant health and safety laws and policies.
• Always act in a way that reflects the professional image of the company.

Your key attributes will be:

• A positive can-do attitude
• An understanding of Sharepoint, Microsoft Suite, Teams, Geroc Core-GS, Cliq, CPet, Slide2 and Hoboware software
• Experience in the use of NDM equipment
• Excellent interpretation of construction drawings and land maps
• Believe in a culture of candor
• Being responsible and accountable in your role
• An interest in learning and expanding on your knowledge
  The ability to work independently where necessary within a fast-paced environment to meet required deadlines
• Strong workplace health and safety knowledge and practise
• Capability to lift/carry heavy tools and samples
• Strong communication skills both written and oral
• Good relationship building skills with clients/contractors
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Enjoy working in the outdoors with a hands-on approach
• You must have a valid NZ driver’s licence
• You must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand
• Due to the current border restrictions for entering New Zealand, all applicants must already be residing in New Zealand.

We look forward to receiving your application!