Senior Transport Engineer

Mō tō mātou āhuatanga | Who we are

Tonkin + Taylor is New Zealand's leading engineering and environmental consultancy, renowned for technical excellence in solving complex challenges. We are proudly New Zealand employee-owned, and our collective mission is to create and sustain a better world.

For over 60 years we have been delivering solutions for major infrastructure projects across NZ, Australia, and the wider Asia-Pacific — connecting communities to enhance resilience and prosperity. We are proud to have contributed to some of New Zealand's largest transport infrastructure projects, including City Rail Link, Ōtaki to North of Levin, and Te Ara Tupua Alliance.

At T+T, we believe it's our people that keep clients coming back. Our people are known for being humble high achievers — delivering award-winning solutions, working collaboratively, and achieving exceptional outcomes. They are our greatest asset, and we invest in their development, wellbeing, and career aspirations.

Kei te hiahia mātou ki ōu pūkenga | We want your skills

This is a Senior Transport Engineer role with real scope. You'll work across T+T disciplines and directly with clients, while taking a hands-on role in developing the engineers around you - the kind of position where you can genuinely leave your mark on both the team and the work.

Based in Wellington, you'll contribute to a strong pipeline of meaningful work including major regional infrastructure programmes and local government projects, with the opportunity to shape future opportunities for the team and wider business.

If you value technical excellence, purpose-driven work, and collaborative problem-solving - we'd love to hear from you.

Ngā mahi me ngā kawenga | Tasks and responsibilities

In this role you will

Lead the technical delivery of transport and land development infrastructure projects — from road safety auditing through to the design of major transport networks

Work across a diverse range of project environments including alliances, design-build, and traditional consultancy delivery

Provide technical direction and mentoring to intermediate and graduate engineers, helping to grow capability within the team

Develop and maintain strong relationships with public and private sector clients, contributing to business development and growth

Collaborate across disciplines, bringing a transport lens to wider infrastructure, urban development, water, energy, and land use projects

Contribute to the team's Wellington market presence and support the development of new client relationships and opportunities

Nā tōu rourou | What you'll bring

10+ years' demonstrable experience in high-quality technical delivery of traffic and transport engineering projects

Proven ability to work with and across a wide range of disciplines

Proficiency in relevant industry tools and software, including a design package (e.g. OpenRoads, Autodesk suite), traffic modelling software (e.g. SIDRA), and Safe System Assessments

Strong knowledge and application of relevant New Zealand design standards

Relevant tertiary qualification and membership of a professional institute

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build a strong team ethos and deliver high-quality client outcomes

Evidence of business development capability and client relationship management

A proactive, solutions-focused attitude and genuine passion for contributing to sustainable and resilient communities

We'll back your growth

At T+T you'll be in the driver's seat of your own development, with access to:

A diverse range of complex, meaningful, and high-profile projects

A supportive, solutions-focused design culture where your leadership is valued

Opportunities to broaden your skillset across multiple disciplines and sectors

Mentoring, formal training, and ongoing professional development support

A workplace where your achievements are recognised and celebrated

Ngā Hua | Our benefits

Exposure to large-scale alliance projects as well as locally focused community initiatives

A highly supportive team environment where you are encouraged to shape your own career path

Professional memberships and continuing education support

Flexible working culture, including part-time options and the ability to purchase extra leave

Internal training and mentoring programmes

$750 annual wellbeing allowance and wellbeing programme

Active social club, free fruit, and morning teas (we take morning tea seriously at T+T!)

Additional parental leave, salary top-up, and back-to-work coaching

Modern, state-of-the-art Wellington offices

Toroa tā mātou pae tukutuku | Find out more

APPLY NOW! Or for a confidential conversation, reach out to Laura Ballantyne at ***email_hidden***. For more about life at T+T, visit www.tonkintaylor.co.nz.

T+T is not only a place to work — it's a place where your work will make a difference. 'Everyone Matters' is one of our three core values at T+T, and we are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce who foster inclusion, participation, and equal opportunity.

Job Details

Reference #

36868

Posted on

25 Jun 2026

Closes on

12 Aug 2026 12:00

Location(s)

Wellington

Expertise

Civil Engineering, Transport

Job level(s)

Senior (10-15)

Work type(s)

Permanent, Full Time