Senior Geotechnical Engineer

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When you join the Christchurch City Council, you'll be getting involved first-hand and working to shape the future of this city, our communities and the environment. As well as working with awesome people within the organisation, you'll find many opportunities to develop and progress your career with us. Christchurch City Council, where it's possible to love what you do.

About you | Ko Koe Tēnei

Are you a leading Geotechnical Engineer looking for the opportunity to leave a legacy and influence Christchurch's future?

We are looking for an experienced New Zealand Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng), Geotechnical Engineer (or Engineering Geologist) with at least 8 years in a similar role in a large scale, complex organisation. You will be a proven expert in the geotechnical field with a sound knowledge of relevant legislation, structural design and other geotechnical facets that are unique to Canterbury.

About the role | Ko te mahi nei

This role will allow you to lead industry working groups and projects that will shape not only yours but the city's future.

As a senior professional advisor, you will provide an unparalleled level of knowledge to various stakeholders on issues relating to the MBIE Guidance, NZ Building Code and Building Act. This is a senior position; it allows you to take true ownership and provide an essential service to the Canterbury community. Enjoy the variety of working on large pivotal projects within the city and smaller-scale projects from within the wider community.

Join an organisation offering many staff benefits and get satisfaction from making a difference for the City and the wider community working on challenging and complex projects. You will work in a vibrant office environment and receive plenty of professional and personal development opportunities while working within an inclusive and collaborative team of industry experts who support each other.

Are you passionate about creating a better future? Find out what's possible, apply today.

What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe?

Want To Be Involved In Shaping Your City? Here At The Council We Know Our Strength Comes From Our People, Working Together As One Team To Create Results. When You Join Us, You're Getting Involved First Hand, And Contributing To Crafting The Christchurch Community. You Will Also Benefit From

• Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave.
• Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
• Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.

If this sounds like an interesting opportunity, you think you have what it takes and want to get involved in shaping our City then please apply today.

Additional Information | Ko ētahi atu kōrero

At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.

We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us at ***email_hidden***

• Hours of work - 37.5 - 40 hours per week
• Position - Fulltime Permanent
• Location - This position is primarily based at 53 Hereford Street, Christchurch
• Salary - The salary band for this position goes from $135,907 to $151,008 per annum based on a 40 hour week. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.
• Closing Date - 29th July 2026

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.