Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist

Shape your future with T+T in one of New Zealand's most beautiful regions

At Tonkin + Taylor, we're more than just an environmental and engineering consultancy. We're a team of passionate people committed to making a positive impact. Whether you're designing resilient infrastructure, solving complex ground challenges, or contributing to climate-resilient communities, your work here truly matters.

Why Nelson?
Imagine finishing a day in the field or office and heading straight to the beach, mountain biking through world-class trails, or enjoying local vineyards. Nelson offers a rare balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle, with a vibrant arts scene, sunshine-filled days, and easy access to the great outdoors.

We're offering:
An amazing location with a great work-life balance
Relocation assistance may be available for the successful candidate outside of the region
A friendly, connected community and collaborative office environment
A supportive, inclusive, and welcoming culture
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist to join our well-established Nelson team.
You'll work closely with experts across the country on a range of challenging projects. It's the best of both worlds: local variety and national exposure, contributing to projects across Aotearoa and the Pacific while being based in Nelson.
You'll be joining a collaborative local team while working alongside technical specialists across New Zealand.

Typical work includes:
Slope stability and retaining wall design
Foundation assessments and ground improvement
Site investigations and earthworks
Infrastructure, transport, land development, and resilience-focused projects
About You
You'll be curious, collaborative, and client-focused, with a practical approach to problem-solving.

Ideally you'll bring:
A Bachelor of Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, or related qualification
Experience delivering geotechnical investigations and design
Experience managing projects and working with clients
Working toward (or holding) CPEng or PEngGeol
A passion for delivering quality work and making a positive impact in your community
What We Offer
At T+T, we invest in our people because they are key to our success.

You'll enjoy:
Professional development and mentoring towards CPEng or PEngGeol
Flexible working options and the opportunity to purchase additional leave
Long service leave and health and wellbeing initiatives
Shareholding opportunities - become a part-owner in a 100% employee-owned company
National project exposure with the freedom and lifestyle of Nelson
A vibrant social culture with events, activities, and community involvement
Why T+T?
At Tonkin + Taylor, our technical specialists are trusted advisors to government, councils, and private enterprise. We're proudly employee-owned, with a values-driven culture focused on being the Best to Work For, the Best to Work With, and the Best at What We Do.

Find out more

For more information about this role or to learn about life at T+T, visit our website, or reach out to our recruitment team.

Tonkin + Taylor is not only a place to work - it's a place where you can find your future!

'Everyone Matters' is one of our three core values at Tonkin + Taylor, and we are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that fosters inclusion, participation, and equal opportunity. We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Job Details
Reference #
37388
Posted on
03 Aug 2026
Closes on
04 Sep 2026 12:00
Location(s)
Nelson
Expertise
Geotechnical Engineering
Job level(s)
Intermediate / Professional (5-10), Senior (10-15)
Work type(s)
Permanent, Full Time

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