About the Role
As a Project Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist, you will work as part of our technical delivery team, managing and delivering a broad range of geotechnical projects across investigation, assessment, design and reporting.
Key responsibilities include:
Deliver geotechnical investigations, assessments, designs and reports
Develop and refine ground models and technical interpretations
Manage projects or significant components of larger projects
Review and support work completed by graduate and early-career staff
Communicate clearly with clients and project stakeholders
Take responsibility for programme, budget and quality outcomes
Work in accordance with company quality, health, safety and environmental systems
Support mentoring and development of junior staff
Actively engaging in professional development and CPD
Build relationships with clients and contribute to work winning
You’ll work with experienced professionals who provide support and feedback as needed, while you continue to develop confidence, capability and professional judgement.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Civil / Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology
Typically 4–10 years relevant geotechnical experience
Eligible for, progressing toward, or already holding Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or Professional Engineering Geologist status (PEngGeol)
Strong understanding of geotechnical investigation, ground modelling, analysis and reporting
Ability to deliver technically sound work with minimal supervision
Good IT capability, including strong use of Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and Word), confidence working with data, and ability to use or learn specialist geotechnical, CAD and analysis software
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage your own workload, priorities and deadlines
Project management experience
Commitment to quality systems, safe work practices and professional standards
Full NZ driver’s license and ability to undertake site work
Eligibility to work in New Zealand
About the Company
Gibb Ritchie is a specialist geotechnical consultancy built around capable people doing meaningful work. We want thoughtful, engaged engineers and geologists who care about doing things well — people who enjoy tackling complex ground problems, taking ownership of their work, and contributing positively to clients and project teams.
You’ll be part of a supportive, experienced team that backs you to develop both technically and as a consultant. We offer real project responsibility (with appropriate guidance), exposure to interesting and challenging work, and a culture that values judgement, personal growth and good engineering.
What we offer
At Gibb Ritchie, we want good people to do good work and build strong careers. When you join us, you can expect:
Meaningful Work & Real Responsibility
Work on interesting and technically challenging projects, with opportunities to take ownership of outcomes appropriate to your level of experience.
Professional Development & Career Growth
We are committed to developing capable consultants as well as strong technical professionals. This includes mentoring, structured progression and support toward Chartered status or Professional Engineering Geologist registration.
Supportive, Experienced Team
A collaborative environment where good judgement, clear thinking and quality engineering are valued and supported.
Clear Technical Pathway
Exposure to robust ground modelling, geotechnical design, risk communication and practical engineering outcomes that build confidence and capability.
Client Exposure & Consulting Skills
Guidance and opportunities to develop client relationships, communication skills and consulting judgement as your career progresses.
Strong Professional Standards
Well-structured systems that support high-quality work, safety and good engineering practice.
Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience and capability
Structured professional development planning
Financial and mentoring support toward professional registration (CPEng / CMEngNZ / PEngGeol)
Paid professional membership support (where appropriate)
Opportunities to work across a variety of interesting project types
Responsibility and trust as capability grows
Modern digital working environment
Flexible working arrangements where practical
Supportive team culture and approachable leadership
Genuine long-term career pathway within a growing specialist consultancy