Graduate Geotechnical Engineer Programme 2027 - Napier

About Tonkin + Taylor

Tonkin + Taylor is a premier engineering and environmental consultancy in New Zealand, respected for its technical proficiency in addressing complex challenges. As an employee-owned firm, T+T is committed to fostering a better world through its collective efforts. The company emphasizes a supportive work culture, meaningful projects, and excellent work-life balance.

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join our Napier office starting early 2027. Napier offers an excellent lifestyle with short commutes, beautiful beaches, renowned vineyards, and expansive cycling trails, all contributing to a balanced professional and personal life. The role involves working on projects that enhance the region's infrastructure and community resilience, backed by support from T+T’s nationwide network.

Key Responsibilities & Work Environment

As a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer, you will engage with challenging and varied geological conditions, performing work such as landslide risk assessments and ground investigations to support regional development. Your contributions will directly protect communities and their environments.

Candidate Profile

We seek highly motivated and passionate recent graduates or final-year students ready to launch their careers in a leading consultancy. Ideal candidates possess:

• A Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), Master of Engineering, or PhD in Civil, Environmental, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field
• A strong interest in geotechnical engineering
• Excellent interpersonal skills and enthusiasm for collaborative and innovative work environments
• An inquisitive mindset with the ability to generate valuable solutions for clients
• A desire to grow technically and professionally within the consultancy sector

Learning and Development

Tonkin + Taylor offers an enriching learning atmosphere with access to expert colleagues, senior engineers, and scientists eager to mentor you from day one. You will have opportunities to attend internal and external training sessions and your professional memberships will be supported and funded. Our GO2027 graduate program facilitates your smooth transition into the workforce alongside peers from engineering and science disciplines.

Benefits and Workplace Culture

• Exposure to a broad spectrum of projects including large-scale alliances and smaller community-focused initiatives
• A nurturing team environment that encourages personalized career paths aligned with your goals
• Support for professional memberships and ongoing education
• Flexible work arrangements such as part-time options and the ability to purchase additional leave
• Access to mentoring and internal training programs
• An annual wellbeing allowance of $750 and participation in wellbeing initiatives
• An active and vibrant social club

T+T promotes flexible working practices designed to meet the needs of employees, clients, and communities, enhancing both work and life experiences.

Diversity and Inclusion

Tonkin + Taylor values diversity profoundly, reflecting it in our core value ‘Everyone Matters’. We are accredited by Immigration New Zealand and are members of Diversity Works, inviting applicants from all backgrounds.