Graduate Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist

Graduate Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist - Hamilton

About Us:

Babbage Consultants is a 100% New Zealand-owned multidisciplinary consultancy shaping the built environment with tailored, practical, and sustainable solutions. Our expertise spans 17 disciplines, including Geotechnical Engineering, Civil, Structural, Building Services, Architecture, Environmental, and Project Management, providing seamless, coordinated delivery across project lifecycles.

As our Geotechnical team continues to grow, we’re expanding in Hamilton and looking for an experienced Engineering Geologist or Geotechnical Engineer to join our newly established team. This is an opportunity to play a key role in building our presence in the Waikato while delivering high-quality, practical engineering solutions.

The Role

You’ll contribute across a range of geotechnical and engineering geology projects, supporting delivery from investigation through to design and construction:

• Hand auguring and logging soil, in situ testing of soil using hand held equipment, monitoring drill rigs and logging recovered core, geological mapping, etc.
• Prepare ground models and geotechnical reports
• Schedule and review geotechnical laboratory testing and analyse results
• Assist in developing solutions to a range of geotechnical engineering problems
• Undertake geotechnical design and prepare construction and/or contract documentation
• Support QA for earthworks and construction monitoring, including liaison with clients, contractors, and regulators
• Manage fieldwork undertaken by others and ensure quality assurance of completed work
• Manage assigned projects, delivering on time and within budget

What You’ll Bring

• A strong understanding of Geotechnical Engineering project operations, with a solid grounding in Geology. A post-graduate degree would be an advantage
• Experience across both technical and practical aspects of geotechnical investigations, geological mapping, and data interpretation
• Proven ability to analyse test data and prepare geological ground models, geotechnical reports and design solutions
• A degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, or Geology (BE or BSc)
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A sound knowledge of current computer-based design processes
• Ability to prioritise, manage workflows, and work independently

Why Babbage?

You’ll work on technically challenging projects across the Waikato, and further New Zealand in a collaborative, supportive team. With a focus on practical experience, innovation, and professional growth, your work will make a real impact on clients and communities. Plus;

• Exposure to other disciplines & work alongside industry leaders
• Guidance and support for professional registration (EngNZ)
• A fun, active social club, where colleagues are mates!
• Great career progression with long term employee shareholding opportunities
• Competitive salary package

Apply Now! Apply via the appropriate link or through our website. Please address your CV and cover letter to Lucy Lyttelton – Talent Acquisition Partner.

More info: www.babbage.co.nz