Our Geotechnical team in Whangarei need an experienced and suitably qualified geotechnical engineer or engineering geologist. Working in and around Whangarei will involve you in projects around Northland but you can also become involved with projects driven from other offices.

Professional development is available in spades, from senior members of staff in Whangarei and across our other offices.  One of LDE’s key strengths is we encourage all our team to be involved and interested in other disciplines, and the development of the wider business.

LDE has experienced and continues to experience increased demand in regional development. We have recently moved into a new and bigger office to support the growing team.  

The benefits of working at LDE are:

• A company that genuinely lives and breathes work life harmony.
• Exposure to a large range of projects nationally.
• Start early, finish early – flexible hours, flexible environment, flexible management
• Loads of variety
• Technology driven company
• A friendly, fun and supportive work environment.
• An approachable and talented multi-disciplinary team.
• A chance for your opinion to matter.
• The ability to grow as an engineer and be involved with technically challenging and large projects, and;
• Inspirational leadership that genuinely cares about you.

About the role:

The successful applicant will be responsible for taking an autonomous, but inclusive, approach to project and client management, preparing plans, investigations and reports, managing project budgets and deliverables. Site visits would be undertaken as required depending on project requirements. There is a strong team to provide support but if you like autonomy you can make this role your own and genuinely contribute to your own future and ours.

What do you need:

Bachelor / Masters of Engineering (Civil) or Bachelor/ Masters of Science (Geology)

• 5+ years’ experience working with NZ Standards.
• Proficiency with industry standards and geotechnical software, e.g. Slide, Cliq, CPeT-IT
• Solid experience with geological and geomorphological assessments.
• The intention to work towards CPEng or PEngGeol would be advantageous

Personal attributes required include:

• Being client-focused.
• Having enthusiasm, confidence, initiative and a can-do attitude.
• Commercial awareness.

How to Apply:

Upload your letter of introduction and updated CV via this page OR email them directly to [email protected]

What happens then:

Your application will be acknowledged and you will be contacted promptly regarding its progress.