Geotechnical Team Leader

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Kirk Roberts Consulting is looking for an experienced Geotechnical Team Leader to head the Queenstown office, delivering investigations, design and reporting for residential and land development projects while mentoring a high performing team and strengthening client relationships. This role blends technical leadership with people management within a close knit national geotechnical group, in a region famed for its outdoor lifestyle and growth. The successful candidate will lead projects from investigation through completion, uphold high technical and safety standards, and help drive regional expansion. To apply, submit your CV and a tailored cover letter that demonstrates 10+ years’ NZ experience, a BEng Civil Geotechnical, leadership capability, and foundations, slope stability and ground improvement expertise; CPEng preferred. Confirm NZ domicile or valid work visa and explain why Queenstown appeals.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join our Queenstown office to lead our geotechnical team, and support the delivery of a strong pipeline in residential and land development projects across the region.

Based in Queenstown, you will enjoy working in one of our most spectacular locations, offering easy access to mountains, lakes and year-round outdoor activities, all while building your career in a thriving and fast-growing region.

This is a key role within a small, close-knit team that forms part of our wider national geotechnical team. If you’re looking for that next step in your career and enjoy people management, or you are an experienced Team Lead that enjoys leading projects, working with clients, and want to further develop our high performing team, then we would like to hear from you.

About the role

As our Team Leader, you’ll lead and deliver geotechnical investigations, design, and reporting for a range of residential and commercial development projects. Provide technical leadership, project direction and mentorship to the team, ensuring high-quality, practical and cost-effective solutions for our clients.

Working closely with our Regional Manager to continue driving the success and growth of the Queenstown region.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading geotechnical project delivery from investigation through to completion

• Providing technical input and review on a variety of projects

• Mentoring and developing our geotechnical team

• Maintain and develop client relationships

• Upholding high standards of technical quality, safety, and delivery

We offer

A supportive and collaborative team environment, competitive remuneration, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional growth and development. By joining our team, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, excellence, and work-life balance.

About you

Technically strong engineer who takes pride in delivering high-quality outcomes and supporting others to do the same. You enjoy developing others, while maintaining strong client relationships and driving project success.

• BEng (Civil) or equivalent specialising in Geotechnical

• 10+ years’ experience, including at least 5 years’ experience within New Zealand

• Demonstrated leadership experience and the ability to mentor and guide others

• CPEng (preferred)

• Strong technical and analytical skills, with sound judgement in practical application

• Proven experience in shallow and deep foundations, slope stability, retaining structures, and ground improvement

• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, empathy for others, sociable and friendly, with a positive drive and resilience

About us

Kirk Roberts Consulting is a multi-disciplinary consultancy providing Structural, Geotechnical, Fire, Civil and Environmental Engineering Services, plus Architecture and Engineering Software to a range of clients across New Zealand, from our offices in Christchurch, Queenstown, Auckland, Hamilton, and Tauranga.

At Kirk Roberts the heart of our business is innovation and finding a better way is why we exist.  Our company was founded to challenge the norm and push boundaries, so we can bring our clients advanced engineering, project management and software solutions that drive efficiencies. 

To apply

Please send us your latest CV and covering letter, and you are welcome to include any other documents you feel relevant to your application. Please note, that all applicants must be domiciled in New Zealand and be eligible for permanent employment in NZ, with either a NZ Passport, residency, or current work visa.