Graduate Geotechnical Engineer - Transport or Water (Feb 2027)

Graduate Geotechnical Engineer - Hastings

Are you a recent graduate (or expecting to complete your studies in 2026) with a relevant Geotechnical Engineering Qualification (BE Civil or similar) and aspirations to develop and grow in a collaborative and supportive environment, then join Stantec's Graduate Programme!

We are a reputable global consulting firm and provide plenty of opportunities for aspiring and upcoming engineering professionals to work on a wide range of exciting projects.

Fantastic perks we provide:

• Engineering NZ accredited 2-year graduate development programme.
• Up to NZD 69,000 base salary with company benefits on top such as insurances, spot bonuses banking discounts etc.
• You will be connected to our international Young Professionals Group Network with opportunities for training and networking across New Zealand and Australia.
• You will be supported through your Engineering New Zealand Accreditation and mentored for your own personal career development.
• Possibility to travel overseas via a developing professional's exchange
• Flexible working environments and excellent employee benefits

What do our Graduate Geotechnical Engineers do?

Our Hastings based Graduate Geotechnical Engineer will be a vital contributor to a range of projects delivering improved outcomes for our community including essential cyclone recovery works.

The Hastings Wastewater Treatment Plant is an example-collaborative design and effective engagement with local tangata whenua created a solution that was environmentally friendly and cost-effective. The unique configuration of treatment processes for the no sludge solution led to a sustainability award for the team.

Our commitment to sustainability shines through in all we do, and we aim to support the environment through our charitable and volunteer efforts too. It's all part of preserving the beautiful backdrop that we enjoy ourselves-whether it be hiking, mountain biking, fishing, swimming or surfing.

Day to day tasks would involve:

• Working alongside other junior, intermediate and senior geotechnical staff.
• Assisting with site inspections, field investigations and construction supervision.
• Producing ground models and geotechnical reports.
• Geotechnical design and analysis including foundation designs, retaining wall designs, slope assessments etc.
• Delivering geotechnical project inputs to the agreed outputs on budget, on time and to agreed quality standards.

What you will bring

You'll be as committed as we are to improving the communities, we live in. We're seeking individuals who thrive on thinking outside the box. Your ability to come up with fresh ideas and contribute to practical design solutions will be invaluable.

You will have a Qualification in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology with a passion for transportation and infrastructure design.

• To be eligible to apply you must:
• Be a recent graduate or due to complete your studies in 2026.
• Have a full clean current driving licence.
• Working Rights: Student Visa (convertible to post study open work visa), Permanent Resident, Citizen.

Application Advice and Tips

• Refer to our CV and Cover Letter advice on Prosple.
• We will let you know once this opportunity opens!

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites approximately 28,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.