Contaminated Land / Geo-Environmental Specialist - Christchurch, NZ

• National delivery role shaping contaminated land services across New Zealand

• Lead site investigations, risk assessments and remediation projects with a Specialist Geotechnical consultancy

• Christchurch or Auckland based

We are seeking an experienced and driven Contaminated Land Specialist to join our established and growing geotechnical group in New Zealand.
 

This is a national role, responsible for leading and growing our contaminated land capability across NZ while delivering high-quality technical outcomes for our clients. The role can be based in Christchurch or Auckland, with strong collaboration across our Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington and Bay of Plenty teams.

The Opportunity
 

As our Contaminated Land Specialist, you will:

• Lead the delivery of contaminated land and geo-environmental projects across New Zealand

• Provide technical leadership and oversight on complex and high-profile projects

• Work closely with our established geotechnical teams to deliver integrated ground engineering and environmental solutions

• Build and strengthen internal relationships across offices to enhance collaboration and project outcomes

• Support business development, client engagement and capability growth

This is an opportunity to shape a national service offering within a long-established specialist consultancy.

About You

You will be a contaminated land / geo-environmental professional with:

• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in contaminated land assessment and remediation within a consulting context

• Extensive experience preparing Preliminary Site Investigations, Detailed Site Investigations, Site Management Plans, Remedial Action Plans and Validation Reports

• Proven ability to lead projects and manage client relationships

• Demonstrated capability in building strong internal and external relationships

• Experience working within New Zealand regulatory frameworks
  
   

CEnvP (Contaminated Land Specialist) or CPEng (Environmental/Geotechnical) and being able to operate as a suitably qualified and experienced practitioner (SQEP) under the NES will be highly regarded.

Why Join Us?
 

You’ll be part of a respected and growing geotechnical group with national reach, working on diverse and technically challenging projects. We offer:

• A collaborative and technically strong team environment

• National project exposure

• Leadership opportunities with real influence

• Autonomous and entrepreneurial culture 

• Professional development and career progression

• A flexible work environment that supports your personal and professional goals

If you’re ready to take a leading role in shaping contaminated land services across New Zealand, we’d love to hear from you.

 What We Offer:

• Work-Life balance: We help you create space for other important aspects of your life with flexible work arrangements, study breaks, and leave purchase plans, allowing you to enjoy up to 8 weeks of annual leave per year!

• Diverse project opportunities: Work on a wide range of projects across various clients and sectors, keeping your experience fresh and engaging.

• Professional growth: Access ongoing development opportunities, including coaching from our approachable technical experts and support for professional memberships.

• Recognition & reward: Be part of our reward and recognition program that celebrates your contributions and achievements.

• Employee ownership: Participate in our employee stock purchase plan and share in the company’s success.

• Paid parental leave: Enjoy paid parental leave for both primary and secondary caregivers.

• Wellbeing support: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available to all staff and their immediate families.