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Graduate Engineering Geologist - Auckland 

Are you a recent graduate (or expecting to complete your studies in 2025) with a Bachelors or Master of Science, Majoring in Geology 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 Engineering Geologists do? 

Our Graduate Engineering Geologists conduct site investigations across the upper North Island and across the country analysing complex geological formations. Your insights will directly impact major infrastructure projects, ensuring they begin with a thorough understanding of the geological risks and opportunities.  

You will be working out of our brand-new Auckland office located in New Market right next to the Auckland Domain. We are surrounded by bespoke cafés, restaurants, the Auckland Domain, Auckland War Memorial Museum and Westfield New Market. So, whether you’re craving a coffee, eager to delve into history or simply want to indulge in retail therapy, everything you need is just steps away! 

Our team have been involved in diverse projects across the Auckland region. Our portfolio spans a wide spectrum from large scale endeavours such as extensive underwater pipeline investigations covering kilometres or more localised initiatives like overseeing the construction of retaining walls for cycle paths. This multifaceted approach allows us to contribute significantly to the development and enhancement of Auckland’s infrastructure. 

Your day-to-day tasks may include:  

• Site investigations, including hand investigation and supervising machine investigation carried out by sub-contractors.
• Observations of ground conditions during construction to ensure they match our assumptions made in design.
• Creating ground models and reports.
• Desktop studies based on existing available information.
• Inputting into 3-D geological models, and GIS models.

What you’ll bring  

You will be a recent graduate:

• With a degree in Geology or Engineering Geologist.
• Be proactive and enjoy being in the field.
• Have strong writing skills to communicate your investigations.
• Ideally experienced in GIS and 3D geology modelling.

To be eligible to apply you must: 

• Be a recent graduate or due to complete your studies in 2025.
• 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. 

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