Graduate Engineering Geologist - Transport, Wellington

Are you a recent graduate (or soon to graduate in 2026) with a Bachelors or Master of Science, Majoring in Geology? Do you aspire to develop and grow in a collaborative and supportive environment, then join Stantec’s 2026-2027 Graduate Programme and kickstart your career with us!

Fantastic perks:

• Engineering NZ Accredited: 2-year graduate development programme.
• Competitive Salary: NZD74,000 base salary plus benefits such as spot bonuses, banking discounts, and an extra day's leave.
• Insurance: Receive a range of insurances including health cover through Southern Cross Medical Insurance
• Global Network: Connect with our international Developing Professionals Group for training and networking across New Zealand and Australia.
• Professional Support: Get mentored for your Engineering New Zealand Accreditation and personal career development.
• Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy flexible working hours and excellent employee benefits.

What do our Graduate Engineering Geologists do?

As a Graduate Engineering Geologist in our Transport team based in our Wellington office, you will join a friendly and collaborative team and support clients 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. 

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. 

Your Role:

• Work across the entire project lifecycle, from concept to design and construction monitoring (onsite).
• Gain exposure to project management and client management.
• Join a large, nurturing, and diverse team that works on local, national and international projects. 
• Collaborate with and learn from national and international industry experts.

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       ·        Applications close 13^th April 2026

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 About Stantec

Stantec’s Transport team in New Zealand is proud to deliver accessible and reliable transport options that get people and freight from A to B. Our 220-strong team is proud to work with councils, private sector clients and asset owners with national and international reach. We advise and design across state highways, local roads, rail, ports and more, generating value through smart ideas, pragmatism, resilience, safety and efficient asset management. We’re focused on futureproofing our infrastructure and creating affordable and sustainable transport choices for our clients and communities.

We’ve been serving our clients and communities in Aotearoa New Zealand for over 125 years. With almost 900 professionals, our team is based in the main cities and throughout the regions. We collaborate across disciplines and sectors to bring buildings, energy, water, environmental, and transport projects to life.

Globally, Stantec unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

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