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Field Technician - Project Based

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Field Technician - Project Based
Tonkin & Taylor

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Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Classification symbol Engineering
Job posted on July 2, 2025
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Job Description:

Kickstart Your Career in the civil industry with Geotechnics!

Are you someone who thrives outdoors, isn't afraid to get your hands dirty, and is keen to build a strong foundation in fieldwork? If so, we've got the perfect opportunity for you.

At Geotechnics, we're on the lookout for a Field Technician ready to dive into the world of geotechnical field testing. Whether you're fresh out of University or bringing hands-on experience, this role will immerse you in exciting infrastructure projects across Auckland while building your skills from the ground up.

  • What You'll Be Doing:Conducting geotechnical field testing, sampling, and monitoring ground conditions
  • Operating soil sampling and testing equipment (some heavy gear involved!)
  • Performing environmental monitoring and civil lab testing
  • Collecting, entering, and processing data accurately
  • Collaborating with engineers and clients to ensure high-quality project outcomes
  • Performing all work in accordance with our IANZ accreditation and project management system


What You'll Bring to the Team:

  • A full, clean NZ driver's licence
  • NCEA Level 3 (or higher), Bachelor of Science preferred (Geology, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science).
  • Physical stamina (able to lift 20kg+ regularly) and a love of outdoor work
  • Some prior field or technical experience is a bonus-but we'll train the right person
  • Confidence with digital tools like Excel and Word
  • A can-do attitude, great time management, and top-notch communication
  • A mindset geared toward learning, adapting, and collaborating


Why Geotechnics? We're proud to deliver first class, efficient solutions -with offices all over the country and a passionate team that's just as down-to-earth as they are driven. Our teams are outdoorsy, dynamic and big on culture. Here's what you can look forward to:

  • A social club and team events
  • A $750 annual well-being allowance because your health matters
  • A company vehicle and mobile phone plan to support you on the job
  • Access to mentoring, professional development, and study support
  • A workplace where innovation, ideas, and initiative are celebrated


We have a great reputation within the marketplace through our belief in our core values of Care, Empowerment, Ingenuity, Integrity and Fun.

About Us Geotechnics Ltd is a specialist testing company supporting New Zealand's civil, geotechnical, and environmental engineering industries. With offices across the country-including Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and more-we're at the forefront of shaping Aotearoa's infrastructure.

How to Apply

Apply online by clicking the Apply Now button or for more information on Geotechnics Ltd, go to . For more information on our careers go to www.tonkintaylor.co.nz/careers.

We are proud to be an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer, a member of Diversity Works, and Partners of TupuToa and Pūhoro STEM Academy.

We particularly encourage speakers of Te Reo Māori or Pasifika languages to apply.

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