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Geotechnical Rope Technician

Trademe

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Job typeFull-time
Workplace typeOnsite
Experience levelNo experience limit
Education levelNo degree limit

Description

Summary: Join a high-performing team as a Geotechnical/Geohazard Rope Technician, delivering safe, high-quality stabilization and drilling operations for critical infrastructure. Highlights: 1. Meaningful, hands-on work with a respected industry leader 2. Opportunity to grow skills within a specialist geotechnical environment 3. Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety and professionalism * Carry out rope-access drilling, soil nailing and slope stabilisation * Work safely at heights in steep, remote environments * Contribute to long-term infrastructure projects within a high-performing team. Our client is expanding its capability in the region ahead of major upcoming roading and infrastructure projects. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing crew working on some of New Zealand's most technically challenging and rewarding terrain. We are seeking skilled Geotechnical / Geohazard Rope Technicians who take pride in safe, high-quality work and want to be part of long-term infrastructure projects that genuinely make a difference. Whether you're already established in geotechnical rope access, or an experienced rope access technician ready to step into the ground engineering space, this role offers meaningful, hands-on work with a respected industry leader. About the Role: As a Geohazard Rope Technician, you will play a key role in delivering safe, high quality stabilisation and drilling operations. Your work will support the protection and resilience of critical infrastructure throughout Northland. You will be involved in: * Rope-access drilling and soil nailing operations * Mesh installation, shotcrete application and grout production * Slope stabilisation and geohazard mitigation activities * Interpreting drawings and following site instructions * Maintaining high safety standards and contributing to continuous improvement * Working in remote outdoor environments and travelling to various project sites This is hands-on, technical work suited to someone who enjoys physical challenges, problem solving and working as part of a tightknit team. About You: We're looking for someone who brings a strong mix of experience, attitude and capability: * Experience in geotechnical drilling, slope stabilisation or rope-access construction * IRATA Level 1 or higher (or equivalent rope-access competency) is highly desirable * Comfortable working at heights and in steep, remote environments * Physically fit, safety focused and committed to high quality workmanship * Able to read and follow site drawings and technical instructions * A team player with strong communication skills and a proactive mindset * Willingness to travel to project sites across Northland and occasionally wider NZ Technicians with 5-10 years' experience in geohazard or ground engineering environments are strongly encouraged to apply. Why apply now? * Potential in opportunities for geohazard rope technicians in upcoming long-term project pipelines in the Northland region. * Secure, ongoing work aligned to major infrastructure investment * Opportunity to grow your skills within a specialist geotechnical environment * Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety and professionalism * Remuneration will be aligned with experience, capability and the value you bring to the team, and will be discussed openly with shortlisted candidates. Apply Now: If you're a dedicated Geohazard Rope Technician - or an experienced rope access worker ready to step into geotechnical operations - we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why this type of work motivates you. Recruit NZ, part of People Inc Group, specialises in recruitment for small to medium local NZ businesses and has been New Zealand's premier recruitment agency since 2008.

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