Auckland Geotechnical Experts

Soil & Rock Consultants provide professional geotechnical engineering and consulting services throughout Auckland. With more than 30 years of experience in New Zealand, our team supports residential, commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects, from initial site investigations through to design, construction and completion. 

With offices in Henderson and Parnell, our geotechnical engineers have experience working across the wider Auckland region, helping clients understand ground conditions, address site constraints, and make informed decisions throughout their projects.

Geotechnical Engineering & Consulting in Auckland

Every development site presents its own ground conditions, engineering challenges and considerations. Our geotechnical consultants in Auckland assess site conditions and provide practical, cost-effective recommendations to support safe, appropriate and efficient development.  

Our geotechnical services include:

  • Geotechnical investigations - Assessing subsurface conditions to identify potential ground-related constraints before development begins.

  • Geotechnical assessments - Evaluating site stability, soil conditions and potential hazards to support planning, design and development.

  • Geotechnical reporting - Preparing clear, project-specific reports with practical recommendations to inform design and consent applications.

  • Foundation design and recommendations - Providing geotechnical advice to support suitable foundation solutions for site conditions and proposed structures.

  • Slope stability and erosion assessments - Investigating unstable ground, slips, erosion and other land stability concerns.

  • Earthworks and construction monitoring - Providing site inspections, testing, monitoring and certification to support construction quality and compliance with geotechnical recommendations.

Whether you need a geotech engineer in Auckland for a residential development, commercial subdivision or complex infrastructure project, our team can provide technical expertise and support throughout the project lifecycle. 

Local Auckland Experience 

With more than 30 years of experience in the New Zealand geotechnical industry and an established presence in Auckland, Soil & Rock Consultants understand the varied ground conditions and development challenges encountered across the region. 

Our project experience includes land stability investigations, urban redevelopment, commercial subdivisions, transport infrastructure and supermarket developments. This breadth of experience allows us to tailor our investigations and recommendations to the specific requirements of each site. 

We have undertaken geotechnical investigations for Metlifecare – Pinesong, assessing land stability following a slip and developing a geotechnical model to inform remediation design and support a Building Consent application. 

At Glen Esk Stream, we were engaged by Auckland Council to assess bank stability and develop a hydrogeological model to evaluate runoff, flooding and potential scouring associated with proposed re-contoured slopes and gullies. 

Our work on the Freyburg Square Redevelopment in Auckland's CBD involved challenging ground conditions, including variable natural soils and several metres of non-engineered fill. Close inspection of foundation subgrades and ongoing coordination with project managers and contractors were essential to supporting the development. 

We have also undertaken investigations for the Fred Taylor Drive, Westgate commercial subdivision and roadway development, assessing geotechnical constraints and providing recommendations for land stability, earthworks, roading and retaining wall design.

 

Metlifecare – Pinesong

Soil & Rock Consultants were engaged to investigate a slip and assess the stability of the affected land. The investigation developed a geotechnical model of the site to inform land stability recommendations and slip remediation design, supporting the Building Consent application to Council. 

 
 

Glen Esk Stream

Engaged by Auckland Council, our team assessed the stability of stream banks and developed a hydrogeological model to evaluate runoff, flooding and potential scouring. The work included a desktop study, analysis of available information and walkover inspections to understand the site's terrain and inform recommendations for proposed slope and gully modifications. 

 
 

Freyburg Square Redevelopment - CBD

This complex city-centre redevelopment presented challenging ground conditions, with live underground services and highly variable subgrade materials, ranging from stiff natural soils to several metres of non-engineered fill. Our team carried out close inspections of foundation subgrades and maintained regular communication with project managers and contractors to support construction. 

 
 

Fred Taylor Drive, Westgate

Soil & Rock Consultants undertook geotechnical investigations for a proposed commercial subdivision and roadway development across two areas. The investigation established a geotechnical model to inform recommendations for land stability, earthworks, road construction and retaining wall design, while identifying potential geotechnical constraints to the proposed development.

 
 

Geotechnical Support From Investigation to Construction

Understanding ground conditions early can help identify potential risks, inform design decisions and reduce the likelihood of costly issues during construction. 

Our geotechnical engineers work alongside property owners, developers, architects, structural engineers, contractors and project managers to provide the information and advice needed at each stage of a project. 

From initial geotechnical investigation and reporting through to foundation recommendations, earthworks inspections and construction monitoring, we focus on providing clear, practical advice tailored to the site and the proposed development. 

For projects requiring a geotech inspection in Auckland, our team can provide appropriate site assessments and construction-stage support based on the specific requirements of the work. 

Talk to An Auckland Geotechnical Engineer 

Planning a residential development, commercial project, subdivision or infrastructure upgrade in Auckland? 

Soil & Rock Consultants can help with geotechnical investigations, site assessments, engineering reports, foundation recommendations, slope stability and construction monitoring. 

With offices in Henderson and Parnell, our team is well positioned to support projects throughout Auckland and the surrounding region. 

Contact our Auckland team to discuss your geotechnical requirements. 

 

Our Auckland Team

Executive Team

 

Chief Executive

MBA, NZCE (Mech)

Technical Director (Geotechnical)

BE (Civil), CPEng, CMEngNZ (Geotechnical)

Director

BSc (Geology)

 

Senior Engineers

 

Technical Director

CMEngNZ, CPEng, BE (Civil), NZCE

Principal Engineering Geologist

MSc (Engineering Geology) MEngSc (Geotech), CPEng

Senior Engineering Geologist

BSc (Geology & Geography)

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

BSc, MSc, MHKIE, MIStructE, CEng, CMEngNZ, CPEng

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

BEngTech (Civil)

 

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

BSCE (Civil Engineering)

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

NZDE (Civil), MEngNZ

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

BE (Civil), MEngSc (Geotech), CMEngNZ, CPEng

Senior Engineering Geologist

BSc (Geology)

Senior Geotechncial Engineer

MEng (Geo), BE (Civil)

 
 
 

Henderson

289 Lincoln Road

Henderson

Auckland 0610

Contact Details

Ph: (09) 835 1740

Email: info@soilandrock.co.nz

Parnell

Level 3, 272 Parnell Road

Parnell

Auckland 1052

Contact Details

Ph: (09) 835 1740

Email: info@soilandrock.co.nz