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GEOTECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR LAND DEVELOPMENT & SUBDIVISION
Independent, practical geotechnical support for Queenstown, Central Otago and Southland
I help land development and subdivision projects progress smoothly across Queenstown, Central Otago and Southland by providing clear, practical geotechnical input. My approach is straightforward: understand the site, communicate findings plainly, and recommend buildable solutions that align with local expectations so teams can move confidently from investigation to consent and construction.
Tom Goosey
A trusted, independent geotechnical consultant with 17 years’ experience across New Zealand and Australia, bringing a strong background in mining, civil construction and residential development. The past six years have been dedicated to Queenstown, Central Otago and Southland land development and subdivision, delivering practical, reliable engineering advice that helps projects get consented and built.
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Geotechnical investigation and reporting
Concise, compliant reporting to support resource and building consent applications, including GIR, GCR, Schedule 2A and NZS 3604 shallow soils investigations. I focus on clear findings and practicable recommendations so planners, designers and builders can proceed with confidence and minimal re-work.
Earthworks monitoring & certification
Independent monitoring and supervision of bulk earthworks, including site visits, subgrade inspections and engineering fill certification. I provide pragmatic guidance during construction to manage risk, validate design assumptions and keep works aligned with council and industry standard
Natural hazard assessments
Targeted assessment of key regional hazards, flooding, alluvial fans and slope stability, to inform site selection, subdivision layout and design. My advice pinpoints feasible mitigation options early, helping you manage consent risk and protect project viability.
Liquefaction assessments
Site-specific liquefaction screening and assessment, followed by practical foundation and/or ground improvement options suited to local soils and buildability constraints. Recommendations are framed for designers and contractors, balancing performance, constructibility and cost.
On-site stormwater & wastewater assessment and design
Residential stormwater and wastewater assessments with designs for on-site disposal systems. I coordinate investigations and provide clear design inputs to help you achieve workable, consentable outcomes on challenging sites.
