Tonkin + Taylor

Supporting future professionals is an important element of our Purpose to create and sustain a better world together, and our people are passionate about inspiring innovation every step of the way, starting in schools and universities. Kavita Khanna, Executive Leader—People + Workplace, was recently recognised as one of the recipients of The University of Auckland Business School's 2024 Supporter of the Year Awards. Her involvement has been multifaceted, ranging from presenting guest lectures and being part of panel discussions to attending ‘Meet the Industry’ sessions and hosting Human Resource Management projects here at Tonkin + Taylor. She has also provided showcase opportunities and fostered industry connections through her roles at Tonkin + Taylor and HRNZ as National President. Kavita recently supported the Business School’s accreditation journey and is an active member of the UoA Advisory Group with HRNZ. Kavita says the most rewarding part of her involvement is knowing she’s doing her bit for the next generation of HR professionals: “Thank you to the University of Auckland for the opportunity to do so and to Tonkin + Taylor and HRNZ for supporting this mahi.” Tonkin + Taylor is proud to support industry pathways by partnering with The University of Auckland and the University of Canterbury, providing support and active engagement from our people, with Simonne Eldridge, Executive Leader of Clients + Brands as the Chair of the Faculty Advisory Board at The University of Auckland Faculty of Engineering. Read more about how we support STEM careers: https://lnkd.in/gkxNJiK8

Great to see one of our Pavement Engineers, Farid Khayyer, speaking at a recent Australian Society for Concrete Pavements forum! Learn more about Farid, and Tonkin + Taylor's pavements team in Australia, in our latest article in The Groundbreakers series: https://lnkd.in/gir8hS2S

We’re passionate about building a better, more sustainable future – starting with our own spaces. Our Pōneke Wellington office fit-out has been awarded a 6 Green Star – Interiors NZ V1.10 Certified Built Rating from the NZGBC. This prestigious rating signifies ‘world leadership’ in sustainable office design and reflects our commitment to creating and sustaining a better world. Our Victoria Street building was evaluated on management, indoor environment quality, energy, water, materials, transport, emissions, acoustics and innovation. Hannah Kelly, Environmental Consultant, says the 6 Green Star certification recognises our commitment to continually improving and the great work the team has done to create a healthy workspace for our people. “The rating considered how we reused furniture, engaged with our people, provided great amenities and spaces and used ECA-licensed carpet and paints. It also recognises our negotiations to install EV charging points so we can upgrade our fleet to EVs. This demonstrates to our Pōneke clients that we are committed to our sustainability journey to design, build, fit-out and relocate our people, embedding sustainability in everything we do.” Thank you to our Green Star Accredited Professional Patrick Stone at TM Consultants Ltd, the designers and project managers at Unispace, and our technical experts at Tonkin + Taylor contributed to waste management, acoustics, health and safety, and sustainable procurement strategies. #sustainability #greenstar #greenbuildings #officefitout Helen Croad, Hugh Cherrill

As we continue our Groundbreakers series, we’re proud to introduce Farid Khayyer, Principal Geotechnical & Pavements Engineer at Tonkin + Taylor, based in Australia. With over 16 years of experience in projects ranging from roads and highways to industrial slabs, Farid is dedicated to delivering practical, sustainable solutions. From contributing to key projects like the North East Link to championing the use of recycled materials and efficient construction methods, Farid’s thoughtful approach makes a tangible difference. Want to learn more about Farid’s journey and how our team is working to support infrastructure projects across Australia? Read his story and see how we’re building resilient, future-focused pavements: https://lnkd.in/gir8hS2S #PavementEngineering #Sustainability #EngineeringExcellence #TheGroundbreakers #TonkinTaylor #MeetOurTeam

A Tale of Skink Relocation and Habitat Rehabilitation Our Tonkin + Taylor ecologists have been undertaking important work, relocating skinks from Mount Messenger and Tāhunanui Back Beach project sites to their safe and humble new abodes. In Taranaki, our team and local iwi celebrated the translocation of three striped skinks to predator-free Rotokare sanctuary. Striped skinks aren’t often seen in the wild, and the team was proud to be part of the journey to return this taonga home. Meanwhile, our Nelson team successfully relocated 88 Northern Grass Skinks to a nearby site to support Nelson City Council's work to remove contaminated sawdust from Tāhunanui back beach. Read more and get in touch with our experts for a comprehensive range of Ecology and Water Science services: https://lnkd.in/gsf96CUC Sam Mulcock, Ashleigh Johnston #ecology #wildlife #habitat

Our latest podcast episode is live today! Our experts discuss the complexities of the energy transition with perspectives from Azerbaijan, Germany, Singapore and New Zealand. https://hubs.la/Q02ZwZsW0 We hear from Peter Struck Senior Project Manager at HPC AG; Ilkin HAJI Founder & Executive Director, Sustainera Solutions; Andrew Young Group CEO, EnviroSolutions & Consulting (ESC); and Scott Thomas Solar Sector Lead and Geotechnical Consultant, Tonkin + Taylor. They discuss in two separate sections focused on Europe and Asia-Pacific, the unique aspects of energy projects in their respective regions, helping to paint a picture of this nuanced topic across the globe. Listen in the link above or directly on any podcast player including: Apple: https://hubs.la/Q02ZwZBp0 Spotify: https://hubs.la/Q02ZwL1l0 Anew Global Consulting, ANTEA Brasil, Antea Group USA, Ayrton Group, Baden Consulting, denxpert EHS&S software , EnviroSolutions & Consulting , HPC AG, Sustainera Solutions, Tonkin + Taylor, Phil Dillard #InogenAlliance #EnergyTransition #Environmentalconsulting #EHS #ESG #renewableenergy #climateaction #climateresilience #internationalbusiness #podcast

Explore the complexities of climate-related disclosures (CRD) in our second webinar 'Understanding Metrics + Targets' with expert practitioners, James Hughes, Marta Karlik-Neale, and Jeska McHugh from McHugh & Shaw. This webinar will explore metrics and target setting, focusing on GHG emissions covering Scopes 1, 2, and 3, including science-based target setting. We will also touch on the emerging practice of resilience metrics and targets. These webinars will be useful for all organisations that are required to or plan to prepare CRDs, especially those entering year two of the NZ disclosure regime. Topics include understanding metrics and targets, assessing financial impacts, and transition planning. Don’t miss the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and strengthen your organisation’s sustainability journey. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gSvDZ_eb

Roll up your sleeves and put on your hard hats – November is Safe Digging Month in New Zealand, an initiative from beforeUdig. It’s all about raising awareness and educating those digging up the ground on the steps to work safely and avoid damaging utility cables and pipes at a work site. Breaking ground is one of our critical risks, and we spoke to some of our people about our internal Breaking Ground Procedure (BGP) and how it keeps them safe. Goldie B., Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor, says the BGP helps us consider far more than just getting home safe. “It’s a holistic approach to ensure we respect everything around us from protected trees to recognised archaeological sites, to checking local volcanic risk and to the invisible hazards like underground and overhead services. Because all these items are often ‘out of sight’, they’re also commonly ‘out of mind’. The BGP is a useful tool to remind us of the unseen before we accidentally discover them.” Scott Thomas, Geotechnical Consultant, says the BGP is a thorough document that provides a high level of protection for our people, assets, and equipment - and we should be proud of it! “It protects and assists us in delivering well for our people, clients, and asset providers. We are taking a duty of care, and a holistic approach to the hazard,” Scott says. It may be Safe Digging Month, but we want to spread awareness daily, one shovel at a time. Check out some resources to keep you safe: www.beforeUdig.co.nz

We were pleased to be a major sponsor of the 5th International Conference on Transportation Geotechnics (ICTG) held in Sydney this week. The conference brought together academics and engineering professionals from around the world, encouraging valuable discussions in transportation geotechnics. Several of our geotechnical engineers from across New Zealand and Australia attended, engaging with the latest advancements and innovative solutions in the field. Razel Ramilo, Technical Director, shared her experience: “The conference was a great mix of insightful lectures and innovative ideas. The keynote lectures, especially the heritage lecture by Prof. Buddhima Indraratna, AM, FTSE on the fluidisation of soft soil during cyclic loading, were absolutely captivating.” Razel presented her paper, “Peka Peka to Otaki Expressway: Design and Performance of the Embankment Construction on Soft Soil,” detailing the project's technical aspects, challenges, and solutions. Conference highlights included presentations on underground tunnelling, geotechnical asset maintenance, pavement stabilisation with geosynthetics, and the impacts of climate change on transportation infrastructure. Sessions on ground improvement and digital engineering in large projects demonstrated the industry's forward momentum. Discussions on UAVs for bridge condition monitoring and offshore wind farm projects were particularly exciting, showcasing the integration of advanced technologies in geotechnics. Tonkin + Taylor remains committed to driving innovation and excellence in transportation geotechnics. To learn more about our innovative geotechnical solutions and explore our case studies, please visit our website. #ICTG2024

We are pleased to announce that Bligh Tanner will join the Tonkin + Taylor Group family on January 31, 2025.   Bligh Tanner is a specialist service provider in civil, environmental, water, and structures engineering consultancy, based in Queensland, NSW and Victoria. These specialisations will complement our existing portfolio, bringing in expertise and highly skilled professionals to further strengthen our capabilities, presence, and client service offerings across Australasia.   Dr Tim Fisher, Tonkin + Taylor Group Managing Director says this merger is strongly aligned with our long-term vision and commitment to resilient, sustainable infrastructure and environmental solutions for our clients, partners, and communities.   “The expertise Bligh Tanner brings is a great fit with our Group’s expertise, adding specialised capabilities and strengthening our presence in Australia. Together, we can bring added value to our clients and continue to deliver a high level of service.”   This merger reaffirms our commitment to delivering built and natural environment solutions that meet the demands of today’s dynamic market so that together we create and sustain a better world.   Please join us in warmly welcoming our new partners!    Read more about the Tonkin + Taylor Group merger with Bligh Tanner: https://lnkd.in/gqQYkNwe