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Whangārei, Northland, New Zealand / Aotearoa
Hybrid
Available
Te whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
We continue to build on our successes in the NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi and local authority bridge management space. We're responsible for a range of assets across the wider Northland region, including bridges, culverts, retaining walls and river protection structures.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Structural Engineering Technician to join our Whangārei Civil Structures team and support the delivery of a diverse range of infrastructure projects, including:
New bridge and structural asset improvement projects
Life-extending strengthening and remediation works
Upgrades of existing structures to meet higher loadings
Resilience improvements and climate adaptation projects
Repairs following vehicle impacts and severe weather events
General Civil and structural engineering support across the wider Whangārei team
In this role, you'll help deliver projects through construction monitoring, contract administration, procurement support, asset inspections, and technical documentation. You'll work alongside experienced bridge and structural engineers, contractors and clients to deliver practical solutions that improve the resilience, safety and performance of Northland's transport infrastructure.
A strong commitment to health, safety and risk management will be essential as you support project delivery across active construction sites and critical infrastructure assets. While being based in Whangārei, you'll have access to a truly multidisciplinary business where you can draw on leading technical specialists and subject matter experts from across Beca.
You'll also have excellent opportunities to develop your technical, project delivery and consulting skills while building your career in structural engineering.
Aligned with the level of the role, we envision that the base salary component will be between NZ$70,000 - $90,000 depending on skills and experience. The role is full-time and permanent, with minimum guaranteed hours of 40 hours per week.
Ko wai koe | About you
You are an experienced Civil or Structural Technician who is eager to learn, enjoys working collaboratively and is passionate about delivering quality outcomes for clients and communities. You'll bring:
Experience in structural or civil infrastructure projects, ideally involving bridges, retaining walls, culverts or similar assets
Experience working with contractors, consultants and clients in a construction or engineering environment
Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
A proactive approach to learning and developing your technical and consulting capabilities
A strong commitment to health, safety and risk management
A relevant engineering qualification (NZCE, Diploma, BEng Tech or equivalent) and at least 5 years' related industry experience
Experience with design or drafting software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit or similar would be advantageous, but is not essential.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
A career with Beca will provide you with:
Professional development opportunities.
A supportive and caring work environment where you can bring your whole self to work.
Support with relocation and immigration to suitable applicants.
Flexible working arrangements to balance your personal / family commitments.
Opportunities to learn from our industry experts and technical gurus across the Asia Pacific.
A highly supportive environment of sharing and collaboration.
Excellent benefits provided to all staff – including discounted health insurance, discounts on gym memberships, and a number of social club events.
Beca prides itself on supporting a diverse and inclusive culture – open to inputs from creative people of all genders, ethnicity, identity, thought and experiences.
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