Drafter (civil/geotechnical)

CMW Geosciences; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional Day Leave on birthday

$500 annual well-being allowance

Minimum 50 hours Training / CPD per year

Paid membership to Engineers New Zealand

Office social events throughout the year

Job summary

CMW Geosciences in Hamilton, New Zealand is looking for a Civil Engineering Drafter with 2-5 years of experience. The position involves preparing detailed technical drawings for geotechnical and civil engineering projects while collaborating closely with engineers and cross-functional teams.

Preferred candidates will hold a diploma in civil engineering and demonstrate proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D. The role offers additional leave on your birthday, a well-being allowance, and opportunities for training and professional development.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in civil or geotechnical engineering consultancy.
• Strong understanding of Autodesk Civil 3D.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed technical drawings and specifications for engineering projects.
• Maintain accuracy and compliance of diagrams and schematics.
• Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams.
• Assist in preparing technical documentation.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma in civil and structural engineering

Job description

About Us

Since starting in 2012, CMW Geosciences has expanded to 20 offices with over 300 employees across Australia and New Zealand. We are hard-working, down-to-earth, and passionate engineers and geologists who provide quality geotechnical site investigation, analysis, and design advice to the construction, infrastructure, and energy sectors.

As part of the Kiwa Group, we're backed by a global network of 12,000+ staff across 35+ countries

About the role

Our Hamilton office is looking for a Civil Engineering Drafter/Draftsperson with 2-5 years of experience and a strong understanding of Autodesk Civil 3D to support technical documentation for CMW projects. This position offers supportive team environment and exposure to a diverse range of projects across infrastructure, mining, energy and land development.

The core purpose of this role is to support the team in providing high level Geological and Geotechnical engineering plans, sections and details, applying your engineering knowledge and experience to provide quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and support detailed technical drawings, models, and specifications for geotechnical and civil engineering projects
• Revise and maintain drawings, diagrams, and schematics to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project requirements and drafting standards.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and cross‑functional project teams
• Assist senior engineers in preparing technical documentation and contribute to the practical application of engineering knowledge in design and drafting tasks
  

What You'll Need

• Diploma or advanced diploma from a recognised tertiary institution in civil and structural engineering or similar will be given priority.
• Relevant work experience in a civil or geotechnical engineering consultancy.
• Demonstrated experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong team player.
• Proactive, clear, confident and articulate communicator.
• Demonstrates high level of initiative and problem solving.
• Be able to work under pressure
• Strong organisational skills
• High attention to detail

What You'll Get

• Additional Day Leave on your Birthday
• $500 annual well-being allowance
• Provision of minimum of 50 hours Training / CPD per year and paid membership to Engineers New Zealand
• Office social events throughout the year