Engineering Field Assistant

BTW; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-led training

Mentorship by engineers

Collaborative multidisciplinary team

Optional paid overtime

Job summary

BTW is seeking an Engineering Field Assistant to join the Ngāmotu team in New Plymouth. The role offers hands-on geotechnical field testing, reporting, and exposure to civil and geotechnical projects under experienced engineers and geologists.

Ideal candidates are studying toward NZ Diploma in Engineering (Civil) or similar, with some field-work exposure and a willingness to learn across water, civil and structural projects. Training and mentorship provided.

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards or nearing completion of NZ Diploma in Engineering (Civil) or similar.
• Some work experience in civil engineering is preferred.
• Exposure to field work such as surveys, field measurements or soil testing is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Undertake geotechnical field testing and assist with reporting.
• Coordinate and supervise field subcontractors, including auger and CPT investigations.
• Contribute geotechnical input into projects and assist design delivery.
• Support civil work across water, civil and structural projects as workload requires.
• Assist with project management, contract documentation and site supervision.

Skills

Geotechnical field testing

Report writing

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

MS Word & Excel

Attention to detail

Education

NZ Diploma in Engineering (Civil) or similar

Tools

Survey equipment exposure

Job description

About the Role

We’re looking for an Engineering Field Assistant to join our Engineering team in Ngāmotu – New Plymouth.

Working alongside BTW’s experienced engineers and engineering geologists, you’ll gain practical experience across civil and geotechnical projects while developing your technical knowledge and capability.

This is a hands-on role with plenty of variety. You’ll assist with geotechnical field testing and reporting, contribute to civil engineering and project delivery, and support projects from initial investigation through to physical works. Depending on project needs, you may also work across areas such as water, civil and structural engineering, project management, contract documentation, site supervision and client liaison.

If you’re studying towards, or close to completing, a civil engineering or related qualification and are ready to put your learning into practice and gain real-world engineering experience, this could be a great next step.

Key Responsibilities

Working under the guidance of experienced BTW engineers, you’ll:

• Undertake geotechnical field testing and assist with reporting.
• Assist with the coordination and supervision of field subcontractors, including mechanical auger and CPT investigations.
• Provide geotechnical and geological input into projects.
• Contribute to engineering design and project delivery as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Assist with civil engineering work across water, civil and structural projects as workload requires.
• Support project management, contract documentation, site supervision and client liaison.
• Develop practical engineering solutions while gaining experience across different stages of project delivery.

About You

You don’t need to arrive knowing everything. We’re looking for someone with a good foundation, genuine curiosity and a willingness to get involved and learn.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is currently studying towards, or nearing completion of, the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) or a similar qualification, such as Engineering Geology.
• Preferably has some work experience related to civil engineering.
• Has some exposure to field work such as surveys, field measurements or soil testing.
• Ideally has some knowledge of geotechnical or geological work.
• Has some knowledge of, or exposure to, AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Is comfortable using Microsoft Word and Excel and developing their report-writing skills.
• Communicates well, listens carefully and ask questions when they need to.
• Brings good attention to detail and an appreciation of getting work completed on time.
• Be willing to learn, think through problems and develop your engineering design knowledge and capability.

If you’re shortlisted, we’ll ask you to provide an example of a report, project, assignment or other relevant work from your study that demonstrates your technical thinking, analysis or written communication.

Why Join BTW?

Since 1973, BTW has delivered creative, sustainable solutions across engineering, surveying, planning and environmental science. Our multidisciplinary environment gives you the opportunity to learn from experienced people across a range of technical disciplines.

For someone starting or developing their engineering career, that means exposure to real projects, real field work and experienced people who can help you grow.

You’ll also benefit from:

• Employee-led training and development.
• Support from experienced engineers and other technical specialists.
• The opportunity to work as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
• Optional paid overtime.

Our purpose is Creating a Better Future, supported by our values of Making it Happen, Kotahitanga, Growing Great People and Embracing Innovation.