Infra Site Engineer & Permit Coordinator

Fletcher Construction; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fletcher Construction is seeking a Permit Coordinator (Site Engineer) in Lower Hutt to support Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi. The role focuses on coordinating and authorising permits to keep work compliant and safe.

You’ll review activities, conduct site inspections, and maintain permit records while collaborating with construction teams and safety staff. A Civil Engineering qualification and 2+ years’ NZ civil project experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• A Civil Engineering or related degree is required.
• Experience coordinating permits and work authorisations within construction.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety and permit-to-work systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and authorise permits for construction activities.
• Review planned work activities and confirm suitable controls are in place.
• Conduct site inspections and monitor permit conditions and project requirements.
• Support project planning, programming, procurement, QA and day-to-day engineering activities.
• Maintain accurate records of permits, site documentation and daily reporting.
• Collaborate with project teams, subcontractors and health and safety personnel.

Skills

Permit coordination

Site engineering

Health & safety

Risk assessment

Reading drawings

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Related engineering discipline

Tools

CAD

Job description

Fletcher Construction is seeking a Permit Coordinator (Site Engineer) in Lower Hutt to support Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi. The role focuses on coordinating and authorising permits to keep work compliant and safe.

You’ll review activities, conduct site inspections, and maintain permit records while collaborating with construction teams and safety staff. A Civil Engineering qualification and 2+ years’ NZ civil project experience are preferred.