Site Engineer: Road & Surfacing Projects

Fletcher Building; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Career progression opportunities

Training and licences support

40 hours per week

Employee benefits for you and family

Job summary

Higgins Wairarapa is seeking a hands-on Site Engineer to join our Construction Team in the Wairarapa, North Island. This entry-to-mid level role offers exposure to surfacing and civil construction projects, outdoors work, and career growth within a supportive team.

The ideal candidate has some civil construction experience, a relevant engineering qualification (NZDCE/BE Civil or equivalent), and a willingness to learn from experienced leaders.

Qualifications

• Some experience in civil construction, roading, or engineering support roles (internships and graduate experience are welcome).
• Understanding of civil construction practices; exposure to surfacing operations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and coordination of daily construction and surfacing activities (road construction, subdivision, chipseal, asphalt).
• Assist with quotes, estimates and basic pricing for projects.
• Coordinate plant, labour, subcontractors and suppliers for efficient delivery.
• Prepare and compile job work packs (JSEAs, Method Statements, ITPs).
• Monitor progress, quality and site documentation.
• Assist tracking project costs and financial performance.
• Build strong relationships with crews, subcontractors, suppliers and clients.
• Promote safe work practices and health & safety standards.

Skills

Civil construction

Communication

Relationship building

Microsoft Office

Driver Licence

Education

NZDCE or BE Civil

Job description

Higgins Wairarapa is seeking a hands-on Site Engineer to join our Construction Team in the Wairarapa, North Island. This entry-to-mid level role offers exposure to surfacing and civil construction projects, outdoors work, and career growth within a supportive team.

The ideal candidate has some civil construction experience, a relevant engineering qualification (NZDCE/BE Civil or equivalent), and a willingness to learn from experienced leaders.