Structural Engineering Technician

Beca; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Discounted health insurance

Gym discounts

Social club events

Job summary

Beca in Whangārei is seeking a Structural Engineering Technician to join the Civil Structures team. You’ll deliver a diverse range of infrastructure projects, including bridges, retaining walls and upgrades, through construction monitoring, contract administration and asset inspections.

You will work with engineers, contractors and clients to provide practical, safe solutions that improve resilience and performance of Northland's transport assets.

Qualifications

• NZCE, Diploma, BEng Tech or equivalent engineering qualification.
• At least 5 years of related experience in civil/structural projects.
• Experience with bridges, retaining walls or culverts is preferred.
• Familiarity with design or drafting software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of projects through construction monitoring and QA.
• Coordinate contract administration and procurement support.
• Conduct asset inspections and prepare technical documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors and clients to improve resilience.

Skills

Bridge experience

Civil infrastructure

Project delivery

Contract administration

Stakeholder communication

Education

NZCE / Diploma

BEng Tech or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

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.

A career with Beca will provide you with:

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.