Water Engineer

GHD Group; Hamilton; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Water Engineer to join our national water team in Hamilton or New Plymouth. You will apply our global network of skills to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities, with a hybrid work model.

You'll work on investigation, design and delivery of stormwater, water supply, wastewater and multidisciplinary projects, building relationships with clients and guiding graduates, while collaborating with virtual teams across GHD offices.

Qualifications

• A relevant university degree in Civil engineering with 5+ years of experience.
• Knowledge of industry design standards and guidelines.
• Experience with public and private sector projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Excel and Word.
• Experience with design software: 12D, Civil3D, ACAD, GIS.

Responsibilities

• Investigation, design and implementation of stormwater, water supply, wastewater, transport and multidisciplinary projects.
• Develop relationships with clients to ensure project outcomes and satisfaction.
• Prepare high‑quality reports and deliverables.
• Perform office and site work with virtual teams across offices.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to graduate design engineers.

Skills

5+ years exp

Civil engineering

Communication skills

Excel

Word

GIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

12D

Civil3D

ACAD

Job description

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The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated.

As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front.

Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next.

Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community.

You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Water Engineer to join our national water teamin Hamilton or New Plymouth.

The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated.

As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front.

Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next.

Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community.

You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Water Engineer to join our national water teamin Hamilton or New Plymouth.

The role

• Core function includes investigation, design and implementation of a range of projects involving stormwater, water supply, wastewater, transport and multidisciplinary projects.
• Develop good business relationships with existing and potential clients to ensure required project outcomes are met and client satisfaction is maintained at a high standard.
• Preparation of high-quality reports, correspondence and other deliverables, as required.
• Perform office and site-based roles, including working with virtual teams across GHD offices nationally and internationally.
• Provide guidance to graduate design engineers on projects and be able to train and mentor them.

About you

• A relevant university degree in Civil engineering with at least 5+ year(s) of working experience in the related field is required for this position.
• Knowledge and understanding of industry design standards and guidelines
• Working knowledge of public and private sector
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Good computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word
• Design software skills (i.e., 12D, Civil3D, ACAD, GIS)
• Ability to nurture and develop teamwork within the group
• Organised in multitasking of self and others and able to meet deadlines
• Ability to be proactive and take ownership of projects
• Self-motivated and energetic
• Flexible in your approach to challenges

Visit our GHD New Zealand Water page to explore our work, projects, and opportunities in the water sector.

Our Hybrid Work Model

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Ki GHD, ka ākina te kaimahi e mātou kia tutuki ōna ake moemoeā. Nā te mea, ko te kaha o te tangata te tuarā o te pakihi. Nā reira, he hiahia nō mātou ki te whiwhi kaimahi nō ngā ahurea tuakiri maha, nō whenua rerekē, tane mai, wahine mai.

At GHD we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities and invites applications from people of all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

Come together and make a meaningful impact.

We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world's most complex problems. Come and experience the power of commitment and see strategy and ideas come to life when you join GHD.

Let's drive real change.

Our Pledge to You

At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That's why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.

That's the #PowerOfCommitment

Who We Are

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It's what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.

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