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Graduate Civil Engineer Water - Hastings

Are you a new graduate (or soon to graduate in 2025) with a Civil Engineering tertiary qualification and aspirations to develop and grow in a collaborative and supportive environment, then join Stantec’s 2025-2026 Graduate Programme! 

Fantastic perks we provide: 

• Engineering NZ accredited 2-year graduate development programme
• NZD69,000 base salary with company benefits on top such as insurances, spot bonuses banking discounts etc
• You will be connected to our international Young Professionals Group Network with opportunities for training and networking across New Zealand and Australia.
• You will be supported through your Engineering New Zealand Accreditation and mentored for your own personal career development.
• Possibility to travel overseas via a developing professional’s exchange
• Flexible working environments and excellent employee benefits

What do our Graduate Civil Engineer do? 

As a Graduate Civil Engineer based in Stantec’s Hastings office, you will be a vital contributor to a range of projects delivering improved outcomes for our community including essential cyclone recovery works.   

Our team has a significant forward project pipeline, and we are delivering many exciting water infrastructure projects such as the recently completed ‘Waiaroha’, a water treatment plant and 10ML storage facility for the city of Hastings.    

You will be responsible for: 

• Evaluating data sets of information including asset inspection records and CCTV analysis and provide reports of key findings and results.   
• Involvement in a range of 3 Waters projects including pipelines, treatment plants (waste & water), wastewater pump stations and potable water reservoirs.   
• Stormwater flow calculations, treatment device optioneering, and design for flood affected areas.  
• Contributing to the successful outcome of construction projects by assisting with contract management quality control, and site observation records together with the dedicated contract managers. 
• Working with various clients to achieve their goals 

What you will bring 

You will be a recent graduate with a Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Hon), ready to make a positive impact in our community! You are motivated, pragmatic, and have an appetite for learning and gaining experience across various disciplines.  

You will have a strong interest in water engineering and can demonstrate personal leadership qualities and thrive in an environment in which they are challenged. 

You will ideally have: 

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering (or soon to complete) 
• Ability to learn a range of software packages such as AutoCAD 2D, Civil 3D and/or 12D to analyse and assist with design drawings 

To be eligible to apply, you must: 

• Be a recent graduate or due to complete your tertiary education in 2024 
• Preferably hold a valid restricted or full Driving Licence   
• Working Rights in New Zealand (Student Visa holder, convertible to post study open work visa, Permanent Resident OR Citizen) 

Application Advice and Tips 

• Refer to our CV and Cover Letter advice on Prosple.
• We will let you know once this opportunity opens!

About Stantec 

The Stantec community unites approximately 31,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work. 

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