Stantec New Zealand
Graduate Mechanical Engineer - Water (Rolling Intake)
Waikato
Opportunity expired
Opportunity details
- Graduate Job or Program
- NZD 64,000 - 67,000 / Year
- 2-year graduate program, 1 day paid company leave, spot bonuses, memberships, developing professional group, health and life insurances.
- 8-10 vacancies
- Apply by 27 Aug 2023
- Start date Ongoing
Calling all dreamers, doers and game-changers!
We are seeking talented Graduates to join our Water Business Unit based in Hamilton. If shaping the future of the water sector and delivering meaningful work for communities are things you are passionate about, you should start your professional career journey with us!
As one of the world’s top design firms and a global leader in the water infrastructure sector, our multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists and qualified professionals have a long-proven record of developing, designing, and implementing innovative water and wastewater solutions across a diverse range of exciting local, national, and international projects. We have some of the world’s best designers, engineers, scientists, technicians, and project managers who work together to deliver award-winning, integrated design and engineering solutions for our clients.
What we provide
- A full-time role with a structured 2-year Graduate Program.
- Up to 67,000K base salary (depending on qualification) with company benefits on top such as spot bonuses, health insurance, banking discounts etc.
- Your own company laptop, headset and Stantec merchandise.
- Work-life balance including flexible working arrangements.
- A work culture that respects opinions and fosters inclusion and diversity.
- Excellent support including mentors, buddies, and networking opportunities to connect with countless business areas.
How can you contribute?
As a member of our global community of driven, passionate, and smart professionals, you will have a chance to be part of the conversation, as you work on some of the largest, most challenging and most impactful projects across Aotearoa New Zealand. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the planning, modelling, engineering design and delivery of some of the most exciting water projects across the following sectors:
- Stormwater, Wastewater and Potable water treatment plants and distribution networks.
- Dams, and Hydroelectric.
- Mechanical, Electrical and Process.
- Water retaining structures and Bridges Structural design.
- Digital Delivery & Automation - GIS, Hydraulic Modelling, Civil 3D, BIM, Revit.
- Projects cover the full project lifecycle from planning through design to construction.
We are seeking graduates who are currently completing/have completed their studies in any of the following discipline areas to be part of the long-term growth of our water business:
- Civil engineering
- Mechanical engineering
- Structural engineering
- Electrical and controls engineering
- Environmental engineering
- Natural Resources engineering
- Process and chemical engineering
- Water supply and wastewater hydraulic modelling
- GIS, data analysis, mathematics, and statistics
About You
You will be committed to improving the world we live in, seizing the environmental challenges that we all face and creating solutions that will benefit generations to come. As a graduate, you will be driven to achieve, have demonstrated personal leadership qualities and thrive in an environment where you are challenged to learn, grow, and drive the future of our client service, technical delivery, and project outcomes.
These full-time positions would suit students who are currently completing/have recently completed the final year of their degree with a demonstrated interest in three waters engineering, planning, and modelling. Like us, you will share a passion for a better water future and a willingness to develop a career as a water and wastewater professional.
What's included in the 2-Year Graduate Program
Our graduates will benefit from the opportunities that only a global company can provide, including:
- Working on a variety of projects.
- Access to our global industry network and leaders.
- Networking opportunities with other ANZ Stantec employees.
- Exposure to a range of local and global clients.
- Career learning & development opportunities.
- Access to the developing professional's network.
The Learning and Development team will provide opportunities for graduates to develop in their careers, covering topics such as:
- Health and Safety
- Career and Professional Development
- Business Acumen: An Introduction
- Data Analytics and Design Tools
- Presentation and Networking skills
- Business Cases
- Sustainability
- Project Delivery
How to apply
Submit your most recent CV and a cover letter - outlining your interest in working in the three waters industry, your academic transcript, and any relevant work experience/studies in this area that you may have.
To be eligible to apply you must meet the requirements for working in Aotearoa New Zealand (Citizenship, Permanent Residency, Residency or Student Visa).
Applications close on Sunday 27 August 2023
#StantecNextGen
Hiring criteria
- No experience required
- New Zealand Citizen +more
- Engineering & Mathematics +more
- Associate Degree or higher
Reviews
I am a graduate civil engineer with one year of experience. I do a mix of technical, MSQA and design work with mentorship from more experienced members of my team. I have time for personal development and training, participating in my graduate programme and the Developing Professionals Group. Currently I spend most of my time doing MSQA for a project, which is now in the commissioning stage, where I will arrange and conduct site visits, draft Notices and Variations for my project lead to approve, and hold meetings with the client and the contractor.
So far, I have mostly worked on stormwater and wastewater where day to day involves being the doer of these projects following the task plan with support from seniors. Responsibilities with this include carrying out the tasks, checking in with the checker and seeking support when unsure. Since starting I've really enjoyed the project work and being able to come in and work on/continue something straight away. The projects have been interesting, and I feel like I get to constantly learn new processes as a grad.
mix of field and office work. not very technical
About the employer
Stantec New Zealand
4.0
1,000 - 50,000 employees
Engineering Consulting
Calling all dreamers, doers, and game-changers. Your long-term career with one of the top ten design firms in the world starts here.
Pros and cons of working at Stantec New Zealand
Pros
The people are amazing, there is an awesome network of graduates, and all the seniors are super helpful and supportive.
There is flexibility regarding hours, and working remotely.
Being involved with a wide range of projects, based around NZ. Also having mentorship from many experienced people.
Spacious, clean, and green environment to work in.
Stantec has been providing learning opportunities for graduates providing opportunities to work in the field we are interested in, with proper guidance from seniors.
Cons
Pay is alright for the size of this firm. It probably needs to be a little better hearing what my peers are making at other big companies and the mid-year salary reviews are always very minor.”
It seems really hard to get to the next career level from graduate. There is a 2-year grad program. After that, you have to do more competencies to get promoted.
The corporate-ness— it feels like it can get in the way of genuine relationships and the work itself.
Sometimes lack of support from the seniors because most of them are tied up with projects, and so busy with their work.
For me personally, due to my type of role, the availability of work. I often get quite a bit of downtime when I have nothing to work on.