2022 WSP Cadetships (Jan 2022)

Are you eager to work and keen to learn? Looking for an entry role or to retrain and start your career in the engineering industry?

Join WSP’s Cadetship Programme, and you will be supported to achieve a New Zealand Diploma in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Technology, or Legal Studies/Conveyancing while gaining practical work experience on a range of projects throughout our business.

About WSP

WSP is a world-leading design, engineering and environmental consultancy. We are local experts with more than 150 years of experience in Aotearoa New Zealand and a global network of more than 50,000 experts. In New Zealand alone, we have 40 offices – from Whangarei to Invercargill (and everywhere in-between).

In every region where we operate, our local leaders guide the mission, drive the vision, and uphold our collective beliefs to connect to and support the local community. Having strong roots locally means there is pride and responsibility in delivering high quality projects and giving back to our communities.

We are built on the strength of our people, creating innovative solutions to the challenges the future will bring. As such, we value supporting the development of our rangatahi youth in engineering, surveying, and other professional disciplines in a work-based setting.

The Cadetship

Our Cadet roles are ideally suited to someone either finishing their school studies or with workforce experience wanting to retrain, who is practically minded, interested in engineering or surveying, and has a get-the-job-done approach.

The successful candidates will work full-time in a permanent role and study part-time towards a New Zealand Diploma in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Technology, or Legal Studies/Conveyancing as part of our Cadetship Programme. A Cadet role will lead into a career as a Technician with multiple pathways to choose from, including draughting, Revit, surveying, contract management, property consultancy and more.

Check out our website to learn more about our Cadetship Programme.

What’s in it for me?

• WSP will provide financial support for courses, course material, and more;
• Opportunity to rotate around different areas of the business;
• Support through mentorship and practical work experience;
• Paid study leave to attend courses and exams;
• Tailor your training to suit your goals;
• Access to company benefits, such as flexible working and professional registration support;
• Fantastic social events (sport teams, social clubs, events, and more); and
• The Cadetship Programme is 3-5 years.

What do I need to be eligible?

• Completed NCEA Level 2 with a minimum of 48 credits at Level 2;
• Strong interest and ability in mathematics and science;
• Ideally have a full driver licence with no restrictions;
• No previous relevant work experience required; and
• Have good communication skills, are driven/self-motivated, enthusiastic, and a hard worker.

Where can I work?

We are looking for Cadets in the following locations:

    • Civil Engineering Diploma
        - Auckland (Geotechnical)
        - Christchurch (Water)
        - Christchurch (Building Structures - Revit)
        - Christchurch (Transport - Ports)
        - Dunedin (Varied Disciplines)
        - Gisborne (Varied Disciplines)
        - Invercargill (Varied Disciplines)
        - Napier (Varied Disciplines)
        - Nelson (Varied Disciplines)
        - Paeroa (Varied Disciplines)
        - Palmerston North (Varied Disciplines)
        - Rotorua (Varied Disciplines)
        - Taupo (Varied Disciplines)
        - Whakatane (Varied Disciplines)
        - Whangarei (Varied Disciplines)

    • Civil Engineering / Architectural Technology Diploma
        - Auckland (Building Structures)

    • Electrical Engineering / Architectural Technology Diploma
        - Christchurch (Electrical)

    • Mechanical Engineering Diploma
        - Christchurch (Mechanical)

    • Legal Studies / Conveyancing Diploma
        - Hamilton (Property)

How do I apply?

It’s simple, just click the Apply button and complete the online application.

Make sure you have an updated CV and your most recent academic transcript (an unofficial copy is acceptable) and upload them with your application. You can access our CV template by clicking Apply Now to help you create your CV.

Applications close 24 October.

WSP recognises and values the range of characteristics that make people unique, and do this in an environment that celebrates individual and collective achievement. We believe embracing diversity and inclusion delivers positive experiences for people and clients.

He aha te mea nui o te ao. He tāngata, he tāngata, he tāngata.
What is the most important thing in the world? It is people, it is people, it is people.