WSP New Zealand
Graduate Regional Development Programme (Feb 2024)
Bay of Plenty, Timaru, Gisborne
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Opportunity details
- Graduate Job or Program
- NZD 64,000 - 65,000 / Year
- + $3,000 signing bonus
- 1-20 vacancies
- Apply by 6 Aug 2023
- Start date 11 Feb 2024
Join WSP’s award-winning Graduate Development Programme and make the extraordinary everyday.
Join our Regional Business and make a tangible positive impact on the local community.
Following the submission of your application, you will be invited to complete a video interview. You will receive an email with information on how to complete the video interview, so please keep a look out for it (you may need to check your junk/spam folder). Please note, completing the video interview is required for your application to be accepted for review. The video interview will be due no later than 10 August 2023.
Roles
We’re looking for Graduate:
- Building Consultants
- Civil Engineers
- Geotechnical Engineers
- Planners
- Road Safety Engineers
- Structural Engineers
- Surveyors
- Transportation Engineers
- Water Engineers
Locations
We have opportunities for Graduates to start in early 2024 in:
- Alexandra
- Blenheim
- Dunedin
- Gisborne
- Greymouth
- Invercargill
- Napier
- Nelson
- New Plymouth
- Paeroa
- Palmerston North
- Queenstown
- Rotorua
- Taupo
- Tauranga
- Whakatane
- Whanganui
- Whangarei
Graduate Development Programme
We don’t simply employ Graduates; we foster and enrich them. Naturally, there is a lot to learn, and you are likely to be guided through complex software packages, team briefings, and client updates from the start.
You’ll also have access to our award-winning Graduate Development Programme. With our two-year programme, you own your career and drive your success. We provide you with the tools, support, and environment to flourish.
You will be part of the national graduate community and have access to the Graduate Committee, which is dedicated to fostering inclusiveness and social connection among all graduates. The committee run a variety of virtual and in-person events and provide graduate-specific updates on what’s happening and opportunities available to the graduate community within WSP.
Why choose a career in the Regions?
Affordable Lifestyle
According to the 2022 Cost of Living Index, the average cost of living in regional New Zealand is up to 30% lower than in the major cities.
Shorter Commutes
People who live in small regional cities can expect to save an average of 14 minutes on their commute, compared to those that live in New Zealand’s biggest cities.
Work-Life Balance
New Zealand regional cities offer a slower pace of life, shorter commutes, and a stronger sense of community. This can lead to less stress and more time for outdoor adventures, making for a better work-life balance.
Career Advancement
Working on regional rebuild efforts presents the opportunity to use your skills to make a positive difference to New Zealander's lives. In addition, you will have the opportunity to learn new skills and gain valuable experience that will help advance your career.
Help Rebuild Aotearoa New Zealand
Make a meaningful and tangible difference in the lives of people who have been affected by Cyclone Gabrielle. Work on challenging and complex projects that will require your skills and expertise.
Requirements
Our Graduate roles are for those completing their Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a New Zealand university by the end of 2023 with less than one year of relevant work experience as a Graduate (internships do not count toward the one-year maximum).
If you have more than one year of work experience as a Graduate, please instead apply for a role of interest through our careers site.
Check out our website to learn more at WSP and our Graduate Development Programme.
Hiring criteria
- No experience required
- New Zealand Citizen +more
- Engineering & Mathematics +more
- Bachelor or higher
Reviews
My day to day sees me perform project management tasks such as subcontractor management, oversite over site works to ensure all works are done as per design. As well as this I look after tendering, planning, and procureing items for future works.
I feel like I am contributing to my community/country through the projects I am involved with, and that I am doing work that is meaningful to my own career development, the business itself and to society. I am also involved with a committee at work, so my role is not just limited to being an engineer; I also have other committee responsibilities.
Rail engineer mainly sitting in project or site offices doing site inspections, designs and verification type of tasks.
About the employer
WSP New Zealand
4.0
50,000 - 100,000 employees
Engineering Consulting
WSP is a world-leading design, engineering and environmental consultancy with over 150 years of experience in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Pros and cons of working at WSP New Zealand
Pros
The amazing people! Everyone is so lovely and genuinely wants to help.
Good flexible working - can work from home, another NZ office, or potentially even overseas.
Opportunities to work and gain experience on large-scale projects.
Great communication between senior staff and graduates.
Worldwide and nationwide opportunities and connections, exciting projects and knowledgeable seniors.
Cons
Workload fluctuates, sometimes it's busy, other times light with little to do.
Utilization targets put pressure on training and development time.
The pay is less than what I believe I should be getting for my role.
Parking is an issue, especially with the office located in the CBD.
There aren't many negatives worth mentioning.