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Emerging Professionals

2 months ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Engineering and project management graduate opportunities

  • Based in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch
  • Receive mentoring and training from some of the best in the business
  • Permanent opportunities starting February 2025


Our Emerging Professionals Programme runs over 24 months with three 8-month rotations within the selected area of specialisation and brings some of the top emerging talent from across the motu together with the best people from NZTA - Waka Kotahi.

Through the work that you do, you'll get the chance to improve and enhance the transport network and systems across Aotearoa.

On offer is a unique opportunity for you to go places you never expected within our organisation to help deliver our customer promise - a land transport system connecting people, products, and places for a thriving Aotearoa.

To view a copy of the position description click here.


Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity - Engineering and Project Management Our Te Toki - Transport Services group aims to deliver great outcomes now and make the'future a better place'.

We aspire to be the kaitiaki of the transport system - with partners, for people, for our land, and'for the future.

We manage approximately 11,000km's of state highway network across New Zealand which includes a variety of infrastructure including pavement, drainage, structural, geotechnical, and other corridor related assets.

Engineering

As an Engineer you will have the opportunity to work across a broad range of engineering disciplines, this may include asset management and programme development, operation and maintenance of the network, asset renewals, minor improvements, or major capital transport projects, all to ensure that work meets NZTA Waka Kotahi standards and specifications.

Project Management

As a Project Manager, you will deliver the forward work plan for capital transport projects as well as supporting the NZTA Waka Kotahi vision of efficiently delivering an integrated, safe, responsive, and sustainable transport system, to create great journeys across the motu and to keep New Zealand moving.

Ko koe tēnei | About you To be successful in this role, you will bring:

  • An engineering (civil, construction or environmental) or project management qualification (within the last 6 years) and an interest in pursuing a career in engineering or project management.
  • Strong personal and cultural values that drive your performance and commitment.
  • The desire to collaborate and engage with a broad range of people.
  • A desire to learn and gain new skills and knowledge.
  • Natural curiosity around how things are done and how to make things better.
  • A proactive approach.


You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori.

You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector.

He aha ngā huanga mōku |'What are the benefits for you?

  • Supportive and experienced people leaders who really want to see you succeed
  • Flexibility, including a hybrid home and office working opportunity
  • Growth access to training, development, and a real opportunity to evolve with the business
  • 5 weeks annual leave + other great benefits
Ko wai mātou | About us At NZTA - Waka Kotahi, it all starts with our people.

The organisation's performance and success depends on the people who choose to make this a great place to work and make a difference for Aotearoa.

NZTA - Waka Kotahi has a strong future focus, understanding that new technologies and changing customer expectations mean the transport system we know today will not be the one we deliver in ten years' time.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, submit your CV along with your cover letter detailing your suitability.

Rā Katinga | Applications close: 12 May 2024

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
NZTA| Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values.

Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

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