Engineering & Project Management Graduates - Emerging Professionals Programme

5 days ago

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Nz Transport Agency Waka Kotahi Full time

Engineering and project management graduate opportunitiesBased in Auckland, Wellington and ChristchurchReceive mentoring and training from some of the best in the businessPermanent opportunities starting February 2026Our Emerging Professionals Programme | Te Reanga Pito Mata 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 NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA).
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.Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity – Engineering and Project ManagementOur 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 of state highway network across New Zealand which includes a variety of infrastructure including pavement, drainage, structural, geotechnical, and other corridor related assets.EngineeringYou 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 standards and specifications.Project ManagementYou will assist in the delivery of the forward work plan for capital transport projects as well as supporting the NZTA 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 tenei | About youTo be successful in this role, you will bring:An engineering (civil, construction or environmental) or project management qualification (qualified within the last 3 years and are early in career)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 pro-active approach.You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Maori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Maori.
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 nga huanga moku | What are the benefits for you?Supportive and experienced people leaders who really want to see you succeedFlexibility, including a hybrid home and office working opportunityGrowth - access to training, development, and a real opportunity to evolve with the business5 weeks annual leave + other great benefitsKo wai matou | About usAt NZTA, it all starts with our people.
The organisation's performance and success depend on the people who choose to make this a great place to work and make a difference for Aotearoa.
NZTA 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.Ra Katinga | Applications close:16 March 2025For further information, email: ****** be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.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.Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications.
We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.
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