Civil Engineer / Graduate
Tradestaff
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Site Engineer / Graduate Engineer
Ready to take your engineering career from the classroom to the construction site? Join a high-performing team delivering exciting projects and make your mark from day one. We’re on the lookout for a driven Site Engineer / Graduate Engineer who’s ready to get hands-on, solve real-world challenges, and grow fast in a dynamic construction environment.
What You’ll Be Doing As part of a motivated project team, you’ll play a key role in bringing projects to life—safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
- Support construction teams with technical expertise and problem-solving
- Help deliver projects on time, on budget, and to spec
- Be involved in planning, QA, site inspections, and set-out
- Assist in developing work plans, methodologies, and safety documentation
- Coordinate with project managers, foremen, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Monitor progress, manage documentation, and keep things running smoothly
- Contribute to a zero-harm culture for people, environment, and community
What We’re Looking For You’re motivated, detail-oriented, and ready to step up.
- Degree-qualified in Engineering (Civil or related discipline)
- 2–5 years’ experience, with exposure to construction projects
- Strong skills in planning, communication, and organisation
- Ability to manage labour, materials, and subcontractors effectively
- Commercial awareness and a focus on cost efficiency
- Confidence to tackle challenges and deliver practical solutions on-site
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Work on real, impactful projects
- Be part of a supportive and experienced team
- Gain exposure across all aspects of construction engineering
- Build your career with a company that values growth, safety, and performance
What Sets You Apart You’re proactive, reliable, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. You communicate well, take ownership, and operate with a “no surprises” mindset—keeping your team informed and projects on track.
About Tradestaff Why work with Tradestaff? We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices. Apply online today or give the team a call on 06 834 4650 to find out more!
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Tradestaff
Now with nearly three decades of experience supplying temporary and permanent workers to the trades and industrial sectors, Tradestaff has grown to become the industry leader.
Through consistent action in a positive, fun and innovative environment, we have connected more than 80,000+ New Zealand workers with upwards of 20,000+ local businesses of all shapes and sizes over the years. Twenty eight years on, we are incredibly proud to still be a 100 per cent owned and operated New Zealand business that can provide industrial recruitment solutions nationwide.
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