Nelson Engineering Job Listings

Civil Materials Technician64149409576451110

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Civil Materials Technician

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. As the premier design, engineering and environmental consultancy in Aotearoa New Zealand, WSP exists to future-proof our cities and environment. We are proud to have the blueprint of Aotearoa New Zealand in our DNA and our 2,500 expert professionals in 35 offices are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve. Civil Materials Technician, Nelson Our Laboratories are responsible for testing civil engineering materials such as aggregates, soils, concrete, and bituminous materials to support our clients’ manufacturing and construction activities. We are looking for a Civil Materials Laboratory Technician to join our Lab team in Nelson. This role will involve a variety of projects working in the laboratory or out in the field. There will be the occasional night shift work. About you: - Previous experience in a civil engineering laboratory is advantageous, but not essential, full training will be provided. - If you do not have laboratory experience, we are open to speaking with applicants with previous experience in a labour / trades role, such as construction, roading, warehousing or farming. - A good level of fitness and strength, as this role involves a significant amount of physical activity, including lifting and carrying heavy material and equipment. - Proficient in basic computer skills for data entry and following digital instructions. - Holds a current clean New Zealand driver’s license. - Excellent communication skills and a team player. - Willing to travel as and when required for work. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all WSP NZ has proudly earned its place among the top five employers to work for in Aotearoa New Zealand, as recognised in Randstad's latest employer survey. In addition, WSP has been listed as one of TIME’s 2023 top 100 companies globally for employees. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today We will review applications as they come in, so if this opportunity sounds like you, don’t wait to apply!

331 Suffolk Road, Stoke, Nelson 7011, New Zealand

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Site Engineer

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities. **Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here** Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer: * Rewarding salary * Z Energy fuel discount and monthly freebies * Free Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes * An inclusive and respectable place to work * $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer * Progression and development programmes to support personal and professional growth Have a look at our other great benefits here! **Te** **kōwhiringa | The Opportunity** We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join our team in Tasman. This is not just a typical project delivery role - it is a chance to play a key part in the recovery and rebuild of the Tasman region following recent severe storm events that caused widespread damage to local infrastructure. As a Site Engineer, you will be directly contributing to restoring vital transport links, strengthening community resilience, and ensuring the region's infrastructure is rebuilt to a higher standard for the future. This position offers the opportunity to work on challenging, high-profile projects where your technical expertise, problem-solving, and leadership will have a real and lasting impact on the community. You will support the Construction Manager and supervisors across all phases of delivery - from planning and tendering through to resource management and Zero Harm leadership. **Key Responsibilities** * Support the development of project methodology, budgets, and construction programmes. * Assist in managing contracts to meet quality, time, and financial objectives. * Monitor performance against project frameworks, ensuring compliance and proactive issue resolution. * Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and project partners. * Anticipate challenges, resolve issues early, and ensure excellent service delivery. * Promote safe and sustainable practices, ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. **Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills** * Proven project engineering experience within the construction industry, ideally with a contracting organisation * Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or related field. * Strong understanding of contract management and project delivery processes. * Track record of fostering safety, quality, and environmental excellence. * Demonstrated leadership skills that empower and develop others. * Flexibility to travel and work on projects outside the region if required. **Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation** Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here! **Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply** If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 723247 We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.

Tasman, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Fixed Term - Project Engineer63612607748099112

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Fixed Term - Project Engineer

Join Our Nelson Team as a Project Engineer - Fixed Term (18 months) Are you an enthusiastic and detail-oriented professional seeking to advance your engineering career? We are looking for a motivated Project Engineer to join our talented civil construction team in Nelson on a Fixed Term Contract (18 months). Be part of a company that places a strong emphasis on quality, safety, sustainability, and employee growth, all while delivering impactful infrastructure projects across the region. Key Responsibilities * Support and oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of civil construction projects, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards. * Collaborate closely with project managers, site supervisors, contractors, and clients to achieve project objectives effectively. * Assist in preparing project documentation, including work plans, schedules, budgets, and reports. * Monitor project progress, identifying risks and proactively suggesting solutions to maintain smooth workflow. * Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to guide project delivery and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and best practices. * Conduct site inspections, health and safety checks, and environmental controls, reporting any issues or improvements as necessary. * Contribute to fostering a safe, inclusive, and collaborative team environment. Skills, Experience, and Qualities Required for Success * Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent qualification) in Civil Engineering is essential. * Experience in civil construction, project engineering, or similar roles is highly regarded. * Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail. * Strong communication and teamwork abilities, working effectively with diverse groups of people. * Sound IT skills, particularly with project management software and Microsoft Office. * Positive and adaptable attitude with a focus on continuous improvement and learning. * Eligibility to work in New Zealand is essential. What We Offer Project Engineering Professionals in Nelson * Fixed Term employment (18 months), full-time hours. * Competitive remuneration + vehicle. * Professional development and training to further your career in civil construction engineering. * An inclusive, supportive workplace culture where every team member is valued and diverse perspectives are encouraged. About Our Commitment to Sustainability and Quality Civil Construction in Nelson Our company is part of the Isaac Group, a respected South Island leader in construction since 1950 and owned by The Isaac Conservation and Wildlife Trust. This unique ownership structure funds significant conservation and environmental projects, giving additional purpose and pride to the work we do. Join us and contribute to a company with a lasting legacy of quality, integrity, and sustainable community development. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to be part of major civil construction projects that support community and environmental values, we welcome your application. For a confidential discussion or more information, contact Sara Swailes on 027 4398724. Please note: Applicants must have the right to live and work in New Zealand. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a medical assessment, including drug and alcohol screening. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not submit unsolicited applications.

331 Suffolk Road, Stoke, Nelson 7011, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Administrator part-time63612273054339113

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Administrator part-time

The Kernohan team, recent winners at the Nelson Pine Industries Chamber of Commerce Business Awards, loves nothing more than a job well done. Happy customers and proud staff are a strong combination, and we're equally committed to both. About the Job We are looking for a motivated individual to support our Administration & Finance function. Working 20 hours per week you will primarily process payroll and all related administration, assist with customer invoicing and provide back-up cover for our Receptionist. We are looking for someone with related experience in payroll, ideally in PayHero and Xero, but full training will be provided to the right candidate, however your positive attitude, strong communication and people skills will be essential for success in this position. In this role you will use your skills, knowledge, and abilities to deal with diverse on-the-job challenges, both individually and as part of a small high performance team. You will play a proactive role providing hands-on administration support to our business. About you A highly self-motivated, proactive and versatile person, you want to be given the opportunity to use and grow your skills, be fairly rewarded for your talent and work for a team and a company you can be proud to be part of. You are also someone who relishes being trusted to do what you do best – work smart, work safe, find solutions, and own what you do.Ideally you will bring: * Experience in an administration, customer service or support role. * Experience in payroll processing * Excellent computer skills including Microsoft products as well as exposure to inhouse data bases (e.g.Xero). * Recognition that everyone is a customer and the ability to quickly build relationships. * Excellent communication (written/verbal) with a high level of English fluency. * Approachable, positive, can-do attitude at all times. * Excellent planning and organisational abilities. About us We have an excellent reputation as an employer, one that genuinely cares about the people who are part of our team, no matter what role they are in. Providing expert maintenance services to multiple industries has been a key part of our business since 1972. It can be a complex and risky job, and we stand by our commitment to deliver services safely, to the right standard, on budget and on time. We routinely help customers with: * planned 24/7 shutdowns. * preventative plant maintenance. * emergency break downs and call outs. Our Nelson facilities are a great base from which to service both local and nationwide customers. With years of experience providing specialist maintenance services to nationwide customers, we've had ample opportunity to refine our skills in mobilising people and plant. And now you can be part of all of this! How to apply Click Apply Now with you updated CV and Cover Letter. We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted. Only applicants with NZ Citizenship, Residency or already living in NZ with a valid work visa will be considered. Please also be aware that a Pre-employment Medical, including drug and alcohol screen, forms part of the recruitment process.

331 Suffolk Road, Stoke, Nelson 7011, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Seamer Specialist Department Head63612262820481114

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Seamer Specialist Department Head

The role: We are seeking a Seamer Specialist to lead the Fill and Cap department of our clients’ tuna cannery based in American Samoa. This role will see you managing a team of people to provide preventative and predictive maintenance to ensure the reliability and safe operation of the plants manufacturing equipment. The plant typically packs fish Monday through to Friday, with any required maintenance conducted on the weekends. This role offers an attractive salary paid in US dollars, an additional overseas allowance (10% of your base salary) and a bonus system (based on the company’s performance). The role also offers free housing and utilities, a company vehicle and return flights home once per year. About us: Operating for over a hundred years our client provides trusted, healthy food products in the United States. An industry innovator, they are known for their ability to deliver high-quality tuna products to customers. They are the largest private sector employer in American Samoa, employing a workforce of 2300 plus people. A day in the life of a Seamer Specialist The role will see you and your team providing technical support for the upkeep of the plants mass conveyors, filler machines (Carruthers and Luthi), seamers (Continental and Angelus) and associated plant. A typical day will see you involved in the following: * Meetings with engineering manager and other engineering staff to put together programs to ensure plants reliable and safe operation * Setting and directing tasks for maintenance teams to carry out daily * Auditing can seamers to evaluate their condition * Providing mechanical training programs for team mechanics * Assisting with rebuild, diagnostics and repairs of all filling equipment * Direct and make seamer adjustments as required * Ordering spare parts to repair and maintain all Fill and Cap machinery What we require from you: You will have a positive can-do attitude, with the ability to function well under pressure, communicate in a clear concise professional manner and will have proven experience in supervising/mentoring and getting the best out of maintenance teams. You will be skilled in the following: * Skilled in working with Angelus and Continental seamers * Experience within the food industry * A minimum of ten years’ professional maintenance experience in a manufacturing, technical, industrial or related field. * Proven experience in supervision of maintenance staff To Apply To learn more about this truly unique opportunity to experience island life, while getting ahead financially forward your CV in the strictest confidence to Gary McKinney at gary@refocus.co.nz or for more information call Gary on 021 1278 292.

331 Suffolk Road, Stoke, Nelson 7011, New Zealand

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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer63612262481155115

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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Our client, a leading manufacturer in the plastics industry in the sunny Top of the South, is expanding its engineering team. Committed to quality and customer satisfaction, they seek a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with ideally expertise in injection or blow moulding processes and strong welding skills. What is the role about? We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our client's team, playing a pivotal role in ensuring machinery's optimal performance and reliability. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned tradesperson with a background in injection or blow moulding, possessing excellent welding skills. A current Electral Service Technical (EST) registration with the EWRB is preferred, but not a dealbreaker. Your responsibilities will be: - Conduct routine and preventive maintenance on plastic manufacturing/moulding machinery. - Troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues, minimizing downtime. - Perform welding and fabrication tasks as required. - Collaborate with production and engineering teams to enhance machine efficiency. - Utilize diagnostic tools to identify and resolve equipment malfunctions. - Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment history. - Adhere to safety protocols and regulations in all maintenance activities. What does the ideal candidate bring? - Ideally trades qualified as a Mechanical Engineer. - Proven experience as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer in the plastics industry. - Strong welding and fabrication skills. - Proficiency in reading technical drawings and schematics. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively. - Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. - High attention to detail and commitment to quality. How to Apply: If you feel you are the right person for the job, or would like further information, please apply directly or call Monique or Daan during office hours for more information on (03) 5438106. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new job, please call us for a confidential discussion about your career. Applicants for this position must have either NZ citizenship or a current, open, and valid NZ work permit, and currently be physically in New Zealand. Tech 5 Recruitment is a New Zealand-owned and operated recruitment agency that works at the heart of New Zealand's industries to meet the recruitment needs of businesses nationwide. With a 30+ year history (operating previously as Tempz) in the Nelson region, we aim to be a trusted brand in the Tasman, Nelson and Marlborough district, continuing the proud history of many local businesses having grown over the years with our help. Lots, sometimes several generations, of people out of our local community have, at some stage in their careers, dealt with us. Our sound reputation rests on our careful placement and the high quality of the work provided by our temps. We have been successful in sourcing and placing temporary staff to clients from mainly the industrial, construction, factory and roading sectors, often also resulting in permanent outcomes for client and successful candidates too.

331 Suffolk Road, Stoke, Nelson 7011, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Maintenance & Grounds Worker63612251669121116

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Maintenance & Grounds Worker

Located at the beautiful northern end of the Abel Tasman National Park in the South Island of New Zealand lies Awaroa Lodge; a retreat nestled amongst untouched nature offering peace and tranquility. The Lodge features a range of accommodation options including family rooms and architecturally designed suites built to maximize views over a protected wetland area. The lodge also offers a restaurant and bar, cosy lounge and library, outdoor pizzeria and a sunny conservatory ideal for a sunset dinner after a day spent exploring the local area. We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Maintenance & Grounds Worker to join our team at the Awaroa Lodge. This is a Full-Time fixed term position starting late September and finishing end of April with an opportunity to move to another hotel within the group at the end of the season. The position is a live in position with accommodation and food and internet provided at a cost, the position is well suited to someone who enjoys the outdoors. Responsibilities: - Assist with landscaping, gardening, and groundskeeping tasks to maintain a pristine appearance throughout the Hotel. - Liaise daily with the General Manager or Maintenance Manager as to completion of jobs carried out. - Conduct routine inspections and maintenance tasks to ensure all lodge facilities, buildings and grounds are in excellent condition. - Comply with all safety and security policies according with Capstone standards, especially relating to customers properties. - Safely handling and transporting luggage to and from their accommodation to designated areas, if necessary. - Drive stock to and from designated areas. - Assist with portering duties. - Assist with the lodges incoming and outgoing freight. - Stay up to date with industry best practices, technological advancements, and regulatory requirements related to maintenance and facility management. Experience: - Prior experience in Maintenance or Handywork - Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving maintenance issues. - Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. - Solid understanding of safety regulations and practices, ensuring compliance and a safe working environment. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with staff, suppliers, and guests. We invite you to apply for the opportunity by submitting your application to julz@awaroalodge.co.nz

Tasman, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Marine Engineers - Deepwater Fishing Vessels63612245553795117

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Marine Engineers - Deepwater Fishing Vessels

About us At Sanford, we are proud of our 100+ years of seafood history, passionate about our industry and excited about our future. Our vision is Leadership in New Zealand Seafood, achieving this through a value led approach of care, passion, integrity and achieving together in all that we do. About the role Jump on board our deep-water fleet, a league of 12 fishing vessels operating year-round from Cape Reinga to the Ross Sea. Our deep-sea vessels can be at sea for up to 12 weeks at a time, catching, processing, and packaging seafood onboard, delivering the finest New Zealand seafood to tables worldwide. As a Marine Engineer with Sanford, you will have the opportunity to work aboard one of our vessels - including scampi, trawlers, and longliners - where you will be responsible for managing and maintaining the mechanical and electrical performance of the vessel's engineering systems. You'll work closely with the Skipper and wider crew to deliver safe, efficient operations while helping produce quality New Zealand seafood. Our vessels operate from ports including Timaru and Tauranga and across New Zealand waters, with a strong, values-led culture where people are considered our most important asset. This is an Independent Contractor role, working on a 6 weeks on - 6 weeks off rotation. Sanford covers the cost of your travel to get to the vessel and home again each journey. Responsibilities: * Ensure optimal functioning of all marine engineering systems, including diesel-electric propulsion and electric trawl winches, through regular maintenance and repair. * Troubleshoot, identify, and resolve technical issues promptly to ensure smooth operations throughout fishing voyages. * Work proactively to maximise fuel efficiency and reduce the vessel's environmental impact. * Maintain and enforce health and safety protocols, ensuring all engineering systems are routinely inspected and compliant with maritime safety regulations. About you: * Hold a Minimum MEC 5 or MEC 4 Certificate of Competency (or equivalent). * Proficient in marine engineering systems with preferred experience in diesel-electric propulsion and trawl winch operations. * Demonstrated experience in maintaining and repairing marine vessels, including ammonia or refrigerant-based freezing systems. * Good understanding of New Zealand maritime and operational regulations including MOSS, HSWA, Fisheries Act, and MPI food safety. * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to perform effectively in isolated and challenging sea-based environments. About the fleet: Sanford operates a diverse fleet of deepwater and scampi vessels, delivering premium seafood to international markets. Our deepwater fleet includes six vessels—San Waitaki, San Enterprise, San Discovery, San Granit, San Aspiring, and San Aotea II—primarily operating in the Southern Ocean on voyages lasting up to six to eight weeks. These vessels target species such as hoki, orange roughy, squid, ling, and Antarctic toothfish. Our vessels are highly versatile, processing and freezing products onboard to export standards, including H&G, fillets, squid tubes, fishmeal, and fish oil. Sanford also operates a scampi fleet of seven smaller deep-sea trawlers—Albatross II, Drysdale, Venture K, San Tangaroa, San Aramand, San Tongariro and San Koura Rangi. These vessels target scampi across New Zealand waters, freezing and packing product at sea before delivery to Bluff, Timaru, or direct export from Tauranga. You must be eligible to work in New Zealand. Our recruitment process includes pre-engagement checks including criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.

Tasman, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary