Lead Estimator & Designer

The company: A long-established and reputable sheet metal fabrication company is seeking a skilled Estimator to join their team on a temporary basis with the possibility to go permanent. With decades of experience delivering high-quality architectural and structural metalwork, their work spans residential, commercial, and industrial sectors across the Auckland region. The role: This role is perfect for someone with a background in fabrication or manufacturing who enjoys working with numbers, reviewing technical drawings, and pricing bespoke metalwork projects. You'll be responsible for preparing accurate, timely estimates and collaborating with both internal teams and clients to ensure projects run smoothly and profitably. Key responibilities: - Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and project briefs. - Perform accurate take-offs for materials, labour, and subcontracted work. - Liaise with suppliers to obtain up-to-date pricing. - Produce and submit detailed estimates, quotes, and tenders. - Track and record job costs and variations. - Collaborate with project and workshop teams to ensure accuracy and feasibility. What you'll need: - Estimating experience in sheet metal or related fabrication industries. - Strong ability to interpret CAD and engineering drawings. - Sound knowledge of metal types and fabrication methods. - Proficiency with Excel; estimating software experience is a bonus. - Good communication skills and a high attention to detail. What you'll get in return: - Competitive hourly rate based on experience. - 3-month temp role with a view to permanent employment. - Supportive team environmentwith a great team culture. - Work on diverse and interesting fabrication projects. - Opportunit for growth. How to apply: If this sounds like you, please click 'apply now' with an updated CV, or call Dylan on 022 657 9248

We're Hiring: AutoCAD Designer – Join NZ’s Leading Fuel Tanker Manufacturer! Location: Porirua, Wellington Company: Tanker Solutions Ltd Employment Type: Full-Time Start Date: Immediate or by negotiation Tanker Solutions Ltd is New Zealand’s leading manufacturer and service provider of fuel tankers, with over 500 units built since 2007. With continued growth and exciting projects ahead, we’re looking for a skilled AutoCAD Operator to join our experienced design and engineering team. About the Role: As our AutoCAD Operator, you’ll work closely with our engineers and workshop team to produce high-quality technical drawings for fuel tanker builds and remounts. Your drawings will help bring innovative tanker designs to life—supporting safety, compliance, and top-tier functionality. Key Responsibilities: • Create detailed 2D CAD drawings for new builds and remounts • Update and revise technical drawings based on project changes or client requests • Collaborate with engineering, fabrication, CNC machining teams and laser cutting teams • Maintain drawing records and documentation in line with quality standards • Ensure designs meet relevant heavy transport and dangerous goods safety regulations and standards What We’re Looking For: • Proficiency in AutoCAD - 2D essential • Experience in Solidworks advantageous • Previous experience in heavy transport vehicle and/or fuel tanker drafting preferred • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications • Attention to detail and strong organisational skills • Good communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team • Experience and knowledge of the New Zealand transport industry would be advantageous • Understanding of NZ transport or dangerous goods regulations (preferred, not essential) What We Offer: • Competitive hourly rate or salary (based on experience) • Friendly, down-to-earth team culture • Stable, long-term work in an essential industry • Opportunities to grow with the company • On-site parking and great facilities in Porirua Ready to Join Us? Send your CV and portfolio of recent AutoCAD work to scott@tankersolutions.co.nz

We're Hiring: AutoCAD Designer – Join NZ’s Leading Fuel Tanker Manufacturer! Location: Porirua, Wellington Company: Tanker Solutions Ltd Employment Type: Full-Time Start Date: Immediate or by negotiation Tanker Solutions Ltd is New Zealand’s leading manufacturer and service provider of fuel tankers, with over 500 units built since 2007. With continued growth and exciting projects ahead, we’re looking for a skilled AutoCAD Operator to join our experienced design and engineering team. About the Role: As our AutoCAD Operator, you’ll work closely with our engineers and workshop team to produce high-quality technical drawings for fuel tanker builds and remounts. Your drawings will help bring innovative tanker designs to life—supporting safety, compliance, and top-tier functionality. Key Responsibilities: • Create detailed 2D CAD drawings for new builds and remounts • Update and revise technical drawings based on project changes or client requests • Collaborate with engineering, fabrication, CNC machining teams and laser cutting teams • Maintain drawing records and documentation in line with quality standards • Ensure designs meet relevant heavy transport and dangerous goods safety regulations and standards What We’re Looking For: • Proficiency in AutoCAD - 2D essential • Experience in Solidworks advantageous • Previous experience in heavy transport vehicle and/or fuel tanker drafting preferred • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications • Attention to detail and strong organisational skills • Good communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team • Experience and knowledge of the New Zealand transport industry would be advantageous • Understanding of NZ heavy transport • Dangerous goods regulations (preferred, not essential) What We Offer: • Competitive hourly rate or salary (based on experience) • Friendly, down-to-earth team culture • Stable, long-term work in an essential industry • Opportunities to grow with the company • On-site parking and great facilities in Porirua Ready to Join Us? Send your CV and portfolio of recent AutoCAD work to scott@tankersolutions.co.nz

Our client is a family owned and operated metalwork firm, out of North Canterbury that specialise in high-end architectural jobs. This role is solely focussed on Architectural Steel Draftsperson work, they specialise in creating and designing gates, balustrades, stairs and other bespoke projects.   Key tasks: * Create 3D Model- Content varies from staircases and doors to steel beams and balustrades * Prepare drawings to include plans, elevations, sections and details * Communicating with the team to ensure accurate information is relayed * Review documents to identify any conflicts or missing details   Skills & attributes required: * Ideally hold a trade qualification or 5+ years of relevant work experience * Ability to work unsupervised and complete jobs from start to finish alone * Recent experience using Advanced Steel or Tekla Software - ideally within the last 12 months.  * Experience in generating and editing detailed drawings of architectural metalwork items, such as staircases and specialist projects * Strong attention to detail    Culture & benefits: * Competitive wage based on previous experience: $27 - $37 per hour * Interesting and varied work in a supportive team environment * Opportunity for long term, permanent employment   Ideally you will be available to start work immediately and you will be comfortable working on a temporary contract through OneStaff. There is a possibility that the role could turn permanent for someone with the right skills and attitude. Please apply online now with a CV or call Louis or Chris on (03) 3773992 if you have any further questions.

We at Elite Mechanical & Engineering are looking for an experienced person to join our busy team. We pride ourselves in turning out exceptional, innovative work to a wide variety of customers. This is your chance to join a talented workforce. If you're experienced and who loves the sheetmetal industry—not just because of your technical expertise, but because you genuinely enjoy working with people. Can see the most practical approach to any project, whether it’s sketched or drawn, and can confidently guide customers towards solutions. You're equally comfortable at your desk creating quick, accurate quotes or getting your boots dirty checking on-site. You’re organized without being overly formal, decisive without being dismissive, and personable enough to naturally build strong, ongoing relationships with customers and team members alike. Fast, Accurate Estimating/Quoting Specifically large projects Relationship Building: Develop genuine, trust-based relationships with our key clients. You’ll offer practical advice Team Leadership & Collaboration: Work closely with the Management. You will also actively share knowledge, mentor colleagues, and routinely step into the other people’s shoes to keep everything running smoothly when required All candidates MUST: • Be a NZ resident or have a valid NZ work visa. • Be trade qualified with proven experience and work-related references. • Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and weld details. • Be well organized with good attention to detail. • Be able to work on site as a representative of the company. • Be reliable, punctual, tidy, working well with others and contributing to a positive workplace culture. • Be aware of, and comply with Health & Safety requirements and compliance. • Have a current Class 1 driver’s license • Be physically fit and healthy Benefits: • Competitive remuneration package based on experience. • Opportunity for ongoing training with other experienced staff. • Work for an evolving business with a wide variation in work and products. • Paid day of for Birthday Please forward applications and / or further questions to Micheal Mooney – at mike@eliteengineering.co.nz or call on 0274653208 by 14 September 2025

The role As a Design Estimator at Northpower, you'll be right at the heart of things, working on design, pricing, planning, and tendering to meet our customer's needs and help drive the success of the business. You'll be collaborating with the Design Estimation Manager and the team to bring everything together and make sure our projects run smoothly. We are looking for a Design Estimator based in New Plymouth. You'll be part of a supportive team where your contributions really count and where you'll have the opportunity to make an impact every day. The key responsibilities for the Design Estimator position include: - Design Overhead and Underground Network according to customer specifications and regulatory requirements - Ensure compliance with Northpower, customer, and regulatory standards - Achieve customer satisfaction and generate compliance reports - Provide pricing for network and customer-initiated works - Plan the delivery of primary works - Prepare and negotiate tender and contract documentation - Effectively hand over projects to Project Managers - Document project information accurately - Produce CAD construction and as-built drawings to customer standards - Provide CAD drafting services and update network drawings - Capture GPS data for design and as-built purposes.- What's in it for you? You'll be joining a team that's all about creating a positive and supportive work environment where collaboration is key. We take pride in our leadership team, who are always there to guide and encourage you, helping you bring your best work to the table. You will enjoy benefits like: - Competitive remuneration with full private use vehicle/tool of trade vehicle - An in-house well-being programme, a peer support network (Kaitiaki) and EAP services - Life Insurance and group discounted medical insurance - Commitment to professional growth and development - A friendly workplace where people are valued and appreciated - Tailored leadership development in line with our specialised capability framework - Social club, family-friendly events and discounted gym membership along with various retail discounts. About you We're on the lookout for an experienced Design Estimator with a solid background in the Electrical Distribution Network sector. If you've got a proven track record in design, estimation, and project planning, we'd love to hear from you! To succeed in this role, you'll bring some (or all) of the following skills and experience: - A BE in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or an Electrical Diploma - A clean Class 1 driver's license - At least 5 years of experience in electrical distribution or transmission design - Knowledge of Zone substation switchgear, Network HV/LV infrastructure, overhead and underground services, network reinforcements, and electricity supply distribution for - new subdivisions - Strong organizational and planning skills - A solid commitment to HSQE standards, proactive safety culture, and Safety by Design principles - Great interpersonal skills, ideally in a multi-cultural environment - Critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Integrity, consistency, and the ability to stay composed under pressure - The ability to motivate, influence, and maintain a strong customer focus About us Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangarei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers. We are one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements. We have over 1,400 staff working together across 14 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers. Get in touch! Join us if you're looking for a career defining role within a growing team where you can make your mark! Direct your profile into our career's website and search for # REQ1533 Suitable applicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interest early! Pre-employment checks may include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment. Northpower has an in-house recruitment team who manage recruitment for all our vacancies. If you're interested in a role with us, we would encourage you to apply directly online to us, as we don't accept candidates via agency (unless the role is advertised by the agency at our request).