Graduate Civil Engineer - Water, Christchurch

Graduate Civil Engineer - Water, Christchurch - ( 260000GZ ) Description Are you a new graduate (or soon to graduate in 2026) with a Civil Engineering qualification? Do you aspire to develop and grow in a collaborative and supportive environment, then join Stantec’s 2026-2027 Graduate Programme and kickstart your career with us! Fantastic perks Engineering NZ Accredited : 2-year graduate development programme. Competitive Salary : NZD74,000 base salary plus benefits such as spot bonuses, banking discounts, and an extra day's leave. Insurance : Receive a range of insurances including health cover through Southern Cross Medical Insurance Global Network : Connect with our international Developing Professionals Group for training and networking across New Zealand and Australia. Professional Support : Get mentored for your Engineering New Zealand Accreditation and personal career development. Flexible Work Environment : Enjoy flexible working hours and excellent employee benefits. What you’ll do As a Graduate Civil Engineer based in Stantec’s Christchurch office, you will join a friendly and supportive team who will guide you on your journey to gain experience and exposure, enhance your technical skills and develop your insight into the multifaceted nature of the water industry. Technical guidance and career progression will also be facilitated throughout the Graduate Programme, which you will follow along with the rest of your cohort. Additionally, you may have opportunities to support other disciplines within the Stantec Water Team, including dams and dam safety, structural, geotechnical, electrical, and mechanical engineering. Collaboration across disciplines is encouraged on various projects, providing a well-rounded learning experience. Our Christchurch Civil team typically works for local district councils, and we may however from time‑to‑time support other regional offices across New Zealand and internally to deliver a variety of projects across the water sector. In this team, your day‑to‑day tasks may include: Site visits to review project progress, perform tests and completing site walkovers to ensure sites are operating safely. Performing data analysis and design calculations. Attending workshops, training, and career development opportunities. Reviewing drawings and designs for construction projects. Assisting with work on drinking water and wastewater treatment plants. Writing risk assessments, reports, memos, and other project management documentation. What You Bring Recent graduate with a Bachelor or Master of Civil Engineering (hon) or equivalent Motivated, pragmatic, and eager to learn across various disciplines Strong interest in water engineering Demonstrated personal leadership qualities and thrive in challenging environments Eligibility Be a recent graduate or due to finish studies by December 2026 Preferably have a full clean current driving licence Working Rights: Student Visa, Permanent Resident, Citizen Primary Location New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch Organization BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand Employee Status Regular Job Level Entry Level Travel No Schedule Full-time Job Posting Jul 12, 2026, 2:16:59 PM Req ID 260000GZ Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr