Senior Technician- Civil and Environ Engineering
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers.
Job Description
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
We seek an enthusiastic, self-motivated Senior Technician to join our Engineering team. You will support the staff and students across various technical operations essential to research activities. You will demonstrate technical expertise and have health and safety knowledge to guide others.You will contribute critically to safety in a dynamic and busy industrial environment.
This is a full-time, fixed-term for 12 months, 37.5 hours per week role. The salary range for this role is $72,000 - $77,100 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.
He korero mou | About you
You will have a trade certificate, or a degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, along with 2-5 years of relevant experience. You will have experience in fabrication with wood and metals. You will have a strong commitment to safety, including implementing safety practices in your work.
Our suitable candidate will have the following:
Essential
Experience in construction, carpentry, general building and mechanicalExcellent organizational and planning skills
A strong aptitude and willingness to learn
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Computer literacy and proficiency in IT skills
Ability to work proactively, autonomously, and in a team
Strong relationship-building skills and customer service focus
Preferred
Experience in concrete, timber or steel structures or materials testingExperience in operating gantry cranes, forklifts, knuckle booms and scissor lifts
Skills in maintaining and repairing hydraulic systems
Knowledge of essential electronic equipment and troubleshooting
Ability to analyse, research, learn, and adopt new methods and techniques for research projects and teaching activities
Nga ahuatanga kei a matou | What we offer
The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities.
The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:
Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave
In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services.
Me pehea te tuku tono | How to apply
Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 3/11/2025 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
Please reach out to Sujith Padiyara - s.padiyara@auckland.ac.nz for more information.We do not accept email applications. Please send your applications through using the following link - https://smrtr.io/vdRND
If we find a suitable candidate, we may close the advert earlier.