Site Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 30, 2026.
Higgins is looking for a motivated and driven Site Engineer to join our Surfacing and Road Marking team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a variety of projects while developing your career with one of New Zealand's leading infrastructure businesses.
The successful candidate will be flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work night shifts and travel, including extended stays away from home.
What you'll be doing
- Supporting the planning and delivery of surfacing and road marking projects
- Ensuring work is completed safely, on time, within budget, and to specification
- Coordinating labour, plant, subcontractors, and materials
- Monitoring project performance, productivity, and costs
- Preparing quality documentation and project records
- Conducting site inspections and ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards
- Supporting contract administration, forecasting, and reporting
- Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and project teams
What you'll bring
- Qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
- Experience in civil construction, surfacing, road maintenance, road marking, or infrastructure projects
- Strong planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills
- Working knowledge of health, safety, quality, and environmental requirements
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management systems
- Full Class 1 Driver Licence
- Willingness to work predominantly night shifts and travel as required
We offer:
- Competitive salary package
- Permanent, full-time role
- Exposure to a variety of surfacing and road marking projects
- KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
- Z fuel discounts, including a monthly free pie and coffee
- Great benefits for you and your whānau
About Higgins
Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure business delivering projects that connect communities across New Zealand. We are committed to safety, quality, sustainability, and creating opportunities for our people to grow and succeed.
We're with you on the road ahead
Ko tātou kei a koe i te huarahi kei mua
We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date
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Research shows that females and minority groups don't always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don't quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.