Senior Hydraulics Fire Protection Engineer

Want to bring ideas to life

As a building hydraulics designer youre no doubt aware of Aurecon weve been a leading design engineering and advisory company for decades. But why should you choose to join us

How will your ideas contribute to shaping whats next

As our new Building Hydraulics engineer youll be a vital part of the buildings team that is changing the way we design and deliver major projects to achieve carbon neutrality and more sustainable buildings. Your role will include:

• Hydraulic Systems Design Develop and optimize hydraulic systems to ensure energy-efficient sustainable building performance.

• Exciting Projects Join an energetic team working on some of New Zealands most eminent projects.

• Project Collaboration Work alongside architects buildings engineers and other professionals to integrate hydraulic solutions into diverse building projects.

• Compliance & Standards Ensure designs meet New Zealand building codes environmental regulations and industry standards for safety and efficiency.

• Technical Assessments Conduct site inspections system analysis and performance evaluations to refine designs and troubleshoot issues.

• Innovation & Sustainability Implement cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices to enhance building functionality and reduce environmental impact.

• Professional Growth Opportunities Chart your career growth in a supportive environment.

What are we looking for from you

Youll have a genuine passion for re-imagining problems and continuous learning to help shape the future.

We value the fact that each of our team members brings something unique to Aurecon. We seek individuals who have had a diverse range of experiences throughout their careers and can demonstrate how they have collaborated as part of a team to bring ideas to life.

As well as experience in a similar hydraulic building services engineering role. Specifically:

• Technical Expertise 8-10 years experience with strong knowledge of hydraulics systems including potable and hot water stormwater sanitary drainage trade waste and gas system building systems with experience in design documentation and project execution. Experience in fire protection systems including hydrants hose-reels and sprinklers is beneficial.

• Problem-Solving Skills Ability to analyse complex engineering challenges develop innovative solutions and optimize hydraulic systems for efficiency and sustainability.

• Collaboration & Communication Effective teamwork and stakeholder engagement with clear communication skills to liaise with architects engineers and clients.

• Regulatory Knowledge Understanding of New Zealand building codes industry standards and compliance requirements to ensure high-quality compliant designs.

• Project Management Capability to manage multiple projects meet deadlines and work efficiently within a fast-paced consultancy environment.

• Passion for Innovation A proactive mindset eager to explore new technologies and sustainable practices to enhance building performance.

• A Client Focus Understand our clients perspective and aligning advice designs and service to meet their needs.

Were after someone who has genuine passion for reimagining problems and continuous learning to help shape the future. We value that each of our team members brings something different to Aurecon. We look for people who have a broad range of experiences throughout their career and who can demonstrate how they have worked as part of a team to bring ideas to life.

Whats in it for me
You really can bring your whole self to work and be confident that your voice will be heard. We dont just claim that were inclusive and innovative its proven by the independent awards and accreditations we have gained and were always seeking new ways to prove (and improve!) our commitment to diversity.

In May 2023 we were the first engineering company in Aotearoa to receive the Gender Tick led by our people for our people.

Our Māori strategy (He Rautaki Māori) won two Good Design awards in 2022 for its outstanding contribution in bringing Te Āo Māori and digital innovation into operations and decision-making processes.

Ready to bring ideas to life

Then please apply now! We are an equitable-opportunity employer that values diverse perspectives and the contribution that every one of our people makes to our culture. Put simply we want you to bring your whole self!

We know that people from historically or currently marginalised backgrounds are less likely to apply for roles where they dont match all the advertisement criteria exactly - if this advert has piqued your interest and your experience may not align fully then we still want to hear from you and encourage you to apply. Remember its your potential and how you bring ideas to life which are important.

Your background unique needs and individuality are valued here. We are committed to ensuring that you are well supported so that our recruitment process is fair equitable inclusive and available to everyone. Please let us know what adjustments or support you need to make the recruitment process more accessible to you.

Whakahā ngā whakaaro / Breathing life into our ideas thoughts views
Kia māia kia kaha mahi tahi / Be bold be strong work as one