Te whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
We're looking for a Senior Project Engineer (Mechanical) to join our Industrial team and deliver projects within one of New Zealand's largest and most complex heavy manufacturing environments. Based in South Auckland, you'll lead capital projects and equipment upgrades that improve plant performance, safety and operational reliability.
In this role, you'll lead projects through the full lifecycle, from concept development and equipment specification through to procurement, installation and commissioning. Working closely with stakeholders, contractors, suppliers and operational teams, you'll deliver practical engineering solutions that improve plant performance and operational effectiveness.
You'll contribute to a diverse portfolio of capital, reliability, maintenance, safety and operational improvement initiatives. Working within one of Aotearoa's largest and most complex industrial manufacturing facilities, you'll work with advanced manufacturing technologies, large-scale mechanical systems and critical production assets that support one of New Zealand's most significant industrial operations.
He aha tāu mahi | What you’ll be doing
Leading capital projects, equipment upgrades and operational improvement initiatives within a live manufacturing environment
Managing project scope, programme, budget, risk and stakeholder engagement from concept through to operational handover
Coordinating equipment vendors, suppliers and local contractors through procurement, installation and commissioning
Working with operations and maintenance teams to integrate new equipment into existing plant infrastructure
Leading safe installation and commissioning activities in brownfield environments while maintaining operational continuity
Ko wai koe | About you
You're a practical, safety-focused and proactive engineer who enjoys taking ownership, building trusted relationships and delivering successful outcomes in complex industrial environments.
You’ll bring:
A Mechanical Engineering qualification and experience delivering capital projects within heavy industrial or manufacturing environments
Strong project management, stakeholder engagement and contractor management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
Experience managing brownfield installations with a focus on health, safety and operational risk management
Eligibility to work in New Zealand
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer looking to work alongside industry experts, deliver high-value projects that directly influence operational performance, and build a long-term career within one of New Zealand's leading engineering consultancies.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
A supportive and caring environment where you can bring your whole self to work
Opportunities to learn from industry experts and technical leaders across Asia Pacific
A strong culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing
Excellent benefits, including discounted health insurance, gym membership discounts, and social club events
Beca prides itself on supporting a diverse and inclusive culture – open to inputs from creative people of all genders, ethnicities, identities, thoughts and experiences.
Tonoa mai | Apply now
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Skills Required
- Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering
- 4+ years' experience delivering projects within heavy industrial or manufacturing environments
- Experience managing project scope, programme, cost and risk
- Experience working across maintenance, reliability, or capital projects
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
- Confidence working independently in a client-facing environment
- Strong computer literacy, including project documentation and reporting
- Eligibility to work in New Zealand
Beca Group Limited Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Beca Group Limited and has not been reviewed or approved by Beca Group Limited.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave options include wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, enhanced compassionate leave, and family‑friendly parental leave layered on top of annual leave. These programs are positioned as core benefits, with specifics varying by country.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing resources include an Employee Assistance Program, wellness initiatives, and employee‑led affinity groups, with some locations also offering gym discounts and similar perks. Flexible working arrangements are emphasized as part of the overall wellbeing approach.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employee ownership with a broad shareholding base and a long‑running share scheme provides potential long‑term value and alignment for eligible employees. Participation depends on eligibility and tenure, so the impact varies by individual.
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What We Do
Beca is one of the largest employee-owned professional services consultancy firms in the Asia-Pacific region, providing engineering, design, and advisory services to help clients optimize assets and infrastructure.
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