Project Engineer – Kinleith Mill
Te whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
Our Industrial team is delivering a significant and varied portfolio of work for a key client at their pulp and paper site in Kinleith. We manage a mix of capital and non‑routine maintenance projects through a dedicated onsite team, supported by specialist expertise from across our regional offices.
We’re looking for a Project Engineer to join this driven, collaborative and supportive site‑based team. This is a hands‑on role where no two days are the same, offering exposure to a broad range of engineering and project activities, with plenty of opportunity to learn, grow and take on increasing responsibility.
He aha tāu mahi | What you’ll be doing
Deliver a range of engineering tasks with increasing scope and responsibility, supported by senior engineers
Apply engineering standards, procedures and best practice to analyse and progress technical matters
Prepare accurate, high‑quality documentation that meets project and client requirements
Contribute proactively to project delivery through effective collaboration, meetings, and day‑to‑day coordination
Communicate clearly with team members, managers and clients to manage expectations, progress, and timelines
Work safely and collaboratively, complying with HSE requirements and supporting colleagues as needed
Te noho ki Kinleith | Life at Kinleith
Located next to Tokoroa, Kinleith sits at the heart of New Zealand’s forest industry. Surrounded by farmland and pine forests, the area offers easy access to the natural beauty of the Waikato region. With Rotorua, Taupō, Tauranga, and Mount Ruapehu all within reach, you’ll enjoy an abundance of outdoor activities from hiking, fishing and hunting to snow sports - right on your doorstep!
Ko wai koe | About you
You’re a project-focused engineer with experience in an industrial or consulting environment. You communicate confidently, build strong working relationships and enjoy coordinating people, tasks and technical outcomes. Organised and curious by nature, you take pride in delivering high‑quality work and seeing projects through.
Role Requirements include:
A tertiary qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Project management qualification and/or demonstrated project management experience
A strong customer focus, problem‑solving mindset, and willingness to take ownership
Experience in pulp and paper or supporting shutdown projects is highly regarded, but not essential.
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
Ready to make everyday better? Apply now.
Skills Required
- Tertiary qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- Project management qualification or demonstrated project management experience
- Experience in pulp and paper or shutdown projects
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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