Port Engineer

Ka whati te tai, ka pao te tōrea

When opportunity arises, we must be ready to strike before it passes.

About the Role

As our Port Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring Lyttelton Port Company's critical infrastructure remains safe, reliable and fit for the future. Providing structural and civil engineering expertise across our port assets, you'll support asset management, maintenance and project delivery while working closely with operational teams, contractors and consultants to deliver practical engineering solutions. From inspecting wharves and supporting maintenance programmes to delivering engineering projects and contributing to long-term asset planning, you'll help ensure our infrastructure continues to support the safe and efficient operation of the port.

What sets you apart

You're a qualified Civil Engineer with strong structural engineering knowledge and a practical, solutions-focused approach. You enjoy working across a diverse range of engineering challenges, building positive relationships with stakeholders, and balancing technical expertise with the needs of a busy operational environment. Comfortable both in the office and out on site, you're organised, adaptable and committed to delivering safe, high-quality outcomes.

• A Civil Engineering degree and at least five years' relevant engineering experience.
• Experience in structural engineering and a strong understanding of structural load paths.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and project coordination skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities, solve problems and work effectively in a dynamic environment.
• A commitment to health and safety, continuous improvement and professional development.

This role sits within a broader internal salary band reflecting relativities across the organisation for the same or similar sized roles and performance. New appointments will be made in the range of $107,773 to $120,453 inclusiveof KiwiSaver and will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role

Benefits of joining the LPC team

Time – We offer five weeks of annual leave, giving you plenty of time to relax, recharge, and spend with the people and activities you love.

Wellbeing – Your health matters. We provide access to TELUS Health for you and your household, offering confidential support and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. We also offer health insurance through Southern Cross for you as an employee. You’ll also receive gym membership discounts at Christchurch City Council facilities and 10 sick days from day one.

Family – Our leading parental leave policy supports both primary and secondary caregivers. Primary caregivers receive 26 additional weeks at the same rate as IRD, secondary carers receive four weeks of paid leave, and we protect your superannuation contributions- along with other great benefits.

Fun – Join our social club or get involved in exciting activities organised by Te Whakaroopu (our Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Belonging Committee).

Learning – We invest in your growth! Explore LearningHub, (our learning management system), take advantage of professional development opportunities and benefit from on the job learning and coaching to develop your skills and progress your career.

LPC is a proud member of Diversity Works and the Pride Pledge, reinforcing our commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

About LPC

Lyttelton Port Company (LPC) is the South Island's largest international trade gateway, focused on facilitating the growth of trade for Christchurch, Canterbury, and the wider South Island.  Our services are critical to the success of a diverse range of exporters and importers and supporting thousands of jobs in the region. Sustainability and the safety of our people are at the centre of everything we do. This is an exciting time to join LPC.

Pre-employment Requirements

LPC require all successful candidates to pass a Pre-employment assessment which includes a Health Assessment, a Drug and Alcohol Test, Pre-Employment Ministry of Justice Check, a TORO check and a Pre-employment ACC Check.

Eligibility

Legal entitlement to work in New Zealand is a requirement

Apply for this role

If this role sounds like a good fit for you, we’d love to hear from you. Click apply to submit your application.

Applications close: Wednesday 9th September, 5pm

For further information, please email [email protected]