Engineering Graduate Programme (Dec 2024)

About HEB Construction

HEB Construction is a leading infrastructure company in New Zealand, offering a wide range of services from road construction to major projects. As part of the Vinci Construction International Network, HEB combines local expertise with global resources, fostering a culture where collaboration and partnership are key. From its beginnings as a family-owned business in 1975 to becoming a Tier 1 infrastructure company, they have built a strong reputation for excellence and innovation, working together with clients and partners to create a better future.

Your role

Applications are now open for their 2025 Graduate Programme intake, starting December 2024/January 2025.

As a graduate at HEB Construction, you'll work with leaders in their fields, and be involved in some of the fantastic work they do, such as ports & marine piling, large-scale land development and utilities, road surfacing & maintenance, bridge construction, all the way through to major National Projects that change our landscape.

Training & development 

They run a two-year programme, where you get the fantastic opportunity to rotate through their specialised business units as a Graduate Engineer with a dedicated team to support you through your journey.

Throughout the two-year programme, you'll have the opportunity to grow and develop as an engineering professional. The hands-on practical experience you gain working with them is complemented by professional development opportunities such as support with your ENZ accreditation, internal and external training, and a dedicated mentor from the business to help you navigate your first steps into a successful career in Civil Construction.

Compensation & benefits

HEB offers an excellent benefits package to their employees. According to a third-party source, the estimated total pay range for a Graduate Engineer at HEB Construction is NZD 61,000 to NZD 72,000 per year, which includes base salary and additional pay. In addition to this, you will also have access to other benefits such as:

• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Increased Kiwisaver employer contribution rates over tenure milestones for enrolled employees
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A wide range of retailer discounts
• Access to free confidential counselling and support services

Career progression

According to third-party sources, despite some challenges, HEB offers a work environment that provides opportunities for personal and professional growth within the industry. While long hours and demanding tasks are noted, employees appreciate the chance to develop skills and advance their careers in a family-oriented atmosphere.

Work-life balance

HEB Construction offers a comprehensive benefits package aimed at supporting employees' work-life balance and overall well-being. With perks such as medical and life insurance, health and well-being programs, employee assistance, birthday leave, gym discounts, and parental leave, the company prioritizes the holistic needs of its workforce, ensuring they have the necessary support to thrive both professionally and personally.

Company culture

HEB fosters a culture centred on diversity, individuality, and the empowerment of its team members. Employees are encouraged to express their skills and contribute to the company's core purpose of improving the lives of New Zealanders through infrastructure projects. With a focus on talent support and recognition, HEB cultivates an environment where individuals can make a meaningful difference and innovate collectively as part of a unified team.

To learn more about the culture at HEB, watch this video here.

About you

Qualifications

You will be completing the final year of your bachelor's degree in a Civil Engineering or Construction-related discipline and have a strong understanding and passion for civil contracting and the environment they operate in. You will need to move around their sites and projects to gain breadth and depth of experience, so being flexible around your work location is a must.

How to apply

Please send your cover letter and CV upon application.

Source

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• heb.co.nz/about/
• heb.co.nz/work-with-us/
• indeed.com
• glassdoor.com