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Lead Engineer - Wastewater Treatment
Ghd
Global leader in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services.
Lead engineer overseeing wastewater treatment plant projects from design to commissioning.
7d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
Hybrid
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Architecture
Construction services
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Property Development
Sector Specialisms
Water
Energy
Resources
Environment
Property and Buildings
Transportation
Hydrology and Hydrodynamics
Digital Technologies
Role
What you would be doing
design management
technical delivery
qa/qc
commissioning
client relations
mentoring
Work closely with clients, building trusted relationships and ensuring project success
Support business development through proposal preparation and repeat work generation
Provide strong design management and technical oversight, including QA/QC and peer reviews
Lead technical delivery from feasibility through to commissioning for both new and existing plants
Mentor and coach junior engineers, contributing to team growth and capability
Maintain high standards in quality assurance, documentation, and knowledge sharing
What you bring
civil engineering
chartered engineer
hazop
design management
bowin
plant3d
Relevant university degree in Civil Engineering with 10+ years of industry or consulting experience
Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) an advantagebut not a requirement.
Effective multitasking and ability to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines
Skilled HAZOP and Safety in Design workshop facilitator
Strong teamwork and mentoring abilities to develop high-performing professional
Proven design management and leadership skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office and technical software such as BoWin, Sumo, and Plant3D
Experienced in taking ownership of large, complex projects including multidisciplinary impacts and risks.
The organization has been evolving since 1928, starting as a small engineering practice and growing into a global powerhouse.
5 Continents
Global Presence
The organization operates across five continents, with key markets including Australia, the United States, and the UK.
With a focus on innovation, it integrates expertise across various sectors to deliver world-class solutions.
The organization is known for tackling large and complex projects, such as designing bridges and tunnels and constructing energy-efficient buildings.
Notable projects include infrastructure development for major cities and energy-efficient solutions for industrial facilities.
The organization continues to expand its digital and technological capabilities to ensure solutions are cutting-edge and sustainable.
Culture + Values
Safety
Teamwork
Respect
Integrity
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net-zero target validated by SBTi
Science-based target validated by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) for achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by FY2050.
2025
Carbon neutral commitment
Committed to achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025.
70%
Recycled materials in packaging
Boxes for electrical products use 70% recycled materials and are fully recyclable.
Prioritising direct emissions reductions over purchasing carbon offsets (statement from Enterprise Sustainability Leader)
Partnered with Decarbonisation Network to support clients' decarbonisation roadmaps and accelerate net-zero goals
Slimline packaging to reduce material usage and transportation impact
Inclusion & Diversity
Level 4–5
GDEIB Inclusion Benchmark
Targeting level 4–5 on the Global Disability Inclusion Benchmarking (GDEIB) by 2025.
9 Employee Groups
Resource Groups Established
Established 9 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support various diversity demographics.
Board‑mandated aim to become #1 in industry for inclusion & diversity
I&D strategy built on five behaviours: open, informed, accountable, empathetic, bold
Inclusion & Diversity goals embedded in employee performance reviews
Awards: Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (2020–2022), Workforce Diversity Award (2021), Disability Equality Index – Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion (2023)
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