Infrastructure Cadet

Hastingslibraries; Hastings; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Hastings is looking for an Infrastructure Cadet to gain practical experience in infrastructure projects while pursuing an NZ Diploma in Engineering. This role involves tasks like data collection, assisting with site visits, and supporting project planning to construction. Ideal candidates will have solid maths and science skills, be proactive problem solvers, and have a restricted driver's license. This offers a solid foundation for a career in engineering and positively impacting the Hastings community.

Qualifications

• Solid maths and science skills (NCEA Level 2+).
• Keen to study towards an NZ Diploma in Engineering.
• Confident using a computer and quick to learn new tools.
• Proactive, positive, and enjoy solving problems.
• Restricted driver's licence and willingness to work on site.

Responsibilities

• Collecting data and assisting with site visits.
• Writing reports and supporting projects from planning to construction.
• Working with contractors.

Skills

Maths and science skills

Problem-solving

Computer proficiency

Communication

Education

NCEA Level 2+

NZ Diploma in Engineering (to be pursued)

Job description

Job Category: Infrastructure,Programme Delivery Office

Welcome to Heretaunga, the area renowned for its rich and fertile landscape that is sustained by its life-giving dews and waterways. Welcome to Heretaunga, whose beauty is observed by the sharp eye of the harrier hawk; a landscape rich in history and with an esteemed legacy of caring and providing for its inhabitants.

Ready to start your career and learn on the job? As an Infrastructure Cadet, you’ll get paid real experience across transportation, 3 waters, and other important projects that help keep Hastings running. This is an awesome opportunity to learn from experienced engineers while you study towards an NZ Diploma in Engineering.

You’ll jump into a range of tasks—like collecting data, helping with site visits, writing reports, working with contractors, and supporting projects from planning all the way through to construction. You’ll also get the chance to help improve how we work and bring new ideas to the table.

Ōu wheako – about you

• You’ve got solid maths and science skills (NCEA Level 2+).
• You’re keen to study towards an NZ Diploma in Engineering.
• You’re curious about how things are built and how infrastructure works.
• You’re confident using a computer and quick to learn new tools.
• You can communicate well with different people—teams, contractors, and consultants.
• You’re proactive, positive, and enjoy solving problems.
• You’ve got a restricted driver’s licence and are happy to get out on site.

This is a perfect first step if you’re finishing school and want a career where you can learn, grow, and make a real impact. If you’re motivated, willing to learn, and excited about building a better future for Hastings, we’d love to hear from you!

Situated in the heart of Ngāti Kahungunu, the Hastings district and Hawke’s Bay offer an enjoyable environment in which to live, work and play. We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. Are you keen to be a part of our journey?

Job Description

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Applications close: Wednesday 24 December 2025

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