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Intermediate Architectural Cad Technician

About the role

Strata Group Consulting Engineers are excited to advertise an opportunity for an experienced, motivated and forward-thinking intermediate level Architectural CAD Technician keen to progress their career alongside experienced engineers and industry leaders in our Hastings team.

You will bring at least 5 years' experience as an architectural draughtsperson in New Zealand, with a strong technical knowledge of construction and a proven understanding of the New Zealand Building Code and Standards. While your primary focus will be architectural draughting, experience in structural draughting will be highly regarded.

The key focus of this role is producing high-quality architectural drawings, consent documentation, detailed design packages and technical specifications across a wide variety of commercial, industrial and residential projects. You will have the confidence and proven knowledge to navigate code compliance requirements and deliver accurate and coordinated documentation from concept through to consent and construction.

Strata Group Consulting Engineers is a 100% Kiwi-owned, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong structural and civil engineering track record and a growing team of 30+ staff based in our Hastings office. We offer an extensive range of engineering consulting services, specialising in seismic strengthening, residential, commercial and industrial structural design, land development and infrastructure projects.

At Strata Group we look for people who enjoy responsibility, take ownership of their work and thrive as part of a collaborative team. You have effective organisational and time management skills to meet timeframes, managing multiple tasks and competing priorities. You are a confident and clear communicator always focused on timely and quality delivery for our clients.

We pride ourselves on maintaining a collaborative and supportive office culture where technicians and engineers work closely together to deliver practical solutions for our clients. At Strata Group we aim to create an environment where staff are encouraged to realise their potential and provide weekly training, and mentoring opportunities.

We also offer a range of benefits to support our team:

  • Flexible work environment, optional 9-day compressed working fortnight

  • Health insurance and access to mental health support

  • Personal laptop and work phone

  • Weekly morning teas and quarterly team events

  • Friday team drinks and refreshments

Hawke’s Bay is a beautiful part of Aotearoa New Zealand, known for its stunning landscapes, fantastic climate and excellent lifestyle opportunities. With wide open spaces, great beaches, affordable living and a wide range of recreational activities, the region offers an exceptional work–life balance.

If you are interested in this role, we would like to hear from you.

Apply now or contact admin@sgl.nz with any questions.