Draftsperson
Job Description:
About Us
Since starting in 2012, CMW Geosciences has expanded to 20 offices with over 300 employees across Australia and New Zealand. We are hard-working, down-to-earth, and passionate engineers and geologists who provide quality geotechnical site investigation, analysis, and design advice to the construction, infrastructure, and energy sectors.
As part of the Kiwa Group, we're backed by a global network of 12,000+ staff across 35+ countries
About the role
Our Hamilton office is looking for a Civil Engineering Drafter/Draftsperson with 2-5 years of experience and a strong understanding of Autodesk Civil 3D to support technical documentation for CMW projects. This position offers supportive team environment and exposure to a diverse range of projects across infrastructure, mining, energy and land development.
This role is designed to develop your understanding as a civil designer and your practical application of engineering knowledge in drafting and design.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and support detailed technical drawings, models, and specifications for geotechnical and civil engineering projects
- Revise and maintain drawings, diagrams, and schematics to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project requirements and drafting standards.
- Collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and cross‑functional project teams
- Assist senior engineers in preparing technical documentation and contribute to the practical application of engineering knowledge in design and drafting tasks
- Apply strong organisational skills, initiative, and problem‑solving to meet deadlines, uphold quality, and manage multiple drafting tasks effectively.
What You'll Need
- Diploma or advanced diploma from a recognised tertiary institution in civil and structural engineering or similar will be given priority.
- Relevant work experience in a civil or geotechnical engineering consultancy.
- Demonstrated experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Strong team player.
- Proactive, clear, confident and articulate communicator.
- Demonstrates high level of initiative and problem solving.
- Able to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrate a strong customer service ethic.
- Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail
What You'll Get
- Additional Day Leave on your Birthday
- $500 annual well-being allowance
- Provision of minimum of 50 hours Training / CPD per year and paid membership to Engineers New Zealand
- Office social events throughout the year
- Flexible office hours
- Ongoing internal trainings and a clear pathway for career progression