Graduate Fire Protection Technician

Christchurch or Auckland

Are you a recent graduate with a Diploma or Bachelor level Engineering Technologist qualification and aspirations to develop and grow in a collaborative and supportive environment, then join Stantec’s Graduate Programme! 

Fantastic perks we provide:

• Engineering NZ accredited 2-year graduate development programme

• Competitive salary with company benefits on top such as spot bonuses, banking discounts, and an extra day's leave.

• Receive a range of insurances including health cover through Southern Cross Medical Insurance.

• You will be connected to our international Developing Professionals Group Network with opportunities for training and networking across         New Zealand and Australia.

• You will be supported through your Engineering New Zealand Accreditation and mentored for your own personal career development.

• Flexible working environments and excellent employee benefits 

What do our Graduate Fire Protection Technicians do? 

You will provide technical and design support to our fire protection engineering teams across a range of building projects. Working under close supervision, you will learn to use established technical standards, procedures, and methods to assist with the preparation of drawings, documentation, calculations, and construction support activities.

The role will see you using computer-aided design CAD, Revit or other specialist design software for fire protection systems. You will work with engineers, architects, technologists and technicians to understand the requirements of initial designs and turn them into accurate and detailed drawings in CAD and Revit models for a variety of small and large engineering projects.

Under the direction of Fire Protection Engineers, this is a selection of what you will be doing

• Apply foundational knowledge of fire protection and building services design principles to support project investigations and technical       assessments.

• Assist with basic calculations, sizing, and system checks related to fire protection systems using company-approved tools and software.

• Prepare and update technical drawings, layouts, schedules, specifications, and documentation, including work completed using    CAD/Revit and related design software. Use a variety of computer-aided design (CAD) software programs to create designs in 2D and 3D models. 

• Assist in the interpretation of fire protection, building, and safety codes, and help verify designs against applicable standards and project requirements.

 Application Advice and Tips

• Refer to our CV and Cover Letter advice on Prosple.

• Applications close Friday 29 May 2026

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About Stantec 

Stantec’s Buildings team in New Zealand delivers end-to-end projects for our clients, from feasibility and design through to construction, commissioning, and operation. Specialising in mission-critical facilities such as data centres and healthcare, our team of 100 brings expertise in mechanical, hydraulic, fire, electrical, structural, and sustainability engineering to local projects. We’re proud to put user needs at the centre of every design.

We’ve been serving our clients and communities in Aotearoa New Zealand for over 125 years. With almost 900 professionals, our team is based in the main cities and throughout the regions. We collaborate across disciplines and sectors to bring buildings, energy, water, environmental, and transport projects to life.  

Globally, Stantec unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. 

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