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Role Title: Surfacing Engineer, Roadmarking Location: Nelson Contract Type: Full Time Nau mai, haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan | Join us at Fulton Hogan The Opportunity We are seeking a motivated and experienced Surfacing Engineer to join our Roadmarking Team in the Nelson Region. In this role you will be involved in various aspects of managing our existing surfacing business whilst meeting the primary objectives of safety, quality and service. You will support the Roadmarking Department Manager in the management and delivery of the forward works programme, whilst meeting the primary objectives of safety, quality, and service that Fulton Hogan and our clients require. Your key responsibilities will be to support with: Programme Planning and Job Management Pricing, Tendering and Securing Work Field work / crew assistance Ensuring all work is carried out in compliance with work instructions, client specifications or standards prepared for a particular job. This position will include operational tasks with our Roadmarking crews as well as office-based support for the Department Manager. What you'll bring to the table Our ideal candidate will have previous surfacing experience. However, it is not essential as we will provide full training for the right candidate. Ideally a relevant tertiary qualification Surfacing (asphalt, paving, sealing) experience is an advantage The ability to commit to a team environment and learn new skills for personal development The willingness to work to a high safety & quality standard High motivation with a good work ethic A high level of MS Office skills Excellent communication skills Full class 1 Driver Licence, class 2 is advantageous He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. You'll have access to: Medical insurance and Life insurance after the eligibility period KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7% Parental leave top-up payment with additional return-to-work support Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities Great discounts at a wide range of retailers Ko wai mātou | About us Fulton Hogan is an integrated infrastructure, construction and services business working across New Zealand and Australia. We partner with clients and communities to design, build, operate and maintain critical assets - from bitumen and quarries to roads, water and energy. Our people are united by a simple purpose: to create, connect and care for communities, while reducing environmental impact and supporting more sustainable futures. Learn more about us at Homepage - Fulton Hogan and apply to be part of our growing industry. Me pēhea te tono | How to apply: Apply now and start your journey with our Fulton Hogan whānau. All successful candidates must undergo and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen prior to employment.
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.