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Mō tō mātou āhuatanga | Who we are
Tonkin + Taylor is New Zealand's leading engineering and environmental consultancy, renowned for our technical excellence in solving complex challenges. We are proudly a New Zealand employee-owned company, and our collective mission is to create and sustain a better world.
At Tonkin + Taylor, we strongly believe that our people make us who we are. Our inclusive and supportive culture is key to helping people feel comfortable and achieve their goals. We're committed to providing opportunities to develop both professionally and personally through a diverse range of engaging and fulfilling projects.
Kei te hiahia mātou ki ōu | We want your skills
We're looking for enthusiastic and passionate Planning students to join us in early 2026 who want to kick-start their careers in a leading environmental and engineering consultancy.
If you have completed your NZ-based Planning tertiary qualification, have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills - we want to hear from you!
If you are looking for Engineering or Science opportunities, please check out our other vacancies.
Nā tōu rourou | What you'll bring
Strong interpersonal skills and a love of working in an innovative and collaborative environment
A keen interest in developing your technical skills and understanding the intricacies of a consultancy
An enquiring mind that can identify and deliver high value to clients
Graduation expected in late 2026
GPA: 5+
Right to work in NZ
Some extracurricular activities (e.g. work, volunteering, sports, etc.)
Kei te whakapono mātou ki tō whanaketanga | We want to develop you
Working at Tonkin + Taylor provides a rich learning environment for individuals to grow and develop every day. You're in the driver's seat when it comes to your learning, and there are heaps of opportunities to tap into a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and formal development opportunities.
From day one, you'll be supported by a team of approachable colleagues who are happy to help you, including our expert senior engineers and scientists. You'll have access to a range of internal and external training courses and will be surrounded by innovation each day.
Our graduate programme will help you transition into the workforce and support your career development pathway, with training and a cohort of other engineering and science graduates who will move through this programme with you!
Ngā Hua | Our benefits
Exposure to a variety of professional experts and projects - Tonkin + Taylor is involved in a number of large-scale alliance projects, as well as smaller community-focused projects
A highly supportive team environment where you are encouraged to pave your own career path that caters to your ambitions
Professional memberships and continued education support
A flexible working culture and formal flexible working arrangements, including part-time work and the ability to purchase extra leave
Internal training programmes + mentoring programmes
A very active social club
At Tonkin + Taylor, we embrace flexible working and aim to serve the needs of our people, clients, and communities. Our flexible working culture enables us to work flexibly to create better work and life experiences.
Toroa tā mātou pae tukutuku mō ētehi atu kōrero | For more information, check out our website
APPLY NOW! Or for further information on Tonkin + Taylor, go to: http://www.tonkintaylor.co.nz. Tonkin + Taylor is not only a place to work - it's a place where you can find your future!
'Everyone Matters' is one of our three core values at Tonkin + Taylor, and we are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that fosters inclusion, participation, and equal opportunity.
We are proud to be an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer and a member of Diversity Works.
Tonkin + Taylor is partnered with TupuToa and encourages speakers of Te Reo Māori or Pacific languages to apply.
Job Details
Reference #
33189
Posted on
01 Sep 2026
Closes on
Location(s)
Auckland
Expertise
Resource Management Planning
Job level(s)
Graduate (1-4 years)
Work type(s)
Permanent, Full Time (37.5+ hours per week)
Mō tō mātou āhuatanga | Who we are
Tonkin + Taylor is New Zealand's leading engineering and environmental consultancy, renowned for our technical excellence in solving complex challenges. We are proudly a New Zealand employee-owned company, and our collective mission is to create and sustain a better world.
At Tonkin + Taylor, we strongly believe that our people make us who we are. Our inclusive and supportive culture is key to helping people feel comfortable and achieve their goals. We're committed to providing opportunities to develop both professionally and personally through a diverse range of engaging and fulfilling projects.
Kei te hiahia mātou ki ōu | We want your skills
We're looking for enthusiastic and passionate Planning students to join us in early 2026 who want to kick-start their careers in a leading environmental and engineering consultancy.
If you have completed your NZ-based Planning tertiary qualification, have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills - we want to hear from you!
If you are looking for Engineering or Science opportunities, please check out our other vacancies.
Nā tōu rourou | What you'll bring
Strong interpersonal skills and a love of working in an innovative and collaborative environment
A keen interest in developing your technical skills and understanding the intricacies of a consultancy
An enquiring mind that can identify and deliver high value to clients
Graduation expected in late 2026
GPA: 5+
Right to work in NZ
Some extracurricular activities (e.g. work, volunteering, sports, etc.)
Kei te whakapono mātou ki tō whanaketanga | We want to develop you
Working at Tonkin + Taylor provides a rich learning environment for individuals to grow and develop every day. You're in the driver's seat when it comes to your learning, and there are heaps of opportunities to tap into a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and formal development opportunities.
From day one, you'll be supported by a team of approachable colleagues who are happy to help you, including our expert senior engineers and scientists. You'll have access to a range of internal and external training courses and will be surrounded by innovation each day.
Our graduate programme will help you transition into the workforce and support your career development pathway, with training and a cohort of other engineering and science graduates who will move through this programme with you!
Ngā Hua | Our benefits
Exposure to a variety of professional experts and projects - Tonkin + Taylor is involved in a number of large-scale alliance projects, as well as smaller community-focused projects
A highly supportive team environment where you are encouraged to pave your own career path that caters to your ambitions
Professional memberships and continued education support
A flexible working culture and formal flexible working arrangements, including part-time work and the ability to purchase extra leave
Internal training programmes + mentoring programmes
A very active social club
At Tonkin + Taylor, we embrace flexible working and aim to serve the needs of our people, clients, and communities. Our flexible working culture enables us to work flexibly to create better work and life experiences.
Toroa tā mātou pae tukutuku mō ētehi atu kōrero | For more information, check out our website
APPLY NOW! Or for further information on Tonkin + Taylor, go to: http://www.tonkintaylor.co.nz. Tonkin + Taylor is not only a place to work - it's a place where you can find your future!
'Everyone Matters' is one of our three core values at Tonkin + Taylor, and we are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that fosters inclusion, participation, and equal opportunity.
We are proud to be an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer and a member of Diversity Works.
Tonkin + Taylor is partnered with TupuToa and encourages speakers of Te Reo Māori or Pacific languages to apply.
Job Details
Reference #
33189
Posted on
01 Sep 2026
Closes on
Location(s)
Auckland
Expertise
Resource Management Planning
Job level(s)
Graduate (1-4 years)
Work type(s)
Permanent, Full Time (37.5+ hours per week)
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Graduate Programme 2026 | Planning position is now open for candidates interested in the Driver Jobs sector. This role in Auckland offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Driver Jobs is a plus.
