He korero mo maatou! - About Us!

Firstgas Group own and operate the pipes, storage, tanks, cylinders, and trucks that deliver natural gas or Rockgas LPG to about 165,000 customers across the country. We are also about the future – exploring alternative energy sources that are sustainable, environmentally friendly and deliver to New Zealand’s energy needs in a changing world. We are exploring all sorts of exciting possibilities that will support NZ’s low carbon energy future. 

Rockgas is New Zealand’s largest LPG retailer serving over 100,000 customers from nine branches and a network of 27 franchises throughout the country. We deliver 45kg cylinders to homes and businesses for gas cooking, heating and hot water needs, as well as providing LPG tanks for business gas essentials. BBQ 9kg bottles and LPG vehicles are also covered by Rockgas, with a network of more than 180 Refill & Save locations throughout New Zealand.  We are the largest owner and operator of LPG reticulated gas network, located in certain parts of Canterbury, Queenstown and Wanaka areas.

There's a reason we were an Energy Excellence and Diversity Awards finalist - our people work within an atmosphere where autonomy, teamwork and flexibility are celebrated.  We're all about the lifestyle too - we've been working flexibly for years, around our childcare, sporting and volunteering commitments. We are proud of our diverse and talented workforce that reflects and supports our community. We are a place where our people can bring their whole selves to work and feel valued for their contribution.

Looking for your next gig? 

We're full steam ahead at Rockgas and need new people to be part of our journey.  We're on the hunt for a Project Engineer - LPG to join our easy-going engineering team, providing technical expertise and project engineering to support the branch operations, sales and customers, and bulk distribution teams.

The successful candidate will have engineering experience in the gas or petrochemical industry, ideally with LPG, have good working knowledge of the Hazardous Substance Regulations and related legislation, and experience in project engineering, including scoping & tendering and contractor management. The role is largely office based, with occasional site visits to existing and new installations.

Firstgas Group has a recognised whole-self wellbeing focused benefits programme – access to health, pet and life insurance, wellbeing grant and wellbeing leave to support you, your whanau and our communities.

This role could be based in Wellington, Palmerston North, Hamilton or Auckland.  Please indicate your preferred location when you apply.

A bit about the opportunity.
In this role, you'll be responsible for:

• Engineering support to various other teams in Rockgas including Sales, customers, branch operations and bulk distribution focusing on LPG tank installations and tankers.
• Design and construction of new LPG tank installations and modifications to existing, managing timelines and budget effectively.
• Technical input to maintenance on LPG assets.

Do you have?

• Mechanical Engineering Degree, or equivalent
• 3+ years’ experience
• Self-management skills with a focus on work prioritisation and planning
• A keenness to learn, develop and share knowledge
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• The ability to communicate and work with a range of people, in a conscientious and inclusive way

He aha nga hua kia puta ai tenei job. - What's great about working for us.

We offer a  supportive and caring work environment with a competitive salary and great benefits such as medical & death benefit insurances, our amazing "Got Your Back" wellness programme and a wellbeing grant. We are also committed to making sure you get plenty of opportunities to do interesting work and grow your skills.

Whaauru mai! - Apply Now!

If you want to work for the best where you get to bring your 'whole self' to work then this is the job for you. 

Applications close on Sunday 12 December