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Civil Engineering Technician - Personal requirements

Kaihangarau Mataaro Metarahi

Skills & knowledge

Civil engineering technicians need to have:

knowledge of building methods and materials
knowledge of civil engineering
knowledge of physics and maths
skill in analysing and interpreting information such as client requirements, plans and designs
computer skills, including the ability to use computer-aided design (CAD) software
knowledge of the resource-consent process
knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Resource Management Act, the New Zealand Building Code, local by-laws and town planning regulations
problem-solving skills
planning and organisational skills
good communication skills
writing skills for producing reports.

"I have to use my problem-solving skills all the time. It really helps if you can look at a job and come up with a workable solution."

Richard Hoare - Civil Engineering Technician

Personal Qualities

Civil engineering technicians need to be practical, methodical, efficient and accurate. They also need to be responsible and able to work well under pressure.