Amitesh Prasad

Engineering Cadet
South Waikato District Council
Time at Council – 2 years, 4 months

"You do a range of projects -- it's never the same."

My work involves a variety of work, ranging from surveying, designing of local projects such as landfills and local roads and associating with Contractors on sewer/water mains.  I am training with Watermark and Downer EDI Works towards my Diploma in Civil Engineering.

Skills

Skills required for my role are a willingness to learn new things as there are a range of jobs involved.  You have to be keen to take on anything.  You need a minimum NCEA Level 2 to study towards a Diploma in Engineering (Civil).

What I like about my job

What I like about my job is that it’s always different.  You do a range of projects, it’s never the same and the pay is good.

Why I like working in local government

Providing services for the local community.

Why I like working at South Waikato District Council

Working with a great team of people who are fun to work with.  There are a range of projects and improvements going on in the District all the time.  And it’s a great place to be, central to Hamilton, Taupo and Tauranga for activities, such as the beach, ski fields and just going out.