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Thursday 2 April 2026.

From bare earth to a 37,000-capacity stadium, One NZ Stadium at Te Kaha is complete.

Almost 4,000 people have worked on the project over the last three years, putting in around 2.4 million collective work hours.

The stadium is made up of around 32,700 cubic metres of concrete, approximately 16,400 tonnes of steel, 122,000 bolts, 600km of cabling, 5km of air-conditioning ducting, 22,000 sheets of drywall, 11,500 square metres of steel sheeting, and 1,100 panes of glass. Around 13,000 plants are included in the stadium precinct.
 

Ribbon cut at Christchurch's new stadium

Friday 27 March 2026.

One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha was officially opened by Mayor Phil Mauger at a ceremony this morning.

The fully covered, multi-use arena is the largest construction project ever undertaken by Christchurch City Council.

Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger says, “Christchurch has a real sense of momentum about it, and the Te Kaha Project has played an important role in the long journey of the city’s rebuild.

“I’m delighted that this day has finally arrived and we get to see this amazing stadium finished. I’m so proud of Council staff and everyone who has contributed to delivering One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha – on time and within budget no less.

“I want to acknowledge the Crown for their contribution. Their support allowed us to get the project off the ground and deliver this world-class facility.”

The Crown contributed $230 million towards the $683 million project, as well as the land for the stadium site.

Construction started in 2022, with the Council’s Te Kaha Delivery team and lead contractor BESIX Watpac at the helm.

“Most of our contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers have come from Canterbury and the South Island. This project has supported local jobs, strengthened local firms, and injected confidence into our regional industries – it’s a real local success story,” says Mayor Mauger.

Around 4,000 people have worked on the project, delivering around 2.4 million work hours.

“This is a feat of engineering, design, and human dedication. Everyone involved has been a real credit to your companies,” says Mayor Mauger.

Alongside the stadium build, the Council has undertaken several projects to integrate the stadium into the surrounding neighbourhood and central city. 

“The Te Kaharoa precinct is well connected to our public transport network and accommodation providers. We’re also just a stone’s throw from some of the best hospitality and retail spots Christchurch has to offer,” says Mayor Mauger.

Te Kaha is a shortened version of Te Kaharoa (meaning ‘enduring strength’), which is the name that Ngāi Tūāhuriri gifted to the land bounded by Madras, Hereford, Barbadoes and Tuam streets.

“The contribution of Ngāi Tūāhuriri goes beyond the gifted name. From the exterior façade reflecting the natural Canterbury landscape, to the kowhaiwhai seating pattern, the artwork woven throughout the stadium and precinct reflects the unique character and history of our region and the Ngāi Tūāhuriri people,” says Mayor Mauger.

Local visual artist and graphic designer Morgan Darlison (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Porou, Tainui) produced a range of artworks to feature throughout One NZ Stadium and surrounding Te Kaharoa precinct.

The stadium has capacity for more than 37,000 people at concerts, the ability to transform into a cut-down event mode, and the flexibility to support a range of sporting and cultural events.

“This is a place for our people. A place where families will make memories, where young people will be inspired by their heroes, and where visitors will feel the pride, energy, and optimism that defines the Christchurch of today,” says Mayor Mauger.

Over the next month of the project, system checks, turf care and staff training will continue ahead of the first event, Super Rugby Pacific’s Super Round which will be held over Anzac Weekend (24 - 26 April).

Take a peek at One New Zealand stadium at Te Kaha

Wednesday 18 March 2026.

Make the most of your chance to see One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha when its doors open for a community day.

Christchurch City Council and stadium operators Venues Ōtautahi confirmed the stadium will be open to the public from 10am to 4pm on Saturday 2 May, with a selection of food vendors also operating.

It will be the first opportunity for the community to explore the venue outside of Super Rugby Pacific’s Super Round.

More than 15,000 people are expected for the open day, where they’ll get to walk the concourse, explore the seating bowl, check out the big screens, hear the stadium’s impressive acoustics and taste some of the amazing food on the concourse.

Venues Ōtautahi Chief Executive Caroline Harvie-Teare said the opening of the stadium was an exciting time for the city and it was important to make sure the whole community gets to experience it.

“We know this place means so much to so many people, so we want as many members of the community as possible to walk through the gates and experience firsthand this remarkable facility and have pride that it is part of our amazing city,” she said.

“For the last four years, as a community, we’ve watched the stadium grow from the ground up and take its place in the cityscape. It is a truly remarkable piece of infrastructure that will deliver an unforgettable experience.”

Mayor Phil Mauger encouraged the community to come along and make the most of their chance to see the stadium. 

“This is an opportunity for people to experience the stadium and feel an immense sense of pride that this incredible piece of infrastructure belongs to our city. Even if you’re heading to Super Round, the community open day will be a chance to explore different parts of the stadium.”

“Cantabrians have had to wait a long time for a world-class stadium and One NZ Stadium will certainly be worth the wait.”

The open day has been set for the first available weekend, following the opening event, Super Rugby Pacific’s Super Round on 24 to 26 April, to ensure families are able to make the most of the opportunity.

Over the next 40 days, the venue has a packed schedule of load-in, training and load-testing activities to ensure opening night runs smoothly. The schedule also includes a series of test events targeted to specific areas of the stadium.

Ms Harvie-Teare was confident they would be ready when the gates open the first time.

“There has been a huge amount of planning and a strong testing period, which will help us optimise the way we operate prior to the opening week, but we are also ready to be nimble and adjust across those first events to maximise the stadium experience for our guests.”

The stadium’s event calendar is filling up quickly with another international concert announcement imminent.

“One NZ Stadium hasn’t opened its doors yet but has more major entertainment content announced than any other stadium in the country. With plenty more in the pipeline and the clear demand for this outstanding venue, we are confident this momentum will continue long into the future. “

The One NZ Stadium Community Open Day will feature in the Open Christchurch, annual festival of architectural excellence, programme.

"We're thrilled that the One New Zealand Stadium will be part of Open Christchurch, celebrating the architecture, designers and engineering of this significant landmark for the city,” Te Pūtahi Director Jessica Halliday said.

Other venues involved in Open Christchurch will be announced on Thursday.(external link)

The countdown is on

Tuesday 10 March 2026.

With less than 50 days until Super Rugby Pacific's Super Round kicks off, major construction at the stadium is finished.

The final few weeks on the project are all about making sure everything is shipshape ahead of the big day. Cleaning, system checks, turf care and staff training are amongst the tasks on site as we build up to doors opening on 24 April.

The Te Kaha Project remains on track to be completed in April. The stadium will then be handed over to Venues Ōtautahi, who will run the stadium once it opens.

The first event to be held at the new stadium is Super Rugby Pacific's Super Round which will take place over Anzac Weekend (24 - 26 April). The first concert to be held is Six60 and Synthony on 16 May.

From a Foo Fighters concert to an All Blacks match, many other events have also been announced for the city's newest venue. See the full schedule of confirmed events on the One NZ Stadium(external link) website.

Watch: Homestretch for new stadium build

Monday 23 February 2026.

Seat numbers, couches and goal posts – the finishing touches are being added to One NZ Stadium at Te Kaha ahead of the April opening. 

Alongside this work, the team is also testing and commissioning all the systems in the building. 

Couches, bar leaners, tables and chairs have been installed in the corporate suites, and the last few seat numbers are being added to the 25,000 permanent seats in the stands.

The turf is growing in well, and the groundskeepers have put up the goal posts. The fit-out for all the food and beverage outlets is almost complete.

Over 3,700 people have worked on the stadium over the years, putting in more than 2.3 million work hours altogether. It's thanks to their hard work and dedication that the project remains on budget and the stadium is on track to open in April 2026.

Site progress

Thursday 19 February 2026.

Major construction has almost wrapped up, with only finishing touches to go. The team is well underway with completing a comprehensive testing and commissioning programme. This work will continue until April when the Te Kaha Project is scheduled to finish.

Below is a progress photo looking at One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha.

The exterior civil site works are now finished. The stadium precinct spans three city blocks and includes grass areas, pathways, and garden beds. The northern end of the site can be seen in the photo above.

The footpath work on Barbadoes Street and Tuam Streets finished late last year. Temporary fencing will remain at the stadium boundary to keep the site secure until opening in April.

Inside the stadium, the 25,000 permanent seats have been installed. The last few seat numbers are being added over the next week. The black and grey kowhaiwhai pattern is a unique feature of One NZ Stadium, inspired by the hammerhead shark, a symbol of strength, tenacity, speed and agility. 

The turf was laid late last year, allowing it plenty of time to acclimatise ahead of the Super Rugby Super Round(external link) in April. Looking ahead, the Council's Parks Unit will monitor and maintain the turf. Several weather stations have been installed around the stadium so conditions can be tracked and maintenance practices adjusted as needed.

There are also ten misting fans to keep the surface cool and air circulating, as well as a system under the pitch that blows air through to ventilate the root zone and keep oxygen levels up. The final component is the artificial lighting rigs, which provide supplementary light. 

Site progress

Monday 9 February 2026.

Major construction has almost wrapped up, with only finishing touches to go. The team is well underway with completing a comprehensive testing and commissioning programme. This work will continue until April when the Te Kaha Project is scheduled to finish.

Below is a progress photo looking at One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha.

The exterior civil site works are now finished. The stadium precinct spans three city blocks and includes grass areas, pathways, and garden beds. The northern end of the site can be seen in the photo above.

The footpath work on Barbadoes Street and Tuam Streets finished late last year. Temporary fencing will remain at the stadium boundary to keep the site secure until opening in April.

Inside the stadium, the 25,000 permanent seats have been installed. The seat numbers are now being added. The black and grey kowhaiwhai pattern is a unique feature of One NZ Stadium, inspired by the hammerhead shark, a symbol of strength, tenacity, speed and agility. 

The turf was laid late last year, allowing it plenty of time to acclimatise ahead of the Super Rugby Super Round(external link) in April. Looking ahead, the Council's Parks Unit will monitor and maintain the turf. Several weather stations have been installed around the stadium so conditions can be tracked and maintenance practices adjusted as needed.

There are also ten misting fans to keep the surface cool and air circulating, as well as a system under the pitch that blows air through to ventilate the root zone and keep oxygen levels up. The final component is the artificial lighting rigs, which provide supplementary light. These can be seen in action at the far end of the field in the photo above.

Site progress

Tuesday 3 February 2026.

Major construction has almost wrapped up, with only finishing touches to go. The team is well underway with completing a comprehensive testing and commissioning programme. This work will continue until April when the Te Kaha Project is scheduled to finish.

Below is a progress photo looking at One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, taken this morning.

The exterior civil site works are now finished. The stadium precinct spans three city blocks and includes grass areas, pathways, and garden beds. The northern end of the site can be seen in the photo above.

The footpath work on Barbadoes Street and Tuam Streets finished late last year. Temporary fencing will remain at the stadium boundary to keep the site secure until opening in April.

Inside the stadium, the 25,000 permanent seats have been installed. The seat numbers are now being added. The black and grey kowhaiwhai pattern is a unique feature of One NZ Stadium, inspired by the hammerhead shark, a symbol of strength, tenacity, speed and agility. 

The turf was laid late last year, allowing it plenty of time to acclimatise ahead of the Super Rugby Super Round(external link) in April. Looking ahead, the Council's Parks Unit will monitor and maintain the turf. Several weather stations have been installed around the stadium so conditions can be tracked and maintenance practices adjusted as needed.

There are also ten misting fans to keep the surface cool and air circulating, as well as a system under the pitch that blows air through to ventilate the root zone and keep oxygen levels up. The final component is the artificial lighting rigs, which provide supplementary light. These can be seen in action at the far end of the field in the photo above.

Site progress

Monday 26 January 2026.

Major construction has almost wrapped up, with only finishing touches to go. The team is well underway with completing a comprehensive testing and commissioning programme. This work will continue until April, when the Te Kaha Project is scheduled to finish.

Below is a progress photo looking at One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, taken this morning.

The exterior civil site works are now finished. The stadium precinct spans three city blocks and includes grass areas, pathways, and garden beds. The northern end of the site can be seen in the photo above.

The footpath work on Barbadoes Street and Tuam Streets finished late last year. Temporary fencing will remain at the stadium boundary to keep the site secure until opening in April.

Inside the stadium, the 25,000 permanent seats have been installed, and seat numbers are now being added. The black and grey kowhaiwhai pattern is a unique feature of One NZ Stadium, inspired by the hammerhead shark, a symbol of strength, tenacity, speed and agility. 

The turf was laid late last year, allowing it plenty of time to acclimatise ahead of the Super Rugby Super Round(external link) in April. Looking ahead, the Council's Parks Unit will monitor and maintain the turf. Several weather stations have been installed around the stadium so conditions can be tracked and maintenance practices adjusted as needed.

There are also ten misting fans to keep the surface cool and air circulating, as well as a system under the pitch that blows air through to ventilate the root zone and keep oxygen levels up. The final component is the artificial lighting rigs, which provide supplementary light. These can be seen in action at the far end of the field in the photo above.

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Brent Leversedge

Site Foreman, Faulks Investments Ltd 

Day to day I… look after a crew and make sure we’re getting as much work done as possible. I’ve been on site since day dot, so about 3.5 years. We started by digging out and preparing for the concrete for the stands. Now we’re doing all the civil works around the outside of the stadium. At the moment we’re prepping for the last pathways to be poured at the north end. 

Past projects: I’ve worked on the Northern Corridor, the Southern Motorway, the Silverstream subdivision out in Kaiapoi.  

The best part of my job is… working with everyone on site. I’ve made some really good friendships. This is an unreal project, it’ll be a buzz when it opens. 

Outside of work I… love motorsport. My son races speedway. 

Richard Gibbs

Senior Project Manager in the Parks unit at Christchurch City Council.

Day to day I… am now focused almost entirely on the completion of the field of play. My work includes assisting with the setting up of equipment, machinery and turf management operational systems that will be needed once our own staff take over the management of the field of play.

Past projects: Since returning to NZ in early 2021, I have worked on the redevelopment of Lancaster Park and the Lyttelton Recreation Ground, as well as being overall responsible for the planning and delivery of the Council’s capital sports turf projects and programmes for the city’s high-performance and community facilities. Previously, I have worked on multiple stadium projects in NZ and overseas, including the Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin, and stadiums in Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia and Hong Kong.

The best part of my job is… working with a great team of supportive colleagues, seeing past students rise to positions of great responsibility within the turf profession and seeing the enjoyment on the faces of players, spectators and stakeholders when they start to use a new facility for the first time.

Outside of work I… enjoy tinkering on my lifestyle block with my wife, playing music (the live version) and indulging in the quirky form of English folk dance known as Morris dancing.

Brendan Dobier

Supervisor at Alloyfold 

Day to day I… install the stadium seating. This involved drilling around 15,000 holes, installing about 18km of railing and the 25,000 permanent seats. 

The best part of my job is… I like that it’s physical and I like being on the tools. 

Past projects: I worked on the Canterbury Museum rebuild, jacking up the building. 

Outside of work I… like watching motorsport and living the family life. 

Caleb Hansen

Site Supervisor for Fabritecture

Day to day I…oversee three subcontractors and all the work they’re undertaking. I also have a crew of my own. We install high tensile fabric structures, predominantly in roofs. We work all around the world on all types of structures. 

At the stadium there are two parts of the roof we’re working on, the ETFE pillows and the ETFE cassettes at the northern end of the site.  

Past projects: I’ve worked on the metro sports facility, which was a big job. On a smaller scale, the cricket pavilion at Elmwood Park, there’s quite a cool structure there. Another job was at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra, which has the same system we have here at the stadium.

The best part of my job is…I just like working alongside all the subcontractors, seeing everyone get along and get good progress happening. 

Outside of work I…like going hiking, and I do a bit of spear fishing in Kaikoura.  

DeArna McCaskey

AV Technician Installer at Barton Sound

Position: AV Technician Installer at Barton Sound. 

Day to day I... install the speakers within the stadium and in the bowl. There are 16 speaker arrays, each contains 8 to 10 separate speakers. We’re also installing all the TVs throughout the building. On one floor alone, there are 70 screens. There are screens in each corporate room, up and down the hallways, kitchens and players’ changing rooms.  

The best part of my job is... I love just learning. I’m a trainee at the moment learning how to wire up speakers, putting TVs up and getting into something new and exciting. I work with great people that are fun to be around. 

Past projects: This is my first big project. 

Outside of work… I just got back from half a year travelling around Europe. I’m also a Flight Sergeant in the Air Cadets. 

Harrison Smith

Rope Access Technician at Goleman Group. 

Day to day I… hang from ropes to access hard to reach locations. The main projects we’re working on at the moment is the post construction cleaning and installing the smoke baffle around the bowl. This is a PVC material designed to slow the spread of smoke in the event of a fire. 

The best part of my job is... definitely the people. We hire a lot of people from all over the world, and everyone brings diverse skills.  

Past projects: I’ve worked on all sorts of high-rise maintenance and cleaning projects. 

Outside of work I... have two young kids, so I’m always trying to find new ways to keep them entertained and maintain some sort of order around the house. 

Maricris Gudes

Construction Project Manager, Topcoat Specialist Coatings Ltd.

Day to day I... manage the whole scope of the Topcoat coatings project and monitor if progress is on schedule and within budget. We work on painting, epoxy, concrete sealing and waterproofing.  

The best part of my job is… working with other contractors and clients. Working under pressure with the boys and being able to get the work done on time. 

Past projects: the stadium is my second major project, the first was the Dunedin Health Hub. 

Outside of work I… have a ten-month-old daughter and partner who motivate me. 

Leo Chen

Assistant Site Safety Supervisor, Jinggong Steel.

Day to day I... walk around site supervising a team of around 80. I make sure everyone has the right PPE and are following procedures. I check logbooks and gear like the welding gas cylinders.  

The best part of my job is… getting to talk to so many people. I connect with suppliers and machinery technicians, other trades, and lead contractor BESIX Watpac. 

Past projects: This is my first project. I’m learning from so many people. I learn better from people than books. 

Outside of work I… like motorcycling and hiking. 

Stella Banks

Roofing Labourer, Newfield Roofing.

Position: Roofing Labourer, Newfield Roofing.

Day to day I’m... installing the roof in the west stand. This includes drawing up, cutting and laying the flashings, and putting on gutters as well.

The best part of my job is… the people I work with. We have a team of 30. Everyone is good to work with and great people.

Past projects: The team has worked on the UC Teacher College, Naval Point Yacht Club, Turners on Moorhouse Ave, and a barn in Darfield – it’s really varied.

Outside of work I… like sport. I play rugby and do surf lifesaving.

Chelsea Pokaia

Flooring Installer, Floortek Ltd

Day to day... I prepare and install flooring, including carpet, vinyl and timber. The stadium has carpet tiles, and a rubber flooring in the player warm up areas.

The best part of my job... being able to stand back at the end of a job and see it finished. It gives me a sense of pride.

Past projects: We do a lot of residential places, but also larger projects like Youthhub, which has a nice caulk flooring. We travel a bit for work and have done things like hotels in Queenstown.

Outside of work... play guitar and Hula Hoop, circus style.

Odette Urlich

Project Health and Safety Coordinator

Position: Project Health and Safety Coordinator

Day to day... I'm on site about 90% of the day. I'm responsible for making sure people are set up for success, with the right tools for the right job. I'm there to help with solutions, and help the team access whatever they need to succeed. It's not just about reactive safety, but to be there and available to all trades so we can be proactive about safety.

The best part of my job... getting to walk around and interact with everyone on site. I get called 'aunty' a lot. This is by far the coolest project I've worked on in terms of the relationships with the people on the project, what we’re actually building and how awesome it looks – it’s really coming together.

Past projects: I've been working on this project since September 2023. Previously I was involved with the School of Medicine project and the Seascape project, which is the tallest residential tower in the country.

Outside of work... I love camping. My husband and I recently bought a camper trailer and enjoy getting out there, hunting for gemstones and things like that. 

Paul Smyth

Senior Safety Manager, Southbase.

Day to day I… arrange upcoming works to make sure the job runs smoothly. I'm on site about 65% of the time, and in the office the rest.

The best part of my job... seeing a project through from start to finish, and working with the BESIX crew and the talented subs and people on site. I enjoy the everyday camaraderie. 

Past projects: I've been in New Zealand for 30 years and I've worked on projects like the BNZ Centre, schools, and Wigram Airforce Museum. 

Outside of work... I golf, fish, hunt deer.

Reece Hayman

Foreman Roofer at Graham Hill Roofing.

Position: Foreman Roofer at Graham Hill Roofing.

Day to day I… work on the wall cladding team. My main task is helping out the team and making sure everything is installed right the first time, as there's no room for error. This is the first time I've worked on a pattern - usually we'd be installing a solid colour. We get a coded map, with each sheet numbered. Every sheet has to line up to the millimeter so the pattern joins up properly.

The best part of my job... looking at the end result. We put up three bays yesterday and it's hard to see when you're working up close because the pattern is on such a big scale, but when you stand back at the end of the day it's satisfying.

Past projects: We've worked on the Convention Centre, a few schools and the cardboard cathedral.

Outside of work... I've got a one and a half year old daughter that's my world.

John Alojado

Brush painter, Cake Commercial Services.

Day to day I… do a few different jobs including application of fire rated paint, and the polyurethane coat for finishing touches. I also waterblast before painting.

The best part of my job... meeting different people on site, talking with them and learning what they do for their daily jobs.

Past projects: I worked at Parakiore for one year. I’ve spent a year so far working at the stadium.

Outside of work... I am a home person. I like watching movies and series on Netflix, and documentaries.

Ben Stuart

Site Manager, The Connect Group.

Day to day I… look after both the workers and client, making sure everyone has everything they need, whether it’s gear, materials or labour. We have 12 people working on site grouting the connections between the steel and concrete, sealing, installing waterproof membranes, and doing a bit of concrete cutting.

The best part of my job: I really enjoy the pressure, it keeps me thinking and on my toes. When I solve a problem, it gives me a huge boost.

Past projects: I ran the work on the Ryman Retirement Village in Riccarton. I’ve also recently worked on a restoration project at 96 Lichfield Street.

Outside of work... I do competitive cheerleading with the University of Canterbury team. I also like gymnastics and circus aerials. Working on my house keeps me busy too.

Shayne Johnston

Supervisor, Scott Structural Steel.

Day to day I… install structural steel. All the concrete seating plats in the bowl structure are sitting on this steel. We’ll be finishing that area shortly. 

Best part of my job is: working with mates and people I meet on the job. 

Past projects: Some big projects I’ve worked on include the Convention Centre and a library in Marlborough. 

Outside of work… I’m busy with family, the kids, wife and golf.  

Richard Clio

Site Manager, Alpha South.

Day to day I… work with my team on the interiors of the stands. We’re installing walls, ceilings skirting and doorways in the corporate boxes and stands. 

The best part of my job is working with other trades. It makes me better, expanding my knowledge. 

Past projects: I’ve worked on the Convention Centre, hospital, and a school in Belfast. 

Outside of work… I’m a dad and enjoy hiking and fishing – even though I never catch anything, I still love it! 

Adrian Jones 

Project Director and Contractors Rep.

Day to day... I’m responsible for delivery of the project for BESIX Watpac. Ultimately I am responsible for everything associated with the construction of the project, whilst being the contractual point of contact between BESIX Watpac and Council. A typical day is varied, providing leadership to the project team and keeping the Council informed every step of the way.  

The best part of my job: Working with a very talented and dedicated team, and seeing what such a high performing team can deliver as well as the challenges they can overcome.

Everyone’s excited to be working on this project and it’s not often you work on a project that the community is also excited about. 

Past projects: I’ve worked on projects in Brisbane, Melbourne, Darwin and now New Zealand. Of note, the redevelopment of an entire TAFE college in Brisbane, which spread across two city blocks. Also, a major hospital redevelopment project in Brisbane and an liquified natural gas plant in Darwin. 

Outside of work I... like spending time with my family, getting out and seeing the sights of New Zealand, seeing as we’ve moved here fairly recently. 

Brian Hayes

Project Director – Construction NZ.

Day to day... I work within a large team on the build side of the project. My job involves managing the team, forecasting ahead, and working on mitigation strategies for anything that comes up. 

The best part of my job: I always wanted to work in construction, so I’m really enjoying what I do. I like being with people and trying to get the best out of them. 

Past projects: I worked on the North Queensland Stadium, the home of the Cowboys. It’s great to work on a project that you can come back to and enjoy. I’ve also worked on some high-end residential developments on the river in Queensland. 

Outside of work... I like to keep fit with a bit of cross fit, a bit of mountain biking and keeping my kids occupied.  

Phil Riding

Services Site Manager.

Day to day: I work with all services trades, like electricians and plumbers, to plan and programme in the work. There's a lot of forecasting and anticipating any issues that might come up and problem solving. 

The best part of my job is: the satisfaction of seeing progress from week to week, and being part of making it happen. 

Past projects: I've worked on the Court Theatre, a few schools, and the new workshop and office block for the Lyttelton straddle cranes.

Outside of work: I'm a volunteer firefighter for the Spencerville Volunteer Fire Brigade. We were involved in the response to the recent Port Hills fires. I was working 12 hour shifts, looking for any hotspots. It was great to have the support of BESIX to be able to go out and do this work. 

Jenny Divers

Construction Survey Lead, Graham Surveying.

Day to day: I'm in charge of all the survey work on site. Basically, we bring the designer's vision to life by building a full 3D model which shows where everything should go. The steel is manufactured to these specifications. Once it's built, my team also does quality assurance to make sure everything is right.

I've been on site right from the beginning of the project, working through the stages of piling, foundations, hold down bolts, and the bowl structure. We're now working on the roof stage.

The best part of my job is: Having the opportunity to work indoors and outdoors. I get a really nice mix of being on site and in the office with the team. It's also great getting to work with people from all different backgrounds and specialities. I've learnt so much about other trades and seeing how all the elements come together.

Past projects: I've worked all over Queensland doing construction surveying, including working on a new runway at Brisbane Airport, and high-rise residential buildings in Brisbane. 

Outside of work: I have a three-year-old daughter, so lots of time is spent on family trips to the beach or park. I'm also into smoking meat and craft beer, and we're in the middle of some home renovations.