Draughtsperson

Permanent Full-Time

Are you ready to be a part of something exceptional? Invercargill City Council invites you to become a driving force in our future-focused team. With a vibrant atmosphere and an unwavering commitment to our values—positivity, respect, responsibility, and above and beyond—we're passionate about creating a team full of outstanding individuals who are as passionate about shaping the future as we are.

Invercargill City Council is looking for a Draughtsperson to join our Engineering Services team to create and manage high-quality technical drawings, plans, and designs for a range of infrastructure projects, with a focus on three waters.

The hours of work for this position are 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday - Friday.

This role will see you developing coordinated CAD drawings, preparing detailed construction plans, and supporting the delivery of infrastructure projects across the district. You'll work collaboratively with engineers, surveyors, and contractors, ensuring all designs meet Council standards and regulatory requirements.

What you will bring:

• A New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) or equivalent qualification
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD or similar)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in your work
• A methodical and organised approach, with the ability to meet deadlines
• Great communication skills and a collaborative mindset

What we offer:

• Flexible working environment - remove if not a role that allows for this
• Career progression and training/development opportunities
• Positive focus of employee health and well-being: Workstation assessments, free flu vaccines, EAP services, 50% off eye exams, discounted gym memberships etc
• Kiwisaver and Superannuation Schemes
• Access to sick leave from day one of employment
• Appointment time leave: Up to 2 hours for important appointments eg. Doctor, bank, dentist

Waihōpai Invercargill is New Zealand's southernmost city and the heart and hub of Southland. We're known for our lush green spaces, like award-winning Queens Park, our long summer daylight hours and our local legend Burt Munro. Our city has character, charm and a laidback atmosphere. There's outstanding nature reserves, Ōreti Beach and the Waihōpai River to explore plus our lively restaurants complemented by a thriving entertainment and arts scene which are hard to beat! The sensible gridded layout featuring wide streets ensures a convenient 10-minute drive to work. Who wouldn't want to call this place home?

For more information please see the full position description or contact the Invercargill City Council on (03) 211 1777. Please don't apply directly via SEEK as we won't receive your application. Apply online at Jobs - Invercargill City Council

Applications close 7 December 2025. Please note applications will be processed as they are received and we encourage you to apply early as this advert may be removed at any time.

Successful applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in New Zealand. While all applications will be reviewed, first priority will be given to those applicants who are currently residing in New Zealand.

To apply for this job go to: https://icc.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Vacancies https://www.icc.govt.nz/council/jobs

Reference code 6834146. 

Applications close 07 December 2025