Project Engineer - 3 Waters

Join Our Team as a Project Engineer - 3 Waters

At Stratford District Council, we're passionate about making a positive difference for our community. We're looking for a motivated and capable Project Engineer - 3 Waters to join our team.

About the Role

In this role, you'll be responsible for:

• Planning and delivering 3 Waters infrastructure projects that support essential services across the Stratford District
• Managing projects from scoping and procurement through to construction, stakeholder engagement, and reporting
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in line with Council's project management and procurement frameworks

You'll also contribute to asset management planning and support the delivery of special projects that contribute to the ongoing development of high quality water services for the Stratford District.

This is a permanent full-time position working 40 hours per week, based at Stratford District Council, Miranda Street, Stratford.

The salary range for this role is $96,000 to $107,000 per annum, with the starting salary determined by the skills, experience, and qualifications of the successful candidate.

What You'll Bring

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience in project delivery, 3 Waters, asset management, or local government infrastructure projects
• Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• You'll be organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining a strong focus on quality, compliance, and customer service.
• Experience working with contractors, consultants, Iwi, and community stakeholders will be highly regarded.

You'll also value working collaboratively, providing excellent service, and contributing positively to your team and community.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and building strong partnerships with Mana Whenua. We welcome applicants who respect the importance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are open to incorporating Te Ao Māori perspectives into their work.

Why Join Us?

At Stratford District Council, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued, and connected.

When you join our team, you'll enjoy:

• A positive and collaborative workplace culture
• Flexible working options
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
• Te reo Māori learning support
• Regular health and wellbeing initiatives
• Subsidised pool access
• An active social club
• Free onsite parking

About the Stratford District

Located in the heart of the Taranaki region, Stratford offers an outstanding lifestyle with easy access to Taranaki Maunga, the iconic Forgotten World Highway, and a wide range of outdoor, cultural, and community experiences.

Working at Stratford District Council is an opportunity to contribute to the success of our district and the wellbeing of our communities. We're proud of the positive impact our people have every day. If you're looking for meaningful work in a supportive, community-focused organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Ready to Apply?

For a copy of the Job Description and to apply, please visit our vacancies page at stratford.govt.nz/vacancies.

Only applications submitted through our website will be considered.

Applications close 08 November 2026

Stratford District Council reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received. To avoid disappointment, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.