- Apply HEC-RAS & HEC-HMS modelling to
real-world flood risk challenges
- Varied work across modelling, investigation,
design and flood response
- Enjoy Otago’s mountains, lakes, rivers, trails
and surf beaches
Otago Regional Council (ORC) is seeking a Senior Flood Hazard
Engineer to join our Natural Hazards team. This is a unique opportunity to
apply advanced hydraulic and hydrologic modelling expertise to real-world flood
risk challenges across diverse and dynamic environments - from alpine
catchments to coastal floodplains.
You’ll work on projects that protect communities,
infrastructure and ecosystems while helping the region adapt to long-term
climate change impacts.
Key responsibilities
- Undertake hydraulic and hydrologic modelling to
assess flood hazard and inform infrastructure planning.
- Provide technical input into river engineering
and flood mitigation design.
- Provide expert advice in support of council
decision-making, hearing and Environment Court processes, and community
engagement.
- Lead and contribute to projects spanning flood
hazard investigation, flood protection, climate adaptation and catchment
management.
- Support real-time flood response and the
development and improvement of flood forecasting systems and hydrological
monitoring.
- Build collaborative working relationships
internally and with District and City Councils, Emergency Management Otago,
consultants and contractors.
What you’ll bring
We’re looking for a technically strong engineer who enjoys
applying modelling to real-world challenges. You will likely have:
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental
Engineering, or similar.
- Strong experience in hydraulic and hydrologic
modelling, including use of HEC-RAS and HEC-HMS software.
- Experience with GIS and CAD software will be
advantageous.
- Understanding of river systems and flood
processes.
- Ability to translate complex modelling outputs
into practical engineering solutions.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to
work collaboratively across teams.
Overseas candidates with relevant experience are encouraged
to apply.
Why join Otago Regional Council?
- Opportunity to work across large and complex
catchments.
- Projects spanning immediate flood protection
through to long-term climate resilience.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Strong training and professional development.
- Genuine opportunities for career progression and
internal promotion.
- A focus on employee wellbeing and flexible
working.
Live and work in Otago
Whether you prefer alpine lakes, rugged coastlines,
mountains or vibrant city life, Otago offers an incredible lifestyle.
There is flexibility to live anywhere within the Otago
region where ORC has office space available.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply’ or to find out more, contact Lisa
Hulley in confidence on 027 688 8831.
Applications close 5 April 2026, however, we
encourage early applications as the role may be filled sooner.
Otago
Regional Council has engaged Peak Recruitment to manage the recruitment of this
position. Please direct all enquiries and applications to Peak Recruitment.
