Senior / Intermediate Water Engineer

• 5 weeks leave + birthday leave = real lifestyle balance
• Training + development = pathway to become a drinking water expert
• Support and lead planning for safe, resilient drinking water services

About the Role

This is more than a typical engineering role - it’s a chance to step into a position where you help shape how drinking water infrastructure is planned, funded, and delivered. With the transition into a new Water Services Council Controlled Organisation (WSCCO), this role sits at the centre of long-term decision-making, offering a rare opportunity to move beyond delivery and into true infrastructure influence. Whether you’re already operating at a senior level, or ready to step up, this role offers a clear pathway into technical leadership.

What you’ll be involved in:

• Support and lead water infrastructure planning and master planning
• Apply network and hydraulic modelling to inform key decisions
• Contribute to long-term water service strategies and asset planning
• Support development of business cases for major investment
• Work across regulatory and planning frameworks in a complex environment
• Collaborate with council teams, iwi, consultants, and key stakeholders
• Translate technical insights into clear, practical direction

 What you’ll bring:

• Experience in water supply / drinking water / three waters
• Exposure to modelling tools (WSPro, InfoWorks, EPANET, WaterGEMS, MIKE or similar)
• Understanding of water networks and/or infrastructure planning
• Strong problem-solving and a practical mindset
• Ability to think beyond design into strategy and long-term outcomes
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with stakeholders

You don’t need to tick every box - we’re looking for potential as much as experience.

Why make the move

Currently part of New Plymouth District Council, this role will transition into a Water Services Council Controlled Organisation (WSCCO)—a dedicated organisation focused on delivering resilient, future-ready water infrastructure. This is a rare chance to join early and grow with the organisation whilst enjoying the fabulous environment New Plymouth and the Taranaki region offers.  

 If you’re currently in consulting engineering and considering a shift for greater impact, we’d love to hear from you.

 How to Apply

Click ‘Apply’ or to find out more, contact Fiona Clarke on 027 688 8837. Applications close 7 July 2026 or when the vacancy is filled so we encourage you to apply promptly. Your application will be received in confidence.

NPDC has engaged Peak Recruitment to manage the recruitment of this position. Please direct all enquiries and applications to Peak Recruitment. Please note that although this position is based in Petone, Wellington, we may advertise the role in other locations to attract candidates open to relocation.