Surface Water Asset Manager

About the role

Are you passionate about sustainable water management and strategic infrastructure planning?

Selwyn District Council is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Asset Manager to lead the development and implementation of our Surface Water Asset Management Plan and contribute to long-term infrastructure strategies

This is a pivotal role that blends technical expertise, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement to ensure our surface water assets are managed effectively and sustainably.

The functional areas of the role include:

• Assist with planning and budget development processes for the Long-Term Plan, Annual Plan and 30-year Infrastructure Strategy alongside Development of policy, strategy and plans for effective activity management
• Provide technical guidance on surface water activities including the treatment and provision of safe compliant stormwater discharges and flooding hazard across the district.
• Ensure RMA, District Plan and Engineering Code of Practice requirements are integrated into asset and operational planning.
• Lead the development and implementation of the Surface Water Asset Management Plan.

You will have proven experience in asset management, infrastructure planning, and water services. With a strong understanding of the Resource Management Act, District Plans, and engineering standards. Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills are a must have for this exciting role!

The ability to engage with stakeholders, including community groups, contractors, and other authorities. Alongside the above a collaborative mindset and commitment to sustainable infrastructure development is a must!

You will also bring:

• A bachelor's degree in engineering and/or resource management /Asset Management qualification
• At least 10 years' experience working in engineering asset management and/or water planning
• Demonstrated track record of developing and maintaining relationships across a broad range of sectors at senior level.
• Broad management skills including evidence-based budget management and people leadership
• Demonstrable experience working with Surface Water assets such as waterways, wetlands, land drainage networks, stock water reticulation, stormwater management devices etc.
• Understanding of various legislation including the Resource Management Act, Local Government Act Water Services Bill and a Local Government environment
• Excellent customer management skills including facilitating between parties with different objectives
• Ability to provide advice at a high level on engineering plans and designs against consent, code of practice and good practice requirements.

About Selwyn

Selwyn is the fastest-growing district in New Zealand. We have a fantastic quality of life, great communities, and a thriving economy. Our Council works actively with residents to provide the services and facilities that help our communities to thrive and grow. An enviable family lifestyle, outstanding local facilities and an easy drive to the ski fields, rivers and hills that make up Canterbury's stunning landscape.

Selwyn District Council is committed to delivering smart and innovative services to our communities. We have a bright future with a sustained population and economic growth in the district and a team of people who are passionate about what we do.

Our main offices are based in the growing town of Rolleston, centrally located within the district and an easy commute from Christchurch. There's ample parking nearby, flexible working options and a great range of benefits for staff including:

What we can offer:

• Great work-life balance with flexibility
• Career coaching and development
• Life insurance
• Wellbeing and volunteer leave
• Three days paid leave between Christmas and New Year
• Two weeks paid Partners Leave
• Sick leave from day one
• Continued KiwiSaver contributions during savings suspension
• Discounts with local and national businesses

If you think you are the right fit and want to make a positive difference to our people and our communities, apply today!

To apply for this job go to: https://sdcjobs.co.nz/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6781265. 

Applications close 25 July 2025