Healthy Waters Specialist - Regional Operations Team

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Auckland Council’s Healthy Waters & Flood Resilience department is seeking a Healthy Waters Specialist – Regional Operations Engineer to join our Regional Operations Team. 

This is a dynamic role focused on delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and innovative stormwater and three waters solutions. You’ll be part of a collaborative team driving operational excellence, championing technology innovation, and supporting environmental outcomes across Tāmaki Makaurau.

Day-to-day you could expect to:

• Manage regional operational contracts and ensure contractor performance.
• Support the Minor Capex programme and small water supply/wastewater team.
• Organise trials and implement smart tools for operational response.
• Apply best practice and innovation in three waters infrastructure.
• Ensure robust financial, health and safety, and risk management.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and new initiatives.
• Support customer satisfaction and respond to service requests.

Click here to view the Position Description. 

He kōrero mōu: About you

You are a technically skilled and customer-focused engineer with a passion for innovation and environmental outcomes. 

You thrive in collaborative environments, communicate effectively, and bring strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills. You’re adaptable, proactive, and committed to delivering high-quality results.

We will be looking for the following specific qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering or equivalent
• Project or contract management qualifications or equivalent experience
• Membership or working towards membership of a relevant professional body
• 3+ years’ experience in three waters or infrastructure sector
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other software applications

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer 

Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau a world-class city.

We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible.

Click here to view a snapshot of some of our employee benefits.

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Applications close: 15th of July 2025. We will be interviewing candidates as applications come through so don’t delay in applying.
 

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.