Intermediate Healthy Waters Specialist

He angitūtanga: The opportunity 

Join our Healthy Waters & Flood Resilience (HW&FR) department as an Intermediate Healthy Waters Specialist (Special Projects) and help deliver industry-leading three waters solutions across Tāmaki Makaurau. As part of the Commercial & Property team within HW&FR, you’ll balance programme delivery, access to property processes, and customer and systems work. 

You’ll collaborate with developers, infrastructure providers, and internal partners, all while championing health, safety, and risk management, and contributing to our commitment to te ao Māori and Māori outcomes.

Day-to-day you could expect to work on:

• Planning and delivering tasks from definition to solution, applying robust technical, business, financial, programme, and contract management skills
• Preparing templated customer agreements and documentation via SharePoint, and keeping project information accurate and up to date
• Briefing, coordinating, and assessing the performance of engaged consultants and contractors
• Managing the end-of-month payment claims process and coordinating on-charging and cost recovery with internal teams
• Engaging constructively with developers, public utilities, infrastructure providers, and residents to achieve positive strategic outcomes

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He kōrero mōu: About you 

You’re a proactive problem-solver who thrives on variety and challenge. Energised by complex projects and shifting priorities, you bring curiosity, creativity, and a drive to make things happen. 

Your knack for building strong relationships means you are just as comfortable collaborating with stakeholders as you are working independently. You are quick to adapt, always looking for smarter ways to deliver results, and you are not afraid to champion new ideas. 

Experience with SharePoint and Power Automate would be a real asset, particularly knowing how to leverage smart systems to keep projects on track and information flowing. Most importantly, you arecustomer focussed and  passionate about making a positive impact for communities and the environment.

Specifically, we are looking for:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, law, commerce, property, or equivalent five years practical experience within a similar environment.
• 3+ years’ experience in the three waters sector would be highly desirable; however, we are also interested in local government/public infrastructure experience
• Proven project and contract management experience, with the ability to recognise and manage short and long-term risks
• Experience engaging with the public and stakeholders to achieve positive delivery outcomes
• Strong analytical skills and agility to adapt solutions to changing situations
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (SharePoint, Power Automate, Word, Excel, Outlook) and solid process/systems management skills

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. 

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

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Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Application close date: Tuesday 27th of January at 11.59pm

Salary range: $77,000 - $90,000 

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.