Senior Healthy Waters Specialist (Special Projects)

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Join Auckland Council’s Healthy Waters and Flood Resilience department in a senior technical role focused on shaping and delivering complex stormwater and wastewater infrastructure outcomes across Tāmaki Makaurau.

As a Senior Healthy Waters Specialist (Special Projects) sitting in our Healthy Waters Network Solutions team, you will bring expert advice, practical thinking and strong project leadership to high-value, high-risk initiatives, while championing best practice, innovation and customer-focused delivery. 

Working across a broad range of stakeholders, you will play an important part in ensuring stormwater solutions are fit-for-purpose, financially sound, safe and aligned to Auckland Council’s wider strategic direction.

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

• Leading the delivery of complex stormwater and wastewater infrastructure projects
• Managing procurement, contracts, budgets, risk and performance to support quality, cost-effective outcomes
• Working closely with internal and external partners including Auckland Transport, Watercare, developers and other infrastructure providers
• Championing innovation, continuous improvement, health and safety, and customer-focused service across projects and programmes
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior staff while contributing to planning, growth and future urban development work

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He kōrero mōu: About you

You have previous experience in three waters infrastructure, or a closely related field, and you are confident working across both strategic and operational environments. 

You combine strong technical capability with sound judgement, commercial acumen and a collaborative approach, and you know how to build credibility with a wide range of stakeholders. Just as importantly, you are someone who leads by example whilst prioritising health and safety, supporting continuous improvement, mentoring others and contributing positively to a high-performing team culture. 

Specifically, we are looking for:

• A degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or equivalent experience 
• At least 7 years’ experience in the three waters infrastructure sector or a similar environment
• Strong project management experience across significant, high-risk or high-value projects
• Demonstrated expertise in stormwater management techniques, including engineered solutions, hydrology and environmental performance
• Well-developed stakeholder management, consultation and communication skills
• Experience in contract management, business case development and working within a local government or similarly complex environment

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: Monday 22nd of June at 11:59pm

 

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer. We serve the diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, educational background, or religious beliefs. We also welcome applications from our Rainbow communities as well as disabled and neurodivergent people. We are committed to making our hiring process accessible to everyone. If you require any support or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.