Senior Healthy Waters Specialist

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Are you passionate about stormwater management and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role? As a Senior Healthy Waters Specialist sitting in our Northen Rural Operations team based at our Albany Hub, you will lead technical efforts to deliver industry best practices and pragmatic stormwater solutions.

This is your chance to work on complex, high-quality stormwater infrastructure projects that make a real difference in our community. Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Customer Response – Respond to reports of stormwater related problems and work with the team and contractors to resolve these.
• Lead Technical Projects: Ensure the successful delivery of stormwater infrastructure projects with a strong focus on health & safety and financial management.
• High-Risk Procurements: Take a lead role in high-risk procurements, advising on key attributes and participating in tender evaluations.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate closely with stakeholders in the three waters industry, including developers and other infrastructure providers.
• Innovation and Improvement: Champion a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team.
• Stormwater Management Plans: Review stormwater management plans to meet Healthy Waters objectives.

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He kōrero mōu: About you

You are a proactive and technically skilled professional with a passion for stormwater management. A collaborative environment is what you thrive in and are committed to delivering high-quality projects.

Exceptional communication skills and ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders is what sets you apart. You are always looking for ways to innovate and improve processes.

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

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Environmental Science, or equivalent experience.
• Membership or working towards membership of a relevant professional body.
• 10+ years of experience in the three waters infrastructure sector, with a proven track record in project management of significant projects.
• Proficiency in civil/environmental engineering or environmental science, with strong contract management and administration skills.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

Auckland Council is one of the largest local authorities in the South Pacific providing essential services and facilities to more than 1.7 million people. We are progressive socially, culturally, and environmentally while we work towards creating change having an impact on our journey to becoming a world-class city for our ratepayers and residents.
 

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

View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits HERE

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Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!

If you have any support or access requirements, please advise us when submitting your application so we can assist you.

Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.

Applications close: Monday 12th of May at 11:59pm

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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.