Coastal Engineer Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

The Foundation Graduate Programme is an exciting new three-year rotational experience delivered in partnership by Watercare, Fulton Hogan, and Jacobs.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

2027 Graduate Program

at Stantec New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$71,000 – $74,000 per year

NZD74,000 base salary with various other company benefits
Engineering NZ accredited 2-year graduate development programme
Connect with our international Developing Professionals Group Network

NZD74,000 base salary with various other company benefits
Engineering NZ accredited 2-year graduate development programme
Connect with our international Developing Professionals Group Network

Are you a new 2026 graduate (or soon to graduate) with aspirations to grow in a supportive environment, then join Stantec’s 2026 Graduate Programme!

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Project Engineer

at Central Hawke's Bay District Council

This is a Full time job

Waipawa, Hawkes Bay

Are you passionate about making a difference for the community?
Do you enjoy working in a dynamic team?
Do you have a ‘can-do’ attitude, and are not afraid of being bold?

Are you passionate about making a difference for the community?
Do you enjoy working in a dynamic team?
Do you have a ‘can-do’ attitude, and are not afraid of being bold?

This role is a unique opportunity for an energetic, innovative person who is looking to grow professionally.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

22h ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Intermediate Civil Engineer

at BCD Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Come and join a growing NZ owned and operated company
Benefit from being part of a company committed to growing its people
Work alongside fun, fast-paced and solutions focused consultants

Come and join a growing NZ owned and operated company
Benefit from being part of a company committed to growing its people
Work alongside fun, fast-paced and solutions focused consultants

Be part of a dynamic consultancy delivering smart solutions and standout projects across New Zealand.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Civil Engineer – Hadley Consultants, Queenstown

at Hadley Consultants Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Queenstown Central, Otago

Top Tier Salary + Benefits
Career Growth Support
Relocation Costs Contribution For The Right Candidate

Top Tier Salary + Benefits
Career Growth Support
Relocation Costs Contribution For The Right Candidate

Experienced Civil Engineer wanted - based in the adventure playground of Queenstown with significant career growth prospects.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

27d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Environmental Planner

at AECOM New Zealand Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambition
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader

AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambition
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader

Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

19d ago

Listed three days ago

Assistant Engineer - Water/Environmental

at Christchurch City Council

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$88,003 to $97,781 per annum + professional fees!

Enjoy varied and technically stimulating work
We'll support you on your pathway to becoming a Chartered Engineer
Work alongside highly skilled and experienced engineers and scientists

Enjoy varied and technically stimulating work
We'll support you on your pathway to becoming a Chartered Engineer
Work alongside highly skilled and experienced engineers and scientists

play a key role in supporting environmental and water engineering activities across the Council’s water portfolios and in the resilience of our City!

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Dam Safety Engineer

at Watercare Services Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

Competitive salary and great benefits on offer!

Unique opportunity to join the Watercare team
Competitive salary and great benefits on offer!
Proven experience in Dam Safety and Dam Engineering required

Unique opportunity to join the Watercare team
Competitive salary and great benefits on offer!
Proven experience in Dam Safety and Dam Engineering required

We currently have an exciting new opportunity for a Dam Safety Engineer to join the Watercare team.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18h ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Team Leader - Rivers

at Peak Recruitment New Zealand Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Role can be based in Dunedin or Alexandra

Work across Otago’s large, complex & diverse river systems
Be part of a collaborative, supportive and values-driven organisation
From alpine lakes to coastlines, Otago offers an exceptional lifestyle

Work across Otago’s large, complex & diverse river systems
Be part of a collaborative, supportive and values-driven organisation
From alpine lakes to coastlines, Otago offers an exceptional lifestyle

Lead Otago’s river engineering team and programme, driving environmental and community outcomes and ensuring regulatory compliance.

subClassification: Environmental EngineeringEnvironmental Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Flood Hazard Engineer

at Peak Recruitment New Zealand Ltd

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Role could be based at any ORC office in Otago

Apply HEC-RAS & HEC-HMS modelling to real-world flood risk challenges
Varied work across modelling, investigation, design and flood response
Enjoy Otago’s mountains, lakes, rivers, trails and surf beaches

Apply HEC-RAS & HEC-HMS modelling to real-world flood risk challenges
Varied work across modelling, investigation, design and flood response
Enjoy Otago’s mountains, lakes, rivers, trails and surf beaches

Lead flood hazard modelling & analysis to support river engineering, infrastructure design & strategic flood risk planning across diverse catchments.

subClassification: Environmental EngineeringEnvironmental Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed seven days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow - School of Environment- 24 mth fixed-term

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$92,213 – $94,649 per year

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Exciting opportunity is available for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the School of Environment

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

7d ago

Listed ten days ago

Asset Engineer

at Fluid Engineering

This is a Full time job

Thorndon, Wellington(Hybrid)

A Port that's growing for the future of Wellington and Central New Zealand
Work closely with trusted contractors and specialist consultants
Utilise your desire for continuous improvement

A Port that's growing for the future of Wellington and Central New Zealand
Work closely with trusted contractors and specialist consultants
Utilise your desire for continuous improvement

Broaden your asset management experience across a diverse infrastructure portfolio in a fast-paced environment

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed ten days ago

Engineering Geologist

at Archway Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

110k+

Work on major infrastructure, marine, and large-scale residential/commercial dev
Join a specialist geotechnical team delivering innovative solutions nationwide.
Enjoy competitive pay, flexible work options, and professional growth opportunit

Work on major infrastructure, marine, and large-scale residential/commercial dev
Join a specialist geotechnical team delivering innovative solutions nationwide.
Enjoy competitive pay, flexible work options, and professional growth opportunit

Engineering Geologist wanted! Work on landmark projects across NZ, from marine infrastructure to high-rise towers.