Council Engineering Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Team Leader - Rivers

at Peak Recruitment New Zealand Ltd

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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)

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Water Technician

at CB Civil and Drainage Ltd

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This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Great benefits including Extraordinary Health & Wellness
Great growth in the region and opportunities for training
High Performing Award-Winning Team & "Hosts the Best Christmas Party"

Great benefits including Extraordinary Health & Wellness
Great growth in the region and opportunities for training
High Performing Award-Winning Team & "Hosts the Best Christmas Party"

Join a hands-on civil crew in Tauranga delivering water reticulation work - good people, high standards and a company that values quality

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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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 six days ago

Development Engineer

at Auckland Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$88,528 to $114,000 + 3.5% KiwiSaver contribution

Land development engineering opportunity
Hybrid role with flexible working options based in Central Auckland
Salary will be $88,528 to $114,000 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver contribution

Land development engineering opportunity
Hybrid role with flexible working options based in Central Auckland
Salary will be $88,528 to $114,000 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver contribution

Land Development Engineer to Help Shape Auckland

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Project Assistant

at CSA Engineering NZ limited

This is a Full time job

Epsom, Auckland

$65,000 – $85,000 per year

Technical sales engineer/architect providing proposals, client support, compliance guidance, and relationship management across construction projects.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Project Manager (Civil)

at Rata Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a well-established drainage company in Tauranga as a Project Manager (Civil)

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17h 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 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 fourteen hours ago

Water Technician

at CB Civil and Drainage Ltd

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This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Great benefits including Extraordinary Health & Wellness
Great growth in the region and opportunities for training
High Performing Award-Winning Team & "Hosts the Best Christmas Party"

Great benefits including Extraordinary Health & Wellness
Great growth in the region and opportunities for training
High Performing Award-Winning Team & "Hosts the Best Christmas Party"

Join a hands-on civil crew in Tauranga delivering water reticulation work - good people, high standards and a company that values quality

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14h ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Civil Engineers – Multiple Locations

at Cook Costello

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Growing Civil Team across Auckland, Whangārei, Christchurch & Wellington. Graduate to Senior roles with genuine progression and project ownership.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

28d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Graduate Engineer - Operations/Engineering Design

at Morphum Environmental

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Are you a recent (or soon‑to‑be) engineering graduate looking to begin your career in a supportive, purpose‑driven consultancy?

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

21d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

at Gisborne District Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Permanent, full-time position + Relocation Assistance
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Be a part of a dynamic and supportive team environment.

Permanent, full-time position + Relocation Assistance
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Be a part of a dynamic and supportive team environment.

Keep Gisborne's wastewater running safely. Hands-on, permanent full-time role protecting our community and coastal environment. Join our team!

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

24d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Team Leader/Principal Transport Engineering

at Christchurch City Council

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This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Join a team in a strong phase of growth
Play a key role in strengthening our in-house consultancy
We will pay for your relevant professional fees!

Join a team in a strong phase of growth
Play a key role in strengthening our in-house consultancy
We will pay for your relevant professional fees!

We are looking for a Team Leader/Principal Transport Engineering to elevate our service delivery and achieve the best outcomes for Ōtautahi

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16h ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Maintenance Engineer

at Higgins

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

A strong, people first culture where safety and wellbeing come first
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%

A strong, people first culture where safety and wellbeing come first
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%

We’re looking for a Maintenance Engineer to support safe, high‑quality network maintenance and drive performance.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20h ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Construction Practice Lead

at NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

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This is a Full time job

Auckland

Shape best practice across NZ's transport network
Lead improvements and foster a Community of Practice
Ensure consistent, high-quality infrastructure delivery

Shape best practice across NZ's transport network
Lead improvements and foster a Community of Practice
Ensure consistent, high-quality infrastructure delivery

This is a strategic role where you'll collaborate widely, influence decisions, and help shape the future of roading infrastructure delivery

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

15h ago

Listed three days ago

Project Manager - Water Supply

at Christchurch City Council

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$126,230 - $140,255

Deliver water supply capital projects end to end
Manage complex, multi‑disciplinary infrastructure works
Make a real impact on Christchurch’s community

Deliver water supply capital projects end to end
Manage complex, multi‑disciplinary infrastructure works
Make a real impact on Christchurch’s community

E ngā iwi, e ngā karangatanga huri noa i te motu, tēnei te mihi atu ki a koutou katoa. He īnoi tēnei ki a koe. Tono mai ki tētahi tūnga ki te Kauniher

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Project Manager - City Waters

at Tauranga City Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Total Annual Remuneration $114,000 - $125,000

Deliver water infrastructure projects from planning through to completion
Grow commercial and risk capability on meaningful projects
Join a collaborative, community-focused Waters Division team

Deliver water infrastructure projects from planning through to completion
Grow commercial and risk capability on meaningful projects
Join a collaborative, community-focused Waters Division team

Deliver essential water infrastructure projects end to end, working hands‑on with partners to support a healthy, growing Tauranga

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

24d ago

Listed twelve days ago

3 Waters Infrastructure Project Engineer

at Gisborne District Council

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Flexible working fully supported to balance your work and lifestyle
Relocation Support – Assistance for candidates moving to Tairāwhiti
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers

Flexible working fully supported to balance your work and lifestyle
Relocation Support – Assistance for candidates moving to Tairāwhiti
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers

Lead critical 3 Waters infrastructure projects in stunning Tairāwhiti. Own projects end to end, make a real community impact. Apply today!

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed three days ago

Transport Engineer

at Christchurch City Council

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$96,465 to $107,183 per annum based on 40 hour pw

A growing consultancy in a phase of expansion
Supportive of your professional development - we pay your professional fees!
Make a difference in your community

A growing consultancy in a phase of expansion
Supportive of your professional development - we pay your professional fees!
Make a difference in your community

Provide technical advice & design solutions on a variety of specialist transportation & traffic engineering issues that have impact on our communities

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Civil Engineer

at Inovo Projects Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Strong forward workload with opportunities for career growth
Take the lead and manage projects
Work with an agile, dynamic, group of professionals, with great team culture

Strong forward workload with opportunities for career growth
Take the lead and manage projects
Work with an agile, dynamic, group of professionals, with great team culture

Join Inovo’s land development team on major NZ projects—lead, collaborate, and make real impact in a people‑first culture.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17h ago

Listed twenty days ago

Civil Engineering Technician

at Young Top Construction Limited

This is a Full time job

Papakura, Auckland

$44 – $48 per hour

We are seeking a Civil Engineering Technician to assist with the planning, inspection, and supervision of civil engineering works.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d 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

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