Dam Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Site Engineer - Civil

This is a Full time job

Hands‑on construction experience from day one
Work on interesting and technically challenging projects — NZ and overseas
Strong development, mentoring, and a clear career pathway beyond Site Engineer.

Hands‑on construction experience from day one
Work on interesting and technically challenging projects — NZ and overseas
Strong development, mentoring, and a clear career pathway beyond Site Engineer.

Kick‑start your civil engineering career as a Site Engineer, working hands‑on on real projects with strong mentoring and support.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Graduate Engineer - Civil

at MAP Projects

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Hands‑on site experience on real civil construction projects
Strong development, mentoring, and a clear career pathway beyond Site Engineer.
Varied projects across NZ and the Pacific with a supportive team

Hands‑on site experience on real civil construction projects
Strong development, mentoring, and a clear career pathway beyond Site Engineer.
Varied projects across NZ and the Pacific with a supportive team

Kick‑start your career as a junior Site Engineer with hands‑on project experience, strong mentoring, and clear career progression

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Listed seven days ago

Site Engineer - Civil

at MAP Projects

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

Hands‑on construction experience from day one
Work on interesting and technically challenging projects — NZ and overseas
Strong development, mentoring, and a clear career pathway beyond Site Engineer.

Hands‑on construction experience from day one
Work on interesting and technically challenging projects — NZ and overseas
Strong development, mentoring, and a clear career pathway beyond Site Engineer.

Kick‑start your civil engineering career as a Site Engineer, working hands‑on on real projects with strong mentoring and support.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed seven days ago

Graduate Engineer - Civil

at MAP Projects

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Hands‑on site experience on real civil construction projects
Strong development, mentoring, and a clear career pathway beyond Site Engineer.
Varied projects across NZ and the Pacific with a supportive team

Hands‑on site experience on real civil construction projects
Strong development, mentoring, and a clear career pathway beyond Site Engineer.
Varied projects across NZ and the Pacific with a supportive team

Kick‑start your career as a junior Site Engineer with hands‑on project experience, strong mentoring, and clear career progression

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Geothermal Power Plant Operator

at Eastland Generation

This is a Full time job

Kawerau, Bay of Plenty

Join us in building a sustainable future for Aotearoa
Support team and safety-first culture
Competitive salary and excellent staff benefits

Join us in building a sustainable future for Aotearoa
Support team and safety-first culture
Competitive salary and excellent staff benefits

Now is the time to join Eastland Generation, a specialist renewable energy developer in a phase of rapid growth.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

23d ago

Listed nine days ago

Onsite Water and Wastewater Engineer - Graduate Professional to Intermediate

at Morphum Environmental

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

You will collaborate with engineers, scientists and contractors in the field and office, ensuring projects run smoothly and deliver quality outcomes.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Project Managers & Project Engineers - NATIONWIDE ROLES - Major Civil Structures

at Rebel Recruitment Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$135,000 – $200,000 per year

🔥 Major national infrastructure pipeline
🔥 Run complex structures work
🔥 Bridges, marine & water treatment projects

🔥 Major national infrastructure pipeline
🔥 Run complex structures work
🔥 Bridges, marine & water treatment projects

Lead major water, bridges & marine infrastructure projects. Real ownership. Real delivery. Real progression. NATIONWIDE ROLES

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

23d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Ringa Wai me te Waipara - Water and Wastewater Operator

at Matamata-Piako District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Morrinsville, Waikato

$29.75 – $35 per hour

Don’t want to be stuck in an office all day?
Enjoy variety with no two days the same?
Fully qualified with prior industry experience?

Don’t want to be stuck in an office all day?
Enjoy variety with no two days the same?
Fully qualified with prior industry experience?

We are looking for a self-motivated, reliable person to join our Water and Wastewater team.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7h ago

Listed eight hours ago

Asset Inspector - Cromwell (Central Otago)

at Delta

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Greymouth Central, West Coast

Competitive Hourly Rate + Allowances + Benefits ++

Grow your career in a critical, hands-on network role
Make an impact with a safety-first, quality-driven team
Stay local while building specialist technical capability

Grow your career in a critical, hands-on network role
Make an impact with a safety-first, quality-driven team
Stay local while building specialist technical capability

Protect Critical Electricity Assets While Enjoying the Central Otago Lifestyle

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

8h ago

Listed ten days ago

Rivers and Drainage Operator

at Bay of Plenty Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Edgecumbe, Bay of Plenty

Great workmates and staff culture
Challenge and variety
Full time, permanent position, based in Edgecumbe

Great workmates and staff culture
Challenge and variety
Full time, permanent position, based in Edgecumbe

Our Rivers & Drainage Operations team is looking for an experienced operator to undertake a variety of river and drainage maintenance activities.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

10d ago

Listed seven days ago

Manager - Infrastructure

at Waikato Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$190,000 – $220,000 per year

Lead high‑impact programmes safeguarding people, land and infrastructure.
Relocation costs + Additional Leave + WFH +Flexible Working + Extra Sick Leave.
Training and Development Opportunities Provided + Annual Salary Review.

Lead high‑impact programmes safeguarding people, land and infrastructure.
Relocation costs + Additional Leave + WFH +Flexible Working + Extra Sick Leave.
Training and Development Opportunities Provided + Annual Salary Review.

Leads Waikato’s flood, river and drainage systems, delivering programmes that safeguard communities and ensure sustainable, resilient infrastructure.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed one day ago

Civil Engineering Team Lead

at Arawai Engineering Consulting

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

$140,000 – $170,000 per year

Interesting and challenging projects
Supportive, people-first culture
Equal Pay

Interesting and challenging projects
Supportive, people-first culture
Equal Pay

We’re looking for a hands-on, technically strong professional with experience in Water or Stormwater Analysis and Design.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Asset Inspector - Cromwell (Central Otago)

at Delta

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Gore, Southland

Competitive Hourly Rate + Allowances + Benefits ++

Grow your career in a critical, hands-on network role
Make an impact with a safety-first, quality-driven team
Stay local while building specialist technical capability

Grow your career in a critical, hands-on network role
Make an impact with a safety-first, quality-driven team
Stay local while building specialist technical capability

Protect Critical Electricity Assets While Enjoying the Central Otago Lifestyle

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

8h ago

Listed eight hours ago

Asset Inspector - Cromwell (Central Otago)

at Delta

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Cromwell, Otago

Competitive Hourly Rate + Allowances + Benefits ++

Grow your career in a critical, hands-on network role
Make an impact with a safety-first, quality-driven team
Stay local while building specialist technical capability

Grow your career in a critical, hands-on network role
Make an impact with a safety-first, quality-driven team
Stay local while building specialist technical capability

Protect Critical Electricity Assets While Enjoying the Central Otago Lifestyle

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

8h ago

Listed eight hours ago

Asset Inspector - Cromwell (Central Otago)

at Delta

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Invercargill Central, Southland

Competitive Hourly Rate + Allowances + Benefits ++

Grow your career in a critical, hands-on network role
Make an impact with a safety-first, quality-driven team
Stay local while building specialist technical capability

Grow your career in a critical, hands-on network role
Make an impact with a safety-first, quality-driven team
Stay local while building specialist technical capability

Protect Critical Electricity Assets While Enjoying the Central Otago Lifestyle

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

8h ago

Listed nine days ago

Construction Engineer

at DIALOG Fitzroy Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Join DIALOG Fitzroy as a permanent, full-time Construction Engineer in Wellington!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Technical Director - Geotechnical Engineering

at AECOM New Zealand Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Grow client relationships and influence major infrastructure outcomes
Shape technical excellence and mentor high-performing geotechnical teams

Grow client relationships and influence major infrastructure outcomes
Shape technical excellence and mentor high-performing geotechnical teams

Lead major geotechnical infrastructure projects while shaping technical excellence and mentoring high-performing teams.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8h ago

Listed ten days ago

Pole Inspector

at Delta

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Competitive hourly rate + Benefits

Work outdoors across Otago with a supportive crew
Hands-on inspections, testing and digital reporting
Stable role with training and development opportunities

Work outdoors across Otago with a supportive crew
Hands-on inspections, testing and digital reporting
Stable role with training and development opportunities

Pole Inspector (Dunedin) - help keep our network safe & reliable

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

10d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Asset Inspector - Cromwell (Central Otago)

at Delta

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Balclutha, Otago

Competitive Hourly Rate + Allowances + Benefits ++

Grow your career in a critical, hands-on network role
Make an impact with a safety-first, quality-driven team
Stay local while building specialist technical capability

Grow your career in a critical, hands-on network role
Make an impact with a safety-first, quality-driven team
Stay local while building specialist technical capability

Protect Critical Electricity Assets While Enjoying the Central Otago Lifestyle

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

8h ago

Listed ten hours ago

Water Techinican Foreperson

at Fulton Hogan

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Taranaki

Competitive Hourly Rate + Time & Half Paid OT + Vehicle
Life Insurance + Fuel Card Discount + Retailer Discounts
Ongoing Training + Development Opportunities

Competitive Hourly Rate + Time & Half Paid OT + Vehicle
Life Insurance + Fuel Card Discount + Retailer Discounts
Ongoing Training + Development Opportunities

Be the on-site go-to, planning and delivering installations of water mains, valves, hydrants, fittings, and related assets.

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

10h ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Civil Engineer

at Davis Ogilvie & Partners Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

Be part of our team of over 35 experienced civil engineers and technicians
South Island wide company working on a diverse and exciting range of projects
South Island owned company with over 90 years experience

Be part of our team of over 35 experienced civil engineers and technicians
South Island wide company working on a diverse and exciting range of projects
South Island owned company with over 90 years experience

DO are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join our Central Otago team to play a key role in delivering quality civil engineering services.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Creative Content and Asset Coordinator

at Citta Limited

This is a Full time job

Mount Eden, Auckland(Hybrid)

Join a NZ-owned business that values sustainability, creativity, and people
Surround yourself with beautifully designed products
Work with a tight-knit, friendly team

Join a NZ-owned business that values sustainability, creativity, and people
Surround yourself with beautifully designed products
Work with a tight-knit, friendly team

We’re looking for a creative and organised Content & Asset Coordinator with a passion for photography, content production, and brand storytelling.

subClassification: Marketing Assistants/CoordinatorsMarketing Assistants/Coordinators

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

13d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Senior Civil Engineer

at Myne Talent

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$120,000 – $130,000 per year

Grow your career through ongoing learning, mentoring and development
Enjoy flexibility, wellbeing initiatives and benefits that support life
Join a supportive team where you’re trusted and empowered to lead

Grow your career through ongoing learning, mentoring and development
Enjoy flexibility, wellbeing initiatives and benefits that support life
Join a supportive team where you’re trusted and empowered to lead

Lead civil design on major water infrastructure projects, delivering practical, multidisciplinary solutions from concept to completion

Recruited byRob Sellars

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9h ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Treatment Operator - Central Hawkes Bay

at Veolia

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Waipukurau, Hawkes Bay

Global Organisation
Career Development
Help to create a better future for our planet

Global Organisation
Career Development
Help to create a better future for our planet

Worked in the water industry? Have wastewater experience? Want to work in a supportive team environment? - then this could be your role.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

11h ago

Listed three days ago

Project Manager- Civil

at MAP Projects

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Clear pathway to Senior PM, Ops Manager & shareholding
Diverse, high-impact projects across NZ & the Pacific
Strong mentoring, autonomy and team culture

Clear pathway to Senior PM, Ops Manager & shareholding
Diverse, high-impact projects across NZ & the Pacific
Strong mentoring, autonomy and team culture

Step into a Project Manager role delivering civil projects with hands-on leadership, strong team backing, and a clear path forward

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Drilling Engineer

at Contact Energy

This is a Full time job

Wairakei, Waikato

Competitive remuneration and benefits package

Hands on geothermal drilling shaping NZ’s renewable energy future
Be part of a tight knit crew doing work that genuinely matters
Challenging field based role with learning, growth and great team culture

Hands on geothermal drilling shaping NZ’s renewable energy future
Be part of a tight knit crew doing work that genuinely matters
Challenging field based role with learning, growth and great team culture

Join Contact Energy’s drilling team and help deliver geothermal power through practical, purpose led mahi in the field.

subClassification: Oil & Gas - DrillingOil & Gas - Drilling

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

8d ago

Listed two days ago

Water System and Pump Technician

at Growater Ltd

This is a Full time job

Dannevirke, Manawatu

$27 – $35 per hour

Join Growater in Dannevirke to install, troubleshoot, and repair diverse water systems. Field-based role with on-the-job training provided.

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

2d ago

Listed six days ago

Manager - Infrastructure

at Waikato Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$190,000 – $220,000 per year

Lead high‑impact programmes safeguarding people, land and infrastructure.
Relocation costs + Additional Leave + WFH +Flexible Working + Extra Sick Leave.
Training and Development Opportunities Provided + Annual Salary Review.

Lead high‑impact programmes safeguarding people, land and infrastructure.
Relocation costs + Additional Leave + WFH +Flexible Working + Extra Sick Leave.
Training and Development Opportunities Provided + Annual Salary Review.

Leads Waikato’s flood, river and drainage systems, delivering programmes that safeguard communities and ensure sustainable, resilient infrastructure.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed ten days ago

Wastewater Treatment Operator

at DOWNER NZ

This is a Full time job

Dargaville, Northland

Hands-on water & wastewater treatment operations in Mangawhai
Keep treatment plants compliant, running smoothly and community-ready
Join a tight-knit crew with strong safety values and real career growth

Hands-on water & wastewater treatment operations in Mangawhai
Keep treatment plants compliant, running smoothly and community-ready
Join a tight-knit crew with strong safety values and real career growth

Keep Mangawhai's water flowing, operate critical treatment systems and protect the health of local communities every day.

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Project Manager – Civil Drainage

at Draintech 2018 Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Whakatane, Bay of Plenty

$120,000 – $180,000 per year

Join the Eastern Bays only fully loaded Three Waters team!

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

28d ago

Listed eight days ago

Principal Water Services Operations Engineer

at Western Bay of Plenty District Council

This is a Full time job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

How does five weeks annual leave, medical insurance and flexible working sound?
Do you want to drive real operational improvements with district-wide impact?
Do you like to own complex challenges?

How does five weeks annual leave, medical insurance and flexible working sound?
Do you want to drive real operational improvements with district-wide impact?
Do you like to own complex challenges?

This is a senior technical role for an experienced water services professional who wants to make a real operational impact.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed six days ago

Asset Management Workstream Lead – Establishment Programme

at HRConsult Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whangarei Central, Northland(Hybrid)

• Be part of building a new entity from the ground up
• Help shape the asset foundations of Northland Waters
• Collaborate with a highly motivated team

• Be part of building a new entity from the ground up
• Help shape the asset foundations of Northland Waters
• Collaborate with a highly motivated team

As Asset Management Workstream Lead for Northland Waters, this is an amazing opportunity to shape the future of a new organisation.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

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