Floodplain Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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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)

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Water Resources / Flood Modeller

at Land River Sea Consulting Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Complex, meaningful flood risk and water resources projects across NZ
Stable, growing consultancy — your work is visible and valued

Complex, meaningful flood risk and water resources projects across NZ
Stable, growing consultancy — your work is visible and valued

Specialist NZ consultancy seeks skilled hydraulic modeller for complex, meaningful flood risk and water resources work. Real technical growth.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Listed one day ago

LIM Officers

at Wellington City Council

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Salary from $74,141 + 5 weeks annual leave

Prepare LIMs & property reports, analysing technical & regulatory information
Work with customers & teams to deliver, clear, accurate, timely information
Support a collaborative team, with occasional emergency management support

Prepare LIMs & property reports, analysing technical & regulatory information
Work with customers & teams to deliver, clear, accurate, timely information
Support a collaborative team, with occasional emergency management support

Join the Council as a LIM Officer. Permanent full-time opportunity.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed ten days ago

Water Resources / Flood Modeller

at Land River Sea Consulting Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Complex, meaningful flood risk and water resources projects across NZ
Stable, growing consultancy — your work is visible and valued

Complex, meaningful flood risk and water resources projects across NZ
Stable, growing consultancy — your work is visible and valued

Specialist NZ consultancy seeks skilled hydraulic modeller for complex, meaningful flood risk and water resources work. Real technical growth.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

Listed twelve 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)

12d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Technical Director | Flood Modelling

at AECOM New Zealand Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Deliver major NZ three waters projects
Flexible work + career growth opportunities

Deliver major NZ three waters projects
Flexible work + career growth opportunities

Lead cutting-edge flood modelling projects, shape resilient communities, and drive technical excellence while growing client impact across New Zealand

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19h ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Senior Compliance Officer

at Taumata Arowai

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$111,370 (90%) - $123,744 (100%) - $142,306 (115%)

Permanent Christchurch based role
Supportive, high performing team environment
Contribute to improving drinking water safety for all New Zealanders

Permanent Christchurch based role
Supportive, high performing team environment
Contribute to improving drinking water safety for all New Zealanders

Join us to grow your career in regulatory compliance and ensure New Zealanders have access to safe drinking water every day.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

18h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Skilled Labourer

at Horizons Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Kairanga, Manawatu

Enjoy working outdoors and using your practical skills and experience?
Play a practical role in keeping people and property safe from flooding.
Positive focus on employee health and wellbeing.

Enjoy working outdoors and using your practical skills and experience?
Play a practical role in keeping people and property safe from flooding.
Positive focus on employee health and wellbeing.

Utilise your practical skills and help us maintain vital flood control and drainage assets across our diverse environment.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

11d ago

Listed seven days ago

Compliance Officer Stormwater - fixed term until 30 June 2027

at Auckland Council

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$77k to $89k p/a plus Kiwisaver and benefits

Frontline stormwater compliance across the Auckland region
Ensure adherence to RMA, Building Act and Local Government Act
Support communities to reduce future flood and cyclone impacts

Frontline stormwater compliance across the Auckland region
Ensure adherence to RMA, Building Act and Local Government Act
Support communities to reduce future flood and cyclone impacts

Ensuring stormwater compliance across Auckland while supporting communities impacted by floods and cyclones.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Development Engineer

at Watercare Services Limited

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

Income protection and life insurance.

Fantastic modern Newmarket offices, close to public transport.
Support new developments by reviewing designs, consents, and network connections
Ensure water and wastewater assets meet standards and are fit for long-term use

Fantastic modern Newmarket offices, close to public transport.
Support new developments by reviewing designs, consents, and network connections
Ensure water and wastewater assets meet standards and are fit for long-term use

Support Auckland growth as a Development Engineer-review designs, ensure compliant assets, and deliver sustainable water services solutions.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Field Operator – Dredging Team

at SiteCare Limited

This is a Full time job

Taupo Central, Waikato

Competitive remuneration package
Great working environment
Supportive team

Competitive remuneration package
Great working environment
Supportive team

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Field Operator to join our team!

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed eleven 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)

11d ago

Listed thirteen hours ago

Associate Engineers/Technical Directors - Stormwater

at Harrison Grierson Consultants Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Join one of NZ’s leading urban development engineering and design consultancies
Work on complex water infrastructure projects across public and private sectors
Hybrid working, flexible hours & ongoing professional development opportunities

Join one of NZ’s leading urban development engineering and design consultancies
Work on complex water infrastructure projects across public and private sectors
Hybrid working, flexible hours & ongoing professional development opportunities

We’re looking for experienced engineers and technical leaders to join our Three Waters team, with a strong focus on stormwater design and delivery.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13h ago

Listed five days ago

Environmental Project Manager – Catchment Initiatives

at Central Plains Water Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

We are seeking an experienced environmental professional to lead the planning and delivery of environmental projects.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed eleven 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)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Hydrology / Stormwater / Infrastructure Focus Project Engineer / Manager

at Novo Tech Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

$130,000 – $140,000 per year

Project Management

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

DRAINLAYER – CIVIL / INFRASTRUCTURE - AUCKLAND

at Franklin Smith

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Installing large bore PVC and Concrete pipework
Constructing and installing precast concrete manholes
Big hours on offer & weekly pay!

Installing large bore PVC and Concrete pipework
Constructing and installing precast concrete manholes
Big hours on offer & weekly pay!

Drainlayers needed - immediate start!!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

12d ago

Listed seven days 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)

7d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Principal Fluvial Geomorphologist

at WSP New Zealand

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu(Hybrid)

Excellent team and people focused culture
Join us in doing purposeful work that helps shape our vision and our future
Great benefits, including shares scheme and health insurance

Excellent team and people focused culture
Join us in doing purposeful work that helps shape our vision and our future
Great benefits, including shares scheme and health insurance

This role is focused on fluvial morphodynamics. Your technical proficiency in field & desktop work will drive delivery of natural resource solutions.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

19h ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Principal Fluvial Geomorphologist

at WSP New Zealand

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Excellent team and people focused culture
Join us in doing purposeful work that helps shape our vision and our future
Great benefits, including shares scheme and health insurance

Excellent team and people focused culture
Join us in doing purposeful work that helps shape our vision and our future
Great benefits, including shares scheme and health insurance

This role is focused on fluvial morphodynamics. Your technical proficiency in field & desktop work will drive delivery of natural resource solutions.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

19h ago

Listed five days ago

Intermediate Engineer / Modelling Specialist

at Submergent Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

• A supportive and highly capable team that values learning and collaboration
• A genuinely technical role requiring creativity and versatility
• Diverse, high-impact projects with a wide technical range

• A supportive and highly capable team that values learning and collaboration
• A genuinely technical role requiring creativity and versatility
• Diverse, high-impact projects with a wide technical range

Intermediate Engineer / Modelling Specialist building hydraulic and hydrologic models in a team that values technical excellence and curiosity.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Manager - Portfolio Delivery

at Waikato Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$145,000 – $162,000 per year

Protect communities through major flood protection programmes.
Key strategic role leading regional infrastructure project delivery.
Flexible working environment + L&D Opportunities + Great Social club

Protect communities through major flood protection programmes.
Key strategic role leading regional infrastructure project delivery.
Flexible working environment + L&D Opportunities + Great Social club

Lead governance and oversight of major infrastructure investment programmes, delivering portfolio assurance to protect communities and the environment

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Senior Civil Engineer

at Intrax Consulting Group

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Grow - Your career with access to continuous learning opportunities
Inspire - Use technical expertise and leadership to help shape the future
Create - Cutting edge projects that help develop of local communities

Grow - Your career with access to continuous learning opportunities
Inspire - Use technical expertise and leadership to help shape the future
Create - Cutting edge projects that help develop of local communities

Join Intrax as a Civil Engineer! Work on residential development projects in SA within a multidisciplinary consultancy. Open to candidates relocating.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Lead/Associate Stormwater Engineer

at Aurecon

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Lead stormwater projects across land development, transport, & flood management
Work closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams on complex infrastructure
Apply technical, commercial, & digital capability in a NZ regulatory context

Lead stormwater projects across land development, transport, & flood management
Work closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams on complex infrastructure
Apply technical, commercial, & digital capability in a NZ regulatory context

Lead stormwater projects across NZ. Shape resilient infrastructure, mentor teams, and work closely with clients on complex, high-impact work.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Capital Delivery 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
• A truly transformational opportunity
• Structure the capital delivery foundations of a new organisation

• Be part of building a new entity from the ground up
• A truly transformational opportunity
• Structure the capital delivery foundations of a new organisation

Be part of a motivated team to establish a critical new entity for Northland.

subClassification: Regional CouncilRegional Council

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Operations Workstream Lead – Establishment Programme

at HRConsult Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whangarei Central, Northland(Hybrid)

Be part of building a new entity from the ground up
A great career opportunity
Develop the operational strategies for an essential service

Be part of building a new entity from the ground up
A great career opportunity
Develop the operational strategies for an essential service

Be part of a highly motivated team to create a critical entity for Northland.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Manager - Portfolio Delivery

at Waikato Regional Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$145,000 – $162,000 per year

Protect communities through major flood protection programmes.
Key strategic role leading regional infrastructure project delivery.
Flexible working environment + L&D Opportunities + Great Social club

Protect communities through major flood protection programmes.
Key strategic role leading regional infrastructure project delivery.
Flexible working environment + L&D Opportunities + Great Social club

Lead governance and oversight of major infrastructure investment programmes, delivering portfolio assurance to protect communities and the environment

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed eighteen days ago