Floodplain Planner Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Nov 2026

Listed three days ago

Natural Hazards Planning Specialist

at Waikato District Council

This is a Full time job

Ngaruawahia, Waikato

Unique opportunity to influence strategic decision-making.
Provide expert technical advice, oversee hazard and climate risk data.
Lead Council's natural hazards and climate risk management framework.

Help shape a more resilient future for the Waikato District.

3d ago

Listed eight days ago

Planning Coordinator

at JOYN

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

$75,000 - $85,000 + Medical + Fitness Subsidy

More than just coordination, a chance to broaden your career
Help bring new solar energy projects to life across NZ
Engaged passionate team | varied role | new Newmarket office from Feb 2027

Ready for more responsibility and room to grow your career? Join a fast-growing NZ solar business where your ideas and initiative really count!

8d ago

Listed four days ago

GIS and Data Analyst

at Zero Invasive Predators Limited (ZIP)

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

GIS and Data Analyst

4d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Intermediate Civil Engineer – Stormwater

at Awa Environmental

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Meaningful impact: Reduce flood risk and protect communities.
Career growth: Own challenging projects and progress towards CPEng.
Great culture: Join a talented team with flexibility and great benefits.

Shape the future of stormwater at Awa. Tackle complex challenges, protect communities and grow your career with a talented, collaborative team.

11d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Civil Engineer/Graduate Civil Engineer

at Smart Developments Limited t/as G&C Diggers

This is a Full time job

Carterton, Wellington

Civil Engineer to join our team working on Civil infrastructure projects including subdivisions, roading, drainage and Three Waters infrastructure.

15d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Operational Hydrological Forecaster

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Located in Christchurch, Wellington or Auckland
Work in a high performing science organisation with focus on employee wellbeing.
Competitive remuneration and inclusive benefits!

This is an exciting opportunity for an early- to mid-career scientist to work at the interface between research and operations.

14d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Environmental Monitoring Officer - Water and Wastes

at Northland Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Generous leave allowance
Fieldwork, investigations, and environmental protection all in one role.
Help keep Northland’s waterways healthy for future generations.

Be part of work that matters - getting out on the ground to investigate, engage, and protect Northland’s environment.

14d ago•Expiring

Listed four days ago

River Works Supervisor

at Environment Canterbury

This is a Full time job

Kainga, Canterbury

Life, and Income Protection Insurance (AUD)

Manage contractors and oversee project performance
Maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders
Contribute to maintaining flood protection works

Work to combine flood and erosion protection with nature-based solutions on Canterbury’s iconic braided rivers and streams

4d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Graduate Planner

at Stantec New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

Work for a global but local company
2-year graduate development program!
Excellent career development opportunities + many other benefits

Start your planning career in a collaborative, professional and supportive team, working on projects that matter to communities across New Zealand.

22d ago

Listed one day ago

Stormwater Engineer

at Fluid Engineering

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$100k - $125k p.a.

Work across a diverse portfolio of Auckland projects.
Take ownership of stormwater design with support from an experienced team.
Develop your technical expertise with flexible working and ongoing development.

Design and deliver stormwater networks, attenuation systems, hydraulic modelling and drainage solutions across Auckland land development projects.

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Junior Civil Engineer

at Fluid Engineering

This is a Full time job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Grow your career with exposure to civil structural and geotechnical engineering.
Learn from experienced engineers and develop your design skills across projects.
Build a foundation for long-term career progression within a supportive team.

Develop civil designs, undertake earthworks calculations and assist with stormwater, wastewater and water supply infrastructure.

1d ago

Listed three days ago

Programme Manager - Regional Spatial Planning

at Bay of Plenty Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Fixed Term, full-time position based in Tauranga.
Competitive salary, extra paid leave over Christmas + life and income insurance.
Are you looking for work which makes a difference to people's lives?

We are seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead the coordination, integration and delivery of a significant region-wide programme.

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

CAD Draughtsperson – Land Surveying & GIS

at Surveying The Bay Ltd

This is a Full time job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

Varied CAD drafting work across surveying, GIS and land development projects
Opportunities to upskill in AutoCAD, GIS and surveying technologies
Flexible working hours within a friendly, experienced Hawke's Bay team

Join our established Hawke's Bay surveying team in a varied CAD drafting role, with flexible hours and opportunities to develop your skills.

10d ago

Listed ten days ago

Graduate / Intermediate Water Resources Engineer

at Aqualinc Research Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Awesome team of people, dedicated to what they do and great at what they do
Long standing established company with bright future
Benefits - Carpark, Profit share scheme, great Coffee and more

Want to work of a range of different projects, applying practical engineering solutions that work on the ground....

10d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Intermediate Civil Engineer

at S&L Land Specialists

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Hybrid)

$100,000 – $120,000 per year

Follow your work through to construction
Build technical depth and practical experience
Work across disciplines, be a part of the wider development process.

Intermediate Civil Engineering role. See your designs built. Develop your technical skills. Take greater ownership of your work.

24d ago•Expiring

Listed fourteen days ago

Pre-Construction Planner

at Brosnan

This is a Full time job

Albany, Auckland

Work on diverse and challenging commercial construction projects.
Collaborate with experienced teams to shape winning tender strategies.
Competitive salary on offer!

Play a key role in preconstruction, developing tender programmes, methodologies and logistics plans to support successful project delivery.

14d ago

Listed one day ago

Natural Hazards Scientist

at Nelson City Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Influence how Nelson plans for natural hazards and climate risks
Apply science to real-world planning and development decisions
Work at the intersection of science, policy and planning

Apply your natural hazards expertise to shape risk-informed planning and development and build a more resilient future for Nelson

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

Graduate Environmental Policy Advisor

at Mercury

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland(Hybrid)

Flexibility to be based in Auckland, Hamilton or Tauranga
Grad role - Your scope and ownership will grow as your capability does
Excellent benefits including additional leave and WFH flexibility

Help us anticipate, understand and respond to policy, planning and sustainability change, including the new planning and resource management systems.

8d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Environmental Technician | 12 month fixed term

at Nelson City Council

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman(Hybrid)

Work across air, water, coastal, marine and hydrology
Turn monitoring data into trusted insights
Protect Nelson’s environment through field science

We’re looking for a practical and capable Environmental Technician who enjoys fieldwork, environmental monitoring and working with data.

14d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty two days ago

Planner

at Beca Limited

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

Flexible working options with part-time or full-time hours available.
Build your experience across diverse planning projects in Aotearoa.
Wellbeing leave, health insurance and enhanced parental leave.

Join Beca’s Tauranga Planning team, working across diverse urban and environmental projects throughout Aotearoa New Zealand.

22d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Demand Planner

at Goodman Fielder New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Manage demand for Goodman Fielder's product portfolio
Join the team behind Vogel's, Meadow Fresh, Freya's, Yoplait, Simply & many more
Hybrid work, mix of office and WFH

Drive forecasting, S&OP planning and inventory optimisation to ensure product availability and minimise stock issues

11d ago

Listed eight days ago

Asset Protection Engineer

at Watercare Services Limited

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

Provide region wide management for our water and wastewater assets
Field-based inspections and audits
Work directly with developers and contractors

Provide region wide management for our water and wastewater network and transmission linear assets.

8d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Environmental Planner - Consents

at Hastings District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

Be trusted to lead complex planning matters and key stakeholder engagement.
Variety, autonomy and meaningful work in a senior planning role.
Build strong relationships with developers, iwi and the wider community.

Lead complex consents in one of NZ’s most diverse planning environments while mentoring others and helping shape the future of Heretaunga Hastings.

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Civil Engineer | Make your next move Central Otago

at RDA Consulting

This is a Full time job

Queenstown Central, Otago(Hybrid)

Enjoy the Central Otago lifestyle with flexible working arrangements
Deliver varied civil engineering projects from concept to construction
Grow your career with professional development and support towards CPEng

Build your civil engineering career in Central Otago. Enjoy varied projects, flexible working and a great lifestyle with RDA Consulting.

3d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Intermediate Planner

at Gisborne District Council

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Location: Live and work in stunning Gisborne close to the beach, rivers and bush

informed decisions about the transport needs of our communities.

12d ago

Listed two days ago

Principal Planner

at Fluid Engineering

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago(Hybrid)

$120k - $180k p.a.

Mentoring and overseeing the team
Fast track approvals
District Plan approvals

We are working with a well-established national consultancy that is looking for a high-level planner to join their Wanaka office

Recruited byJon Andrews

2d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Consent Planner

at Wellington City Council

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Support Wellington's growth through resource consent planning
Build your career in a supportive & experienced planning team
Work with developers & communities to deliver great outcomes

Help shape Wellington's future as a Consent Planner. Assess resource consent applications, work with diverse stakeholders & support development

14d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Statutory Planner / Urban Designer - Intermediate or Senior

at Yellow Umbrella

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Central Auckland office on Karangahape Road
Open to Intermediate and Senior planners and urban designers
Real ownership and variety in a small, agile team

Statutory planners and urban designers! real ownership, real variety and a team that backs you. Intermediate and Senior roles in central Auckland.

30d+ ago•Expiring

Listed fifteen days ago

Asset Officer

at Opotiki District Council

This is a Full time job

Opotiki, Bay of Plenty

Enjoy digging into data, working with maps and seeing how the details connect to the bigger picture? Bring those interests to Ōpōtiki District Council

15d ago

Listed eleven days ago