3 Waters Infrastructure Project Engineer

Gisborne District Council | Permanent, Full-Time

Are you an experienced project engineer ready to make a real difference in the infrastructure that keeps our community running? Gisborne District Council is looking for a skilled and motivated 3 Waters Infrastructure Project Engineer to join our team and help deliver critical water, wastewater, and stormwater projects across the Tairāwhiti region.

Mo te tūranga | About the position  

You'll take ownership of capital projects from initial scoping right through to construction and handover managing consultants, leading procurement, administering contracts, and keeping stakeholders informed every step of the way. This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same, and your work will have a tangible impact on the communities we serve.

Ngā Mahi ngā Takohanga Matua rānei | Duties include:

• Manage capital projects end to end, from scoping and planning through to construction and handover, ensuring delivery on time and within budget

• Provide technical engineering advice, assessments and solutions to project managers, consultants and engineering staff

• Prepare tender documentation, lead procurement processes and administer NZS3910 construction contracts

• Engage and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including meaningful engagement with mana whenua

• Champion a culture of health, safety and wellbeing on and off site

• Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive team environment and commit to ongoing learning and development

Ngā Pūkenga me Ngā Wheako e Hiahia ana | Skills and experience required:

• A tertiary qualification in Engineering

• At least 5 years' experience delivering construction projects

• Experience as a Project Manager, Project Engineer or Design Engineer

• Experience as Engineer's Representative under NZS3910 contracts

• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental best practice in construction

• Experience in the New Zealand three waters sector is highly regarded

Ngā Huanga | Benefits

• Work-life balance: Hybrid options and flexible hours

• Wellbeing first: Ora Day, Piritahi Day, free EAP, flu jabs and health checks

• Whanaungatanga: Connect through waiata group, Te Reo kawhe kōrero sessions, and regular staff events that bring us together

• Perks: Modern offices, eye exams, Southern Cross discounts, retail perks

• Growth: Be part of a passionate, purpose-led team where your development is supported

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

He aha ngā painga o te kaunihera | Why work for Gisborne District Council

Gisborne District Council is one of only six unitary authorities in Aotearoa, meaning we deliver both district and regional council mahi. We’re committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi, weaving te ao Māori into everything we do, and making a real difference for the people and places of Tairāwhiti.

Our mahi is diverse — from looking after roads, water, rubbish and recycling, to protecting our environment, supporting community facilities like pools, parks and libraries, and shaping the region’s future through planning and governance. With over 500 staff, we’re a team that’s passionate about making Tairāwhiti a thriving place to live, work and play.

Me pēhea te tono mai | How to Apply

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your application via our careers page: www.gdc.govt.nz/council/careers – Job Vacancies.

For more information, email [email protected].
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and the position will be filled once the right candidate is identified.

To view the full job description, visit our careers page: www.gdc.govt.nz/council/careers and check the job attachments section.