Senior Drainage Operations Engineer

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Te Tūranga | About the role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Drainage Operations Engineer to join our team. This is a key role in the operational strategy of managing the City's current and future stormwater and wastewater systems. It includes planning how we operate, taking care of our assets, and making sure our contractors maintain the network to required standards. You will be instrumental in incorporating new infrastructure from developers and third parties, ensuring upgrades and renewals to our network are future focused while also maintaining network efficiency. You will need to maintain relationships and interact with both internal and external customers and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Operational Strategy and Asset Management: Plan and manage how we operate our stormwater and wastewater systems, including overseeing maintenance work done by our contractor.
• Infrastructure Design Assessment and Future Planning: Check designs from developers to ensure they meet our standards and plan for future needs to keep our drainage systems working well.
• Stakeholder Management: Work with customers and stakeholders to manage new and existing network assets.

Ngā Pukenga | What you’ll need to succeed

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

• Proven experience, knowledge, and skills in wastewater and stormwater reticulation network systems including good operational practise, and good engineering and maintenance practises
• Proven experience working in a contract management both new projects works and maintenance contracts
• At least 10 years experience of working in a drainage network system environment.
• Knowledge of Local Authority Engineering Standards
• Well developed written and oral communication skills
• Established relationship building and influencing skills including a proven ability to work with and influence a wide variety of stakeholders
• Sound PC skills with the ability to use Microsoft packages at intermediate level

Tō Tātou Kaunihera | About Tauranga City Council

At Tauranga City Council, our Waters Division plays a vital role in shaping the future of our city’s water infrastructure and services. Whether it's managing stormwater, improving freshwater systems, or delivering innovative solutions for water supply and wastewater, our team is at the forefront of protecting and enhancing Tauranga’s natural environment and community wellbeing.

We’re proud to be one of Tauranga’s largest employers, and we’re always looking for passionate, skilled professionals to join our collaborative and community-focused team. In the Waters Division, you’ll be part of a group that values technical excellence, teamwork, and making a real impact.

To support our people, we offer:

• Five weeks of annual leave
• Career development opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals
• A strong team culture where your contributions are valued and your wellbeing is supported

If you're ready to help shape the future of water in Tauranga, we’d love to hear from you.

Te Tukanga | How to apply

If you want to be part of an energetic, fun, and supportive team, then we'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Radleigh Cairns at radleigh.cairns@tauranga.govt.nz 

Please note we will not be accepting applications via email. If you wish to apply, please click ‘Apply’ at the bottom of this page and follow the link.

Applications will be considered as they are received and the role will be closed upon the appointment of a successful candidate.

We aim to attract a diverse pool of candidates that reflect our communities. It is a priority to ensure that individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life are encouraged to apply for our positions. Should you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@tauranga.govt.nz.

We’re committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those living with disabilities.
If you need any support or adjustments to take part in our recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@tauranga.govt.nz

• • You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
  • Tauranga City Council does not accept unsolicited contact or applications from recruitment agencies. We will not pay fees or commissions related to unsolicited contact.

Job Description: Senior Drainage Operations Engineer