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Posted 01 August, 2026

Water Engineer

NPAworldwide
Wellington, WGN, NZ Full Time
Reference: 011e73787a645d82

Job Description

Job Description The Role: NZ's three-waters sector is going through genuine structural change right now this isn't business-as-usual design work, it's a chance to actually help shape how the sector evolves. You'll work directly with councils and water entities navigating that transition, with real influence rather than just executing someone else's spec. What Makes This One Worth Applying For Front-row seat to sector-wide reform genuine influence on how projects and processes evolve Strong variety across stormwater, wastewater, and drinking water infrastructure Meaningful, high-stakes work during a genuinely pivotal period for NZ water infrastructure Direct relationships with councils and water entities, not layers removed from the client Responsibilities Technical design and delivery of water, wastewater or stormwater infrastructure projects Liaising with councils, water service entities and multidisciplinary teams Acting as technical authority and mentoring engineers (Senior/leadership level) Ensuring technical outputs meet industry standards and client expectations About You Relevant tertiary qualification in engineering Experience across the three-waters sector CPEng status for Senior/Principal-level applicants Strong communication and client relationship skills Commercial acumen and track record of complex project delivery (leadership level) Other Roles Available We're also recruiting Water Engineers across Wellington, Wellington Central and Wellington City at other levels from Graduate through to Principal and Team Leader. Qualifications Washington Accord - Civil Engineering, or equivalent Why Is This a Great Opportunity This is a chance to help shape the future of NZ's three-waters sector during a genuinely pivotal period, not just execute someone else's spec you'll have real influence working directly alongside councils and water entities navigating that change. With strong variety across stormwater, wastewater and drinking water, plus direct client relationships rather than layers of separation, it's meaningful work at a level that actually matters. Salary Type Annual Salary Salary Min NZ$ 110000 Salary Max NZ$ 135000 Currency Type NZD #J-18808-Ljbffr

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