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Posted 15 August, 2026

Intermediate Three Waters Engineer

Awa Environmental
Wellington, WGN, NZ Full Time
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Job Description

About The Role Home / Careers / Intermediate Three Waters Engineer Intermediate Three Waters Engineer The opportunity Our work spans engineering and consenting for large residential and industrial developments, using low-impact stormwater design principles, through to blue-green and nature-based solutions. We work on projects ranging from small site developments to sophisticated flood modelling for urban catchments, river works, and major transport infrastructure. We design bulk infrastructure from trunk main, pump stations and reservoirs. Whether leading delivery or contributing specialist expertise, we work closely with iwi, partners, and stakeholders to achieve positive results for our clients, always with heart and excellence. We have a strong contracted pipeline of work focussed on Council and private development projects. These include daylighting streams, integrated stormwater and urban development design work. We are seeking an exceptional Intermediate Three Waters Engineer to provide three water engineering design with a focus on stormwater for our clients in Wellington, Auckland and across New Zealand. Your skills will also complement our team of water specialists, environmental engineers, hydraulic modellers and scientists in the fields of water infrastructure and land development. Key Responsibilities: Civil engineering design (stormwater, wastewater, water supply) for land development and infrastructure projects. Preparation of technical engineering reports and calculations. Hydraulic modelling to support designs Project management to help ensure are projects are to scope, budget and schedule. Client management (regular communication, project updates). Construction site inspections. Contribute to building Awa's capability and culture. What We Offer Alongside a competitive salary and bonus scheme, we offer: Flexible working arrangements Great offices near Cuba Street / Ponsonby Road Talented, friendly and collaborative team Career development programmes including support for CPEng Professional memberships Health insurance Values based organisation around Innovation, Excellence and Heart. Employee Assistance Program. Reports to Direct reports (approx) Primary work location Wellington About You About you Are you passionate about contributing to building great spaces for people and communities to live, work and play in? Are you looking to work alongside other industry professionals to develop further as a three waters engineer by working on a wide range of opportunities ranging from land development to three waters infrastructure design? Do you have a heart for people and the environment? If this sounds like you, we’d love to talk. What We’re Looking For We welcome candidates with track record in most or all the following: An intermediate engineer with 3 - 6 years of experience Experience in AutoCAD / Civil 3D design Experience with other software such as HY-8, HEC-HMS, SSA, EPANET A proven technical ability in 3-waters design Excellent communication and report writing skills A robust engineering background A genuine interest in Te Ao Māori Use of Artificial Intelligence to bring tangible value An adaptive and nimble mindset, able to work fluidly across offices & people Pragmatic and hands-on, focused on great outcomes and company growth. HomeAboutServicesInnovationsProjectsInsightsCareersContact (029) 890 2471 +64 (29) 890 2471 (intl) [email protected] LinkedIn Copyright © Awa Environmental | Privacy | Terms Made by TraderClicks #J-18808-Ljbffr

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