Step into this critical infrastructure role focusing on the strategic management of water, wastewater, stormwater, and land drainage assets within Council. By collaborating with various teams and stakeholders, you'll help drive sound investments and effectively address community needs.

• Don't miss your chance to join our dynamic, energetic and high-achieving organisation!
• Experience a supportive team culture with excellent leadership and a range of well-being initiatives.
• This full-time position is available in either Mangawhai or Dargaville with WFH options.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintaining a strategic overview of water-related assets: ensuring effective planning to deliver level of service targets and comply with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Overseeing asset condition assessments: analyse and collect asset data, prepare project documentation, and ensure accurate information transfer to the asset management system.
• Managing our suite of network models, developing catchment management plans and contributing to relevant policies and plans.
• Collaborating on development consent applications and support planning for Private Plan Changes.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact with your expertise in asset management and strategic planning?

To thrive in this role, you'll bring:

• A qualification in engineering, infrastructure asset management, or a related field—or equivalent experience.
• Expertise in asset management and long-term strategic planning.
• Proven experience in the water industry.
• Strong relationship-building, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Experience collaborating with or working for local government entities.

What we offer

At Kaipara District Council, we foster a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking team environment.

In addition, we offer:

• Flexible work arrangements and a range of employee wellbeing initiatives.
• A commitment to your growth and development, with access to ongoing training and development opportunities.
• One paid volunteer day per year to give back to the Kaipara community.
• Staff health insurance, banking, and retail discounts.
• Free EAP services and a focus on your overall health and wellbeing.
• 5 weeks of annual leave after 5 years of service.

About Kaipara District Council (KDC)

At Kaipara District Council, we're more than just a workplace - we're a passionate team committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, and healthy community where people love to live, work, and play. We're guided by the values of mahi tahi (teamwork), mana (integrity), pono (trustworhty), whakaute (respect), and mahia te mahi (make it happen), which shape everything we do. These values inspire us to foster an environment where people and communities thrive.

If you're ready to make a real difference and be part of something special, we'd love to hear from you!

How to apply 

To view the job description and apply for this job go to: https://kaiparadc.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Careers & enter ref code: 6759896.

Ready for a rewarding challenge with a great team behind you? This is your moment - apply now.

Please refer to the job description for more information, or contact Kevin Whitehead, P&C Talent Acquisition Partner at careers@kaipara.govt.nz

Please note that the preferred candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including criminal history and police vetting checks.