Asset Engineer - Land Drainage

Build on your experience in land drainage engineering and take a long-term view on assets and infrastructure vital to Christchurch's prosperity

What's the job?

This position gives you the opportunity to take a long-term view and you'll play a key role in charting the course for land drainage and waterway assets for years to come. Alongside that you'll be;

• Setting and maintaining the renewals budgets though the Long Term Planning (LTP) Process for the 30 year view
• Working within the LTP process providing specialist advice on Land Drainage asset management
• Producing project briefs and scopes for renewals work
• Reviewing designs and providing key technical input in asset renewal projects
• Working closely with the Asset Planning, Project Delivery and the Operations & Maintenance teams

  What's in it for you?

As the key asset owner in Ōtautahi, Christchurch you'll be joining an organisation that will give you the opportunity to use your engineering skills and expertise to have more influence and a greater positive impact on the community you live and work in.

Furthermore, you can expect;

• A focus on your wellness and work-life balance, with hybrid working options available
• Excellent training, with access to leadership development programmes
• Long term job security with project plans in place for years to come

  What do you need to be successful?

• Experience as a civil engineer in land drainage
• A diverse background that includes exposure to different stages of the project lifecycle
• An understanding of the asset lifecycle and how it relates to asset management
• Excitement about the prospect of delivering work that has positive impact on the environment and the people of Ōtautahi, Christchurch

  Who are you working for?

At the Christchurch City Council, we are driven by our passion for creating a better future. We believe in working as one, yet staying true to ourselves. Our team members have a positive impact on our community while enjoying a rewarding career of opportunities. Come and join the Council, where it's possible to love what you do!

Feel like you don't meet every single requirement of the job description? 

Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.

Additional information:

Hours of work - 37.5 - 40 hours per week
Location - This position is primarily based at Christchurch City Council Civic Offices - 53 Hereford Street
Salary -  The salary band for this position goes from $111,553 to $123,948 per annum based on a 40 hour working week. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.

Central City | Post date: 14 Jun 2024 | Close date: 24 Jun 2024 23:55 | Expertise: Engineering | Work Type: Permanent, Full-time

Where it's possible to love what you do.