Senior Engineer, Water Networks

- Solve complex network (Wastewater, Stormwater and/or drinking water) challenges across the Wellington region
- Lead complex investigations across our 3-waters systems
- Provide technical support from concept to commissioning

This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week, based in our Petone office near the train station, cafes and the beach

The remuneration midpoint for this role is $131,903.99 p.a. (including KiwiSaver) depending on skills and experience.

The opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an additional senior engineer! This role is suited to a technical professional with experience in 3-waters networks. It offers an opportunity to make a difference through optimising 3-waters systems across the Wellington Region. You will take the lead on strategic planning and delivering network investigations that will ultimately lead to improved reliability of 3-waters infrastructure for the community.

With a strong emphasis on collaboration this role will also see you:

- Involved in tactical planning across the region’s 3-waters networks
- Mentor and develop graduate and intermediate engineers
- Provide technical support for the capital program and investment planning

About you

To be successful in this role you will bring:

- A relevant tertiary qualification such as a Bachelor of Engineering (preferably Civil Engineering). CPEng highly desired.
- Strong technical knowledge in wastewater, stormwater and/or drinking water networks
- Sharp investigative skills with a solutions focus
- Excellent relationship management skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

At Tiaki Wai, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.

Our benefits include:

- Flexible working arrangements including up to 2 days working from home
- Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annually
- Formal and informal professional development opportunities
- 5 weeks annual leave accrual will be available following 2 years of continual service

For a full list of our employee benefits click here.

About us

Tiaki Wai is a council-owned organisation responsible for managing the delivery of drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater services across Hutt Valley, Porirua, and Wellington.

We manage public-owned extensive water infrastructure and oversee the delivery of safe and reliable services for our communities. We focus on long-term investment, asset management, maintenance, and delivering major infrastructure projects that support public health, environmental protection, and regional growth.

Water is a precious taonga. At Tiaki Wai, we put care into every drop and are guided by our values of Integrity, Care, and Leadership . We work directly with water consumers and in partnership with councils and mana whenua to deliver better water outcomes for current and future generations.

Applications close: Tuesday 15 September 2026

How to apply

To view a copy of the position description: click here

To apply for the role, click on the ‘apply’ button or visit the Tiaki Wai Careers site, if you are a Tiaki Wai employee please apply using your work email.

For further information, email: [email protected]

Applicants for safety sensitive roles will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Tiaki Wai. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand or eligible to obtain a working visa.