Engineer, Network Services - 12 Month Fixed Term Position
Solve complex engineering problems across your portfolio to make a difference in the community within the 3 waters network.
Solve complex engineering problems across your portfolio to make a difference in the community
Collaborate with multiple teams across the organisation to steer 3 waters outcomes
Based in our Petone office close to the train station, beach and shops
This is a full-time 14-month fixed term position of 40 hours per week.
The remuneration range for this role is $86,230 to $121,736 (including KiwiSaver) depending on skills and experience.
The opportunity
We are seeking a dedicated three waters engineer to join the Engineering Services Team. In this role, you will be responsible for assessing the performance and condition and looking for optimisation opportunities of either our water and network systems or our regional drinking water and wastewater regional treatment plants. This work will directly improve the organisational understanding of these assets and how best to make sure they’re still serving our communities, businesses, and the environment.
With a focus on innovation and collaborative problem-solving, you will investigate issues, develop plans, and recommend interventions to enhance network performance and sustainability. Opportunity to grow your skill set as an engineer.
You will get to:
Conduct project investigation work - finding, defining and understanding problems and coming up with innovative solutions
Provide technical writing briefs, cost estimates and technical memos
Work collaboratively across the organisation
Provide technical support throughout the business
About you
To be successful in this role you will bring:
A BE in Engineering (preferably civil, chemical or environmental engineering)
Ability to solve complex engineering problems
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivation and desire for personal continuous learning
Benefits
At Tikai 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
Petone office base position
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: Sunday 2nd August 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: JoinUs@tiakiwai.co.nz
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.
- Department
- Strategy and Planning
- Role
- Network Engineering
- Locations
- Petone Office
Petone Office
Staff benefits
1. Inclusive Culture: It is important to us that people love our culture. We embrace a workplace where diversity is celebrated, and inclusivity is at our core. Our team is united by passion, dedication, and a shared care for water and our community.
2. Safety and Support: We provide an Employee Assistance Scheme for crucial personal support, along with wellbeing and lifestyle education delivered through our Wellbe Team, ensuring you feel supported in and out of the workplace.
3. Health is Wealth: We prioritise your health with an annual voluntary health "warrant of fitness," immunisations, and flu vaccinations. Moreover, enjoy annual subsidised vision testing and contributions toward glasses to ensure clear vision.
4. Work-Life Balance: Where possible there is access to flexible work practices. And take advantage of our annual leave, reaching five weeks after three years of service, and 10 days sick leave from starting with us. In addition, take one paid day a year for your personal Wellbeing. We also offer parental leave and partner entitlements to support you during significant life moments.
5. Comprehensive Benefits: We have partnered with providers for discounted Southern Cross medical insurance, periodic vision and hearing tests, and eyewear subsidies. You can also access discounts at a range of retailers via Boost. Gain access to top-notch gear, machinery, PPE, and tools, fostering a safe work environment if you are “on the tools”. We also offer a staff referral bonus paid when a person is recruited for a senior front line position, and we may offer relocation support if you need to move into the district to work here.
6. Professional Growth: Grow your skills with a range of development opportunities. Boosting your personal and work career.
7. Community Connection: You can take one paid day a year to participate in voluntary work on a water-related activity. And maybe join our active Waiata group and be part of a community that works together, sings, and thrives together.
