Senior Advisor Investment Planning
Shape investment priorities and help deliver better long-term outcomes for water services across our region.
Broaden your finance or accounting career into investment and long-term planning
Collaborate and influence key people across the organisation
Shape investment priorities for critical water services
This is a full time position of 40 hours per week, based in Petone with easy access to rail, coast and local amenities
The remuneration range for this role is $112,118.39 to $158,284.79 (including KiwiSaver) depending on skills and experience (with a midpoint of $131,903.99)
The opportunity
This is an opportunity to play an influential role in how Tiaki Wai plans and prioritises investment across our assets and services. You’ll bring together financial analysis, strategic thinking and organisational priorities to provide clear, evidence-based advice that supports sound investment decisions and value for money. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you’ll help shape investment that delivers meaningful long-term outcomes for our customers and communities.
We are looking for a self-starter who will play a key role in the setup of the investment planning practice BAU as the organisation goes through a period of change and a growth phase.
About you
To be successful in this role you will bring:
Five+ years’ relevant experience (e.g. investment planning or financial forecasting experience)
A tertiary qualification in accounting, finance, economics, strategic planning, asset management- or associated similar discipline
A high-level skill set and experience in financial data analysis (ideally using MS Excel) that leads to good decision making
A proven collaborator – able to surface the most important issues, bring the right people together and facilitate robust decision-making
Strong writing skills and stakeholder management
Demonstrated experience in clearly conveying information and ideas to suit the audience
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: Thursday 29 October 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
- Location
- 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.
