Mo tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role

As Councils Development Engineer, you’ll play a crucial role in planning, designing and managing new water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure installations for consented developments. You will lead a team working closely with Councils Resource Management team and Councils Projects & Development team to ensure the successful installation of Council infrastructure to a high standard.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead and develop a collaborative, high-performing engineering team.
• Provision of engineering expertise to solve complex technical issues, ensuring that development servicing requirements are met.
• Liaising with Developers, Engineering Consultants and other Departments within Council to smooth the way for the installation of core services and services connections.
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation to ensure risk-adverse services delivery.
• Planning and implementation of improvements to water, wastewater and stormwater systems. Manage the processes from investigation and design to a completed product in accordance with Councils Code of Practice.
• Promotion of health, safety, wellbeing, and inclusion across the team.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

• A great benefits package (including life and income protection insurance, health insurance, enhanced leave and superannuation, and relocation support where applicable).
• A Salary range of $120,000 to $135,000 per annum (this will depend on the knowledge, skills and experience you have to offer).
• A workplace that supports flexibility, health and wellbeing
• An environment where input, initiative and innovation are encouraged
• A fantastic learning environment and support for professional development

Ko ngā wheako ōu | About you

 This role requires someone with:

• A Tertiary Qualification: Can include BE (Civil), NZCE (Civil) or NZ Diploma in Engineering
• A minimum 8 years of civil engineering experience with three waters and subdivision development.
• Technical Expertise: The ability to write conditions of consent, write contract documents and design services infrastructure unsupervised.
• Experience with Staff Management, organisational and leadership skills.
• Experience in managing project timelines, budgets, and resources efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to manage costs and track project finances accurately.
• Problem-Solving Ability: Strong analytical skills to identify issues early and implement practical solutions.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Marlborough District Council is a dynamic, progressive organisation which prides itself on the professionalism it brings to managing a wide range of functions. Our vision is that over the next decade, Marlborough will become a globally connected district of progressive, high-value enterprise, known for its quality lifestyle, desirable location and natural environment.

Marlborough is unique for many reasons. The region offers an array of outdoor pursuits in a distinctive and picturesque landscape. With the Marlborough Sounds, the land and sea offer unlimited accessibility for sport and leisure.

If you’re ready to make an impact in your community with Council - Tono mai | Apply now!

Applications close 5.00 pm on Sunday, 11 January 2026.

For any additional information please reach out to Brett Walker (Operations and Maintenance Engineering Manager) on Brett.Walker@marlborough.govt.nz