Projects Engineer

Taituarā — Local Government Professionals Aotearoa; Stratford; On-site; CAD 101,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

The Stratford District Council is seeking a Project Engineer to lead the delivery of capital projects. This full-time role involves managing engineering efforts, ensuring quality control, and engaging stakeholders while maintaining council asset management plans. The right candidate will have significant experience in local government settings and a relevant engineering qualification.

Benefits

Professional development

Subsidised pool visits

Group discounts with Southern Cross Healthcare

Relocation allowance

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in local government project engineering.
• Proven effective planning and financial management skills.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver capital projects including engineering and property works.
• Manage stakeholder engagement and consent applications.
• Support in budget preparation and maintenance of Asset Management Plans.

Skills

Planning

Programming

Financial Management

Analytical Mindset

Education

Tertiary qualification in engineering or related discipline

Job description

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Projects Engineer

About The Role

Help shape how the Stratford District looks now and in the future by playing a pivotal part in delivering our capital projects as our next Project Engineer.

This role is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of capital projects, including engineering, property, and demolition works. Key responsibilities include scoping projects accurately, planning procurement activities, preparing tender documentation, managing project delivery, and ensuring quality control throughout.

The role also involves leading stakeholder engagement, managing building and resource consent applications, and overseeing procurement processes related to project delivery.

From time to time, special projects may also be assigned.

You will support managers in developing renewal and capital expenditure budgets and play an active role in the preparation and ongoing maintenance of the Council's comprehensive Asset Management Plans.

This position is full time (40 hours per week) and will be located at the Stratford District Council, Miranda Street, Stratford, however flexible working arrangements may be available in time. The salary range for this position is $101,700 to $108,000 per annum with the appointed starting level dependent on the skills and experience of the candidate.

Stratford District Council reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient, suitable applications are received.

Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

About You

You will have a relevant tertiary qualification in engineering or a related discipline along with a minimum of 5 years experience in local government project engineer or property/asset management. You will have proven effective planning, programming and financial management skills and thrive in supporting others in development of their plans.

A keen eye for detail and an analytical mindset is important as well as exceptional written and verbal skills. You will work well in a team environment but also as an individual.

Being Able To Demonstrate Knowledge Of The Relevant Legislation Associated With Council Property Is Crucial Including, But Not Limited To The Following Acts And Associated Regulations

• Local Government Act 2002;
• Resource Management Act 1991;
• Reserves Act 1977;
• Public Works Act 1987;
• Health and Safety at Work Act 2015.
  
  

Stratford District Council is proud of our diverse and inclusive work environment, and our commitment to fostering genuine partnerships with Mana Whenua. Our preferred candidate will respect and acknowledge the importance of the Treaty of Waitangi to our mahi, and be open to the use of Te Ao Māori values and te reo Māori.

Why work with us?

Our staff will tell you the main reason they like working with us is "the people". We have an energetic work environment with plenty of laughter and a great staff culture is important to us.

Our customers and our communities are at the centre of what we do, and our people are what makes it work. We like to look after our own. If you join us, you will also benefit from ongoing professional development, regular health checks, subsidised pool visits, group discounts with Southern Cross Healthcare, an active social club, and free car parking! Need to relocate?

Not a problem as we can offer a relocation allowance and support for the right candidate.

About Us

The Stratford District sits in the heart of the Taranaki region, and is the gateway to Taranaki Maunga and the famous Forgotten World Highway. We're home to stunning parks and gardens, and there are countless opportunities to explore the landscape, arts and culture and local history. Working in Stratford gives you the best of both worlds - the combined benefits of living in the world-renowned Taranaki region and having a work environment that puts your lifestyle first.

Not to mention our great local facilities! As a staff member of Stratford District Council there's a lot to be proud of and we welcome you to be part of the experience.

To apply for this job go to: https://stratford.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Vacancies/

Applications close 20 July 2025

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Permanent Full Time

Job no: 6774974

Location: Stratford

Closing Date: Sunday, 20 July 2025

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