Asset Management Engineer

Marlborough District Council; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 104,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and income protection insurance

Health insurance

Enhanced leave and superannuation

Relocation support

EAP support

Job summary

Marlborough District Council is seeking an experienced asset management professional to lead planning and budgeting for three waters assets in Blenheim. You will work with engineering, finance and planning teams to inform decisions and manage infrastructure data systems.

Ideal candidates will have at least five years’ experience, a Bachelor of Engineering, and strong Excel/data analysis skills. Knowledge of IPWEA and Apopo is a plus, with a focus on lifecycle and investment planning.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience in asset management and infrastructure planning for three waters.
• Bachelor of Engineering or similar qualification is required.
• Ability to build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders and manage priorities.
• Knowledge of IPWEA and Apopo frameworks is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead asset management planning and budgeting for three waters assets.
• Manage the infrastructural asset database and reporting.
• Monitor asset performance and prepare valuation and lifecycle plans.
• Develop renewal and investment plans and support environmental compliance.

Skills

Asset management planning

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Stakeholder collaboration

Asset performance monitoring

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

Tools

AMIS

Job description

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Marlborough District Council - Blenheim, South Island

Reporting to the Planning & Development Engineering Manager, you'll lead the development and maintenance of strategic asset management plans, investment planning, and infrastructure asset data systems. You'll work closely with engineering, operational, finance, and planning teams to ensure informed decision-making and effective management of Council's three waters assets.

Working alongside a collaborative team of experienced water professionals and applying your technical expertise, you'll get involved in:

• Asset Management planning and budgeting
• Management of the infrastructural asset database
• Monitoring of asset performance and asset reporting
• Valuing assets and assessing services
• Preparing and developing lifecycle, renewal and investment planning
• Supporting environmental compliance obligations

We’re committed to building an inclusive, respectful workplace where diversity is celebrated and everyone can thrive. We welcome people from all backgrounds and support equitable opportunities, open-minded collaboration, and the growth of cultural understanding.

To enable our people to succeed and make an impact, we offer:

• Life and income protection insurance, health insurance, enhanced leave and superannuation (conditions apply); and relocation support where applicable
• A Salary range of $104,000 - $115,000 per annum FTE (this will depend on the knowledge, skills and experience you have to offer)
• Strong health, safety and wellbeing focussed culture
• EAP support, wellness initiatives and access to Marlborough Chamber of Commerce retail discounts
• Meaningful work that supports our people and community.

Our ideal candidate will have a minimum five years’ experience in asset management and infrastructure planning in three waters infrastructure. This experience will be supported by a Bachelor of Engineering (or similar) tertiary qualification. You will also have a good ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders while excelling at managing priorities and challenges.

Combined with this, you will have:

• Experience with asset management information systems (AMIS), data analysis and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge and understanding of recognised asset management practices and frameworks, such as IPWEA and Apopo.
• Strong analytical, written communication and report writing skills.
• Experience within local government or water infrastructure environments and knowledge of relevant legislation (Local Government Act 2002, Water Services Act, Te Mana o te Wai) would be advantageous.

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.

Applications close 5.00 pm on Sunday, 20 September 2026.

We’re committed to ensuring our team goes home safe every day. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment checks to the employer’s satisfaction. These checks may include, but are not limited to, a criminal history check, confirmation of the right to work in New Zealand, and drug and alcohol testing for safety-sensitive roles.