Auckland Harbour Bridge Asset Management Engineer

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi in Auckland is seeking a Senior Asset Management Engineer to lead the long-term performance of the Auckland Harbour Bridge. You will manage assets, align maintenance and renewal works with strategic priorities and funding requirements, and guide asset management strategies and investment decisions.

The role requires eight or more years in structures asset management or construction of structural assets, with a collaborative approach to complex infrastructure

Qualifications

• Eight+ years in structures asset management or construction of structural assets.
• Strong knowledge of structural engineering principles, asset deterioration, and maintenance approaches.
• Experience developing forward works programmes and long-term asset management plans.
• Ability to analyse complex technical information and translate into asset strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead asset planning, renewals and investment programmes for Auckland Harbour Bridge.
• Develop asset management strategies, technical reports, funding documentation and project briefs.
• Monitor renewal investigations, design activities and supervise construction works.
• Collaborate with internal teams, consultants and external stakeholders to strengthen bridge asset management.

Job description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

Auckland, Full-time, permanent

• Shape the long-term performance of an iconic New Zealand asset
• Lead asset planning, renewals and investment programmes
• Bring specialist structural engineering and asset expertise

This is a unique opportunity to help safeguard the future performance of one of New Zealand’s most recognisable and strategically important transport assets.

As our Auckland Harbour Bridge Senior Asset Management Engineer, you will proactively manage the bridge’s assets, bringing together best-practice asset management and engineering expertise to support safe, reliable and optimised long-term performance.

You will develop and optimise forward and annual works programmes covering maintenance, renewals and refurbishments, ensuring these align with the bridge’s strategic priorities and funding requirements. You will also lead the development of asset management strategies, technical reports, funding documentation and project briefs that support evidence‑based investment and engineering decisions.

Working within the Auckland System Management Alliance, you will collaborate with internal teams, structural engineering specialists, consultants, suppliers and external stakeholders. You will direct renewal investigations and design activities; monitor construction works, and apply global best practice to help strengthen bridge asset management capability across the Auckland network.

This is a highly influential technical role offering the opportunity to make a lasting contribution to the safety, resilience and performance of the Auckland Harbour Bridge.

You can find out more about the role here: Position Description

Ko koe tēnei | About you

You will be an experienced civil or structural engineering professional with at least eight years' experience in structures asset management or the construction of structural assets, and a proven ability to provide technical leadership and expert advice across complex infrastructure environments.

You will be comfortable working in a complex operational environment where safety, quality, risk and long-term value are central to decision-making. You will also bring a collaborative approach and a commitment to sharing technical knowledge and building trusted working relationships.

In Addition, You Will Bring

• Demonstrated asset management and engineering experience within transport infrastructure, ideally involving bridges or other major structures
• Strong knowledge of structural engineering principles, asset deterioration, condition assessment, repair and maintenance approaches
• Experience developing forward works programmes and long-term asset management plans
• The ability to analyse complex technical information and translate it into practical asset strategies and investment recommendations
• Experience managing budgets and financial forecasts for infrastructure maintenance and renewal programmes
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence and negotiate with technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience in infrastructure contract management and programme delivery.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Chartered Professional Engineer status, or progress towards CPEng or an equivalent professional membership, is preferred
• A full NZ driver licence.

Mō mātou | About us

The Auckland System Management Alliance is a partnership between NZTA and partners. Together, the Alliance manages and maintains Auckland’s state highway network, working with internal and external partners and suppliers to deliver high-quality outcomes across the transport system.

At NZTA, we are committed to delivering transport networks that work for people, places and New Zealand. We value collaboration, courage, wellbeing and creating an enduring legacy through the work we do.

Rā Katinga | Applications close

27 October 2026

For further information, email: [e-mail]

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.