Principal Engineer Pavements

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks annual leave

Life Insurance

Income Protection

Critical Illness Insurance

Job summary

NZ Transport Agency (Waka Kotahi) is seeking a Principal Engineer Pavements to provide expert advice on pavement design, construction, maintenance and renewal. You will influence standards, perform quality assurance and support complex supplier discussions across a nationally significant asset base.

You will lead pavement standards development, mentor colleagues and champion sustainable approaches, including recycled materials, while lifting capability across NZTA and the wider sector.

Qualifications

• Significant pavement engineering expertise spanning design, construction, maintenance and whole-of-life asset management.
• Strong knowledge of pavement treatments, materials, design methods, specifications, construction practices and quality assurance.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate technical evidence into clear recommendations.
• Experience mentoring and developing others and lifting technical capability across a wider network.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice across design, construction, maintenance and renewal of pavements.
• Lead development of pavement standards and guidelines and perform QA reviews.
• Support Project and System Managers on complex supplier discussions and technical workstreams.
• Help shape research into emerging pavement technologies and champion sustainable approaches including recycled materials.
• Build capability across NZTA and the wider sector through mentoring and training.

Skills

Pavement engineering expertise

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Mentoring / capability building

Job description

Shape pavement engineering standards and practice across NZ's state highway networkProvide trusted technical leadership on complex pavement design, construction, maintenance and renewal challengesInfluence industry capability, innovation and whole-of-life outcomes across a $90 billion asset basePermanent opportunity based in either Wellington, Tauranga or AucklandTe Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunityThis is an opportunity for an experienced pavement engineering specialist to take on a nationally influential technical leadership role.As Principal Engineer Pavements, you'll provide expert, pragmatic advice across the design, construction, maintenance and renewal of pavements, helping ensure investment decisions deliver safe, resilient and cost-effective outcomes. You'll work across complex and nationally significant technical issues, providing specialist advice and supporting the application of consistent pavement standards and best practice.You'll lead and influence the development of pavement standards and guidelines, undertake technical and quality assurance reviews, support Project and System Managers on complex supplier discussions, and help shape research into emerging pavement technologies. You'll also champion sustainable approaches, including the use of recycled materials, and bring international best practice into NZTA.A key part of the role is building capability. You'll work closely with designers, asset and project managers, suppliers and industry specialists, sharing your expertise through advice, mentoring and training and helping lift pavement engineering capability across NZTA and the wider sector.We have a great team of professionals who love what they do. Come join us!You will find out more about the role here: Position Description.O Pumanawa | What we're looking forOur ideal candidate will have some or all of the following, but don't worry if you don't tick every box:Significant pavement engineering expertise spanning design, construction, maintenance, renewals and whole-of-life asset managementStrong knowledge of pavement treatments, materials, design methods, specifications, construction practices and quality assuranceDemonstrated ability to provide sound engineering judgement and pragmatic advice on complex technical issuesExperience developing or influencing technical standards, guidelines, research programmes or specialist workstreamsStrong analytical skills and the ability to translate technical evidence into clear recommendations that balance performance, risk and value for moneyProven ability to influence and build credibility with suppliers, technical specialists and industry stakeholdersStrong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex engineering matters to both technical and non-technical audiencesExperience mentoring and developing others and lifting technical capability across a wider networkYou'll also bring knowledge of, or a willingness to grow your understanding of, Te Ao Maori, tikanga, Te Reo Maori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi as it applies within the public sector.He aha te take e uru ai koe ki a matou? | So, why join us?Our people are proud to be part of creating a better New Zealand. We're searching for candidates who share our passion for people, communities, and the environment and who are ready to contribute their unique skills to shape a better future.At NZTA, you'll be part of an organisation where the different backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences of our people are celebrated. We want you to feel like you belong here, valued, respected, and empowered to bring your whole self to work.From five weeks annual leave through to Life, Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance for our permanent employees, you will be well looked after here. Our benefits are designed to support our people and provide a happy, healthy and high-performing environment.Me pehea te tuku tono | How to applyPlease click apply to upload your CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.Advert closes Sunday 22 November.For further information, email: [e-mail] be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.NZTA| 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.