Senior Utilities Engineer

Tiaki Wai; Lower Hutt; Hybrid; NZD 112,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible WFH days

Wellbeing programme

Professional development opportunities

5 weeks annual leave after 2 years

Job summary

Tiaki Wai is seeking a senior engineer to ensure operation and management of three waters utilities. You will drive continuous improvement across reservoirs, pump stations and valve assets, while leading or supporting renewal projects and contractor management.

Ideal candidates will have an engineering degree and 8+ years’ experience, with SCADA/CAD skills, strong analytics, and the ability to work across the Wellington region with flexible WFH days.

Qualifications

• Relevant engineering degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering.
• 8+ years’ three waters or process industry experience.
• SCADA and CAD proficiency; strong analytical skills.
• Experience leading asset programmes and projects; vendor management.
• CMRP, PMP or PRINCE2 desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior engineering expertise for three waters utilities infrastructure.
• Lead/assist project renewal and upgrade works; manage contractors.
• Collaborate with internal teams on asset solutions and replacements.
• Support field crews; monitor workflows and analyze SCADA data.

Skills

SCADA

CAD

Project management

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical or Electrical)

Tools

SCADA

CAD

Job description

This is a permanent position with a remuneration range between $112,118 and $158,284 per annum (including KiwiSaver). Appointment remuneration will be dependent on skills and experience. International applicants meeting position requirements can be considered.

• Growing organisation enabling future career growth
• Work variety across projects, utility performance and improvements
• Permanent Petone based position with flexible WFH days

The opportunity

Working within our designated Utilities Engineering Team this role will see you provide senior engineering expertise to ensure the operation and management of the three waters’ utilities infrastructure can adequately support the requirements for effective services to our communities. You’ll focus on continuous improvement and investigate utility assets for fault prevention, maintenance, renewal and replacement across reservoirs, pump stations and pressure control valve assets.

You will also lead or support:

• Project manage minor utility renewal and upgrade works, building your project management capability.
• Manage internal and external contractors.
• Work closely with Land Development, Engineering Solutions & Investment, and Asset Management teams as the network utility expert.
• Support field crews to investigate and repair faults and deliver services.
• Monitor workflows and improve processes, including evaluating SCADA data and external impacts on network performance.
• Inspect and sign off connections and physical works for renewals, upgrades and new assets.

About you

To be successful, you’ll bring:

• A relevant engineering degree, ideally in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, with a combined 8+ years’ three waters or process industry.
• SCADA and CAD proficiency, strong analytical skills, and the ability to scope utility asset solutions and replacement requirements.
• Experience leading physical asset programmes and projects, including vendor management. CMRP, PMP or PRINCE2 certification is desirable.
• Background collaborating with community stakeholders, contractors and customers to identify and address issues relating to mechanical faults.
• An interest and aptitude to working flexibly in the office, at home and in across our beautiful wellington region.

Benefits

At Tiaki Wai, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.

Our benefits include:

• Flexible working arrangements including up to 2 days working from home
• Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annually
• Formal and informal professional development opportunities
• 5 weeks annual leave accrual will be available following 2 years of continual service

About us

Tiaki Wai is a council-owned organisation responsible for managing the delivery of drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater services across Hutt Valley, Porirua, and Wellington.

We manage public-owned extensive water infrastructure and oversee the delivery of safe and reliable services for our communities. We focus on long‑term investment, asset management, maintenance, and delivering major infrastructure projects that support public health, environmental protection, and regional growth.

Water is a precious taonga. At Tiaki Wai, we put care into every drop and are guided by our values of Integrity, Care, and Leadership. We work directly with water consumers and in partnership with councils and mana whenua to deliver better water outcomes for current and future generations.

Applications close: 27th October 2026

Applicants for safety sensitive roles will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Tiaki Wai. International applicants seeking migration with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience, and applicable qualifications can be considered for this position.

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