Make a tangible impact on communities
Work on high-profile projects
Based in Petone, Lower Hutt
This is a full-time time position of 40 hours per week.
The remuneration range for this role is $86,230 to $121,736 (including KiwiSaver). We anticipate paying around the midpoint.
The opportunity
In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring new developments (e.g. over 100 lots) integrate seamlessly with our 3 Waters networks, supporting growth while protecting long‑term infrastructure outcomes. This is a varied and influential role that combines technical engineering assessment, stakeholder engagement, and development coordination.
You will:
Assess development‑related applications, including resource consents, network connections, and subdivision approvals
Provide clear, practical 3 Waters servicing advice aligned with regional standards
Coordinate Wellington Water input into major developments and growth projects
Review developer designs and construction changes for compliance
Support inspections, testing, and asset handover processes
Collaborate with councils, developers, consultants, and internal teams
About you
You’re an engineer or technical professional who enjoys working across organisational boundaries and balancing technical detail with practical delivery.
You’ll bring:
A tertiary qualification in engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Experience in Three Waters, land development, infrastructure, or consenting environments
Knowledge of relevant legislation and frameworks such as the RMA and Local Government Act
Strong communication and relationship‑management skills
The ability to assess technical information and apply sound engineering judgement
A collaborative, solutions‑focused approach
Benefits
At Wellington Water, 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
For a full list of our employee benefits click here.
About us
Wellington Water Ltd is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa. Our job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater, and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. We’re a multi-council owned entity, tasked to manage the infrastructure and deliver water services to our communities. From 1 July 2026, a new chapter in water services begins. Tiaki Wai will take over responsibility for providing Three Waters Services to approximately 433,000 residents across the Wellington metro regions.
Tiaki Wai will own the water assets it operates giving it greater independence to manage and improve water services for current and future communities, Wellington Water employees will transition into this new council-owned entity.
The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at our organisational heart. Our people are passionate about providing water services for our communities and environment which is reflective in our values; Tangata Tiaki, Whānau and Mana.
Applications close: Sunday, 28 June.
How to apply
To view a copy of the position description: click here.
To apply for the role, click on the ”apply” button or visit the Wellington Water Careers site, please note if you are a Wellington Water employee please apply using your work email.
For further information, email: JoinUs@wellingtonwater.co.nz
Applicants for safety sensitive roles will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Wellington Water. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand or eligible to obtain a working visa.
Our water, our future.
Wellington Water is a Council Controlled Organisation (CCO) that manages the water infrastructure assets on behalf of Wellington, Hutt, Upper Hutt and Porirua city councils, South Wairarapa District Council, and Greater Wellington Regional Council, from source to sea. This includes all three waters - water supply, stormwater and wastewater.
We supply water, plan, investigate, design, project manage and maintain pipes, reservoirs and pump stations in the region. We are passionate about water conservation, efficiency and providing the best level of service for ratepayers in the Wellington region.
Want to work with us?
People work at Wellington Water because they want to make a difference. If you want to help deliver great outcomes to the community and influence the health, environment and wellbeing of the region, then our fast-paced company wants to hear from you!
We’re always on the lookout for great engineers, planners, operators and business folk with a passion and interest in the environment and the water industry.
In our fun, family friendly and flexible working environment, you will thrive if you value collaboration, hard work and delivering results.
If this sounds like you, then register your interest in working for us today at https://careers.wellingtonwater.co.nz/ and hear what’s it’s like to work at Wellington Water from the people who work here.
