Description
Summary:
Central Otago District Council is seeking a Graduate Engineer to support the Three Waters team, focusing on development engineering, planning, policy, and asset information systems.
Highlights:
1. Make a tangible impact on community infrastructure
2. Work “shoulder to shoulder” with a supportive team
3. Play a key role in the growth of central Otago
Are you a motivated engineering graduate looking to make a tangible impact on community infrastructure? Central Otago District Council is seeking a Graduate Engineer to join our Three Waters team in Alexandra.
In this role you will work “shoulder to shoulder” with a supportive team, ensuring our community receives compliant and sustainable water services.
Key responsibilities include:
• Development engineering support: Assist in the delivery of development engineering advice, inspections, and review of as-builts.
• Planning and policy support: Support asset management, planning, and policy activities.
• Research and reporting: Research relevant issues and produce reports where required, to the required standard.
• Asset information systems: Update and improve the accuracy of Council asset information systems, ensuring information included is accurate.
What you will bring:
We are looking for someone who is conscientious, motivated, and keen to learn, with a strong customer service focus. To be successful, you will have:
• A tertiary qualification in civil engineering or a related field
• High level written and verbal communication skills
• A strong customer service focus
• The ability to work collaboratively
• A current and valid NZ driver’s licence
This is your chance to play a key role in the growth of central Otago, ensuring Three Waters infrastructure meets the needs of our community.
If this sounds like you, apply now! Applications close 21/04/26