Shape the Future of Water in New Zealand Join Aurecon as a Lead Water Engineer
Are you ready to take the lead on some of New Zealands most significant water infrastructure projects Aurecons Water team is seeking a passionate and experienced Lead Water Engineer to help deliver major transmission pipeline and pump station planning projects for key water utility clients.
Why Aurecon
At Aurecon we believe in offering possibilities and empowering you to chart your own course. Our optimistic mindset and commitment to innovation mean youll be part of a team thats shaping a better more sustainable future for communities across Aotearoa. We celebrate diversity encourage self-driven determination and support each other to grow and succeed.
About the Role
As a Lead Water Engineer you will:
Lead and inspire multidisciplinary teams to deliver feasibility concept and detailed designs for complex water infrastructure projects.
Apply technical expertise to optimise engineering solutions ensuring safety sustainability and compliance with industry best practice.
Champion innovation leveraging digital tools and data analytics to drive better project outcomes.
Build strong client relationships understanding their needs and translating them into high-quality practical solutions.
Foster a culture of learning and collaboration mentoring and coaching others while continuously developing your own skills.
Demonstrate commercial acumen managing project risks resources and budgets to deliver value for clients and Aurecon alike.
Promote Aurecons values upholding our Ethos and commitment to safety and quality and sustainability in everything you do.
What Were Looking For
Bachelors degree in engineering (or equivalent) with relevant certification and registration.
Chartered Engineer
Proven experience in water infrastructure planning and delivery ideally including design of transmission pipelines and pump stations.
Strong leadership skills with a track record of building capability in others and working across diverse teams.
Excellent communication and client engagement abilities.
A growth mindset with a passion for innovation continuous improvement and lifelong learning.
Commitment to Aurecons values of collaboration inclusion and making a positive impact.
The Opportunity
Youll play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of transformative water projects helping to build capability within our team and across the sector. This is your chance to make a real difference both for your career and for the communities we serve.
Whats in it for me
You really can bring your whole self to work and be confident that your voice will be heard. We dont just claim that were inclusive and innovative its proven by the independent awards and accreditations we have gained and were always seeking new ways to prove (and improve!) our commitment to diversity.
In May 2023 we were the first engineering company in Aotearoa to receive the Gender Tick led by our people for our people.
Our Māori strategy (He Rautaki Māori) won two Good Design awards in 2022 for its outstanding contribution in bringing Te Āo Māori and digital innovation into operations and decision-making processes.
Ready to bring ideas to life
Then please apply now! We are an equitable-opportunity employer that values diverse perspectives and the contribution that every one of our people makes to our culture. Put simply we want you to bring your whole self!
We encourage you to apply even if you dont meet every criterionyour potential and the way you bring ideas to life matter most. We value your unique background and needs and were committed to a fair and inclusive process so please let us know if you require any adjustments or support.
Whakahā ngā whakaaro / Breathing life into our ideas thoughts views
Kia māia kia kaha mahi tahi / Be bold be strong work as one
Required Experience:
IC
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