Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand · On-site
$106k–$124k/yr
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Skills: Infrastructure Planning, Asset Lifecycle Management, Renewal Forecasting, Infrastructure Valuation, GIS
Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand · On-site
$168k–$198k/yr
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Skills: Senior Leadership, Operational Performance Management, Infrastructure Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Management
Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand · On-site
$99k–$116k/yr
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Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand · On-site
$130k–$153k/yr
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Skills: Customer Experience Management, Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Communication, Operational Improvement
Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand · On-site
$121k–$142k/yr
Play a pivotal leadership role in preparing Napier City Council for Local Water Done Well reform. You will lead organisational readiness, ensure compliance with evolving legislation, and shape Council’s input into region…
Skills: Strategic Leadership, Public Sector Reform, Stakeholder Engagement, Legislative Interpretation, Programme Coordination
Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand · On-site
$24/hr–$28/hr
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Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand · On-site
$91k–$108k/yr
Join our Regulatory Delivery branch and help safeguard Napier’s people and environment. In this senior role, you will take the lead on compliance, monitoring, and enforcement, making a real difference in our community ev…
Skills: Compliance Monitoring, Enforcement, Regulatory Investigations, Stakeholder Engagement, Conflict Resolution
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Develop long-term infrastructure plans and renewal forecasts for water, wastewater, and stormwater networks. Utilize modelling tools and data analytics to optimize asset performance and support investment decisions.
Requires a tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in infrastructure planning. Must be proficient in GIS, AMIS, and asset lifecycle management principles.
The Asset Engineer – Planning plays a critical role in supporting the long-term sustainability and performance of our water, wastewater, and stormwater networks. Working at the intersection of asset management, infrastructure planning, and data analytics, you'll help ensure investment decisions are informed by robust data, lifecycle principles, and future service needs.
This role is responsible for developing long-term infrastructure plans, renewal forecasts, and asset valuation frameworks that support resilient and financially sustainable service delivery. Working closely with operational, planning, and asset management teams, you'll provide the insights, modelling, and technical expertise needed to optimise infrastructure performance and support future growth.
Te Āheinga - The Opportunity
Develop long-term plans for water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure that support growth and future service needs.
Lead asset lifecycle planning, renewal forecasting, and infrastructure valuation activities.
Maintain and utilise modelling tools to support scenario testing, capacity planning, and investment decisions.
Ensure asset data is accurate, reliable, and fit for strategic planning and reporting purposes.
Provide technical insights to support asset management plans, investment strategies, and regulatory reporting.
Work collaboratively across planning, operations, and asset management teams to deliver sustainable infrastructure outcomes.
He kōrero mōhou - About You
Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, with at least 5 years’ experience in infrastructure planning (ideally within water services).
Strong understanding of asset lifecycle management, renewal forecasting, and infrastructure valuation.
Proficiency with GIS, AMIS, and modelling tools, with proven experience in data governance and validation.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, able to work across technical and non-technical teams.
Collaborative, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to balance strategic intent with practical outcomes.
Ngā painga mōhou - What we Offer
5 weeks' annual leave after 2 years service
Discounted health insurance work scheme + Eye test subsidy
Retailer discounts + study assistance
Employee Assistance Program (OCP)
Quarterly values awards + Birthday vouchers + Social club
Free flu vaccinations (annual)
Ka Awatea Cultural Wānanga + NCC Kapa Haka
Te Reo Māori language classes
Kia mōhio mai - Please note
Napier City Council is moving toward a joint regional water entity under the Local Water Done Well reform. This means future changes to how water services are governed and delivered are likely, including potential shifts in organisational structure, reporting lines, and regional collaboration. Applicants should be comfortable working in a dynamic environment and open to evolving responsibilities as part of a larger, regional approach to water management.
This is a permanent, full time opportunity working 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday. You will be based in Napier.
The annual salary package for this role is $105,700-$124,300 (including KiwiSaver) with the final offer depending on your skills and experience.
We will be interviewing applications as we receive them and may close the role when we have found the right person.
He kōrero mō Te Kaunihera o Ahuriri - About NCC
At Napier City Council, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and work to make our hiring process fair and accessible. If you need any support or adjustments during your application or interview, let us know—we’re happy to help!
Our success is grounded in strong partnerships with Mana Whenua and Iwi, supported by our Māori Partnerships team, Te Waka Rangapū, which builds cultural capability through education and training.
Before you join, you’ll need to complete pre-employment checks (including criminal background checks, with some roles requiring health screening and drug & alcohol testing). As an NCC employee, you may also be called on to support Civil Defence emergencies when our community needs us most.
Please visit Napier City Council Careers website to see full job description
To make Napier the best city in New Zealand to live, work, raise a family, and enjoy a safe and satisfying life.
Napier is a small city with big ideas and an equally big attitude. We are focused on investing in the right infrastructure and development to cement our future as a vibrant cosmopolitan regional city. Along with the internationally renowned Art Deco style architecture, our sunny warm weather, proximity to wineries and beaches and our extensive cycling trails sets Napier apart from other cities in New Zealand. Napier has long been considered the architectural jewel in the Hawke's Bay crown. Our vision is to provide the facilities and services and the environment, encouragement, leadership and economic opportunity TO MAKE NAPIER THE BEST CITY IN NEW ZEALAND in which to live, work, raise a family, and enjoy a safe and satisfying life. We employ over 500 dedicated and talented people who run and manage the city’s infrastructure, maintain our public amenities and facilities where people can play and relax and work with our residents and community to understand and incorporate the needs and aspirations for Napier in our future plans.
Offices: 231 Hastings Street, Napier, NZ
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