Are you ready to be a part of something exceptional? Invercargill City Council invites you to become a driving force in our future-focused team. With a vibrant atmosphere and an unwavering commitment to our values - positivity, respect, responsibility, and above and beyond - we're passionate about creating a team full of outstanding individuals who are as passionate about shaping the future as we are.

Join our team and lead the charge in providing senior technical expertise and engineering advice for our Three Waters Operations. You'll play a pivotal role in developing and implementing policies for water safety programs, managing the backflow program, and overseeing capital renewal and upgrades.

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Providing expert technical engineering advice and support for Three Waters Operations.
• Designing water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget.
• Planning, programming, and coordinating projects, ensuring thorough documentation and handover.
• Leading the development and implementation of the Backflow Policy, engaging with stakeholders and ensuring compliance.
• Managing and coordinating the backflow program, including education and training initiatives.
• Providing advice to the public and community interest groups on water safety matters.
• Negotiating and administering contracts, ensuring compliance and quality assurance.
• Monitoring contractor performance and consulting as needed to ensure project success.
• Implementing robust risk management practices to ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Ensuring health and safety considerations are integrated into all processes and designs.
• Acting as Manager - Three Waters Operations when required, providing mentorship and support, and contribute to financial activities and budgets, preparing reports as needed.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil Engineering) Level 7 or similar.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in Civil Engineering, with a focus on three waters maintenance and construction.
• Demonstrated electrical mechanical experience and design expertise.
• Strong knowledge of contract management and relevant legislation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software.

What we offer:

• Career progression and training/development opportunities
• Positive focus of employee health and well-being: Workstation assessments, free flu vaccines, EAP services, 50% off eye exams, discounted gym memberships etc.
• Kiwisaver and Superannuation Schemes
• Access to sick leave from day one of employment
• Appointment time leave: Up to 2 hours for important appointments e.g. Doctor, bank, dentist

Join us and make a difference in water management and infrastructure development! Apply now to be part of our dynamic team.

Waihōpai Invercargill is New Zealand's southernmost city and the heart and hub of Southland. We're known for our lush green spaces, like award-winning Queens Park, our long summer daylight hours and our local legend Burt Munro. Our city has character, charm and a laidback atmosphere. There's outstanding nature reserves, Ōreti Beach and the Waihōpai River to explore plus our lively restaurants complimented by a thriving entertainment and arts scene are hard to beat! The sensible gridded layout featuring wide streets ensures a convenient 10-minute drive to work. Who wouldn't want to call this place home!

For more information please see the full position description or contact the Invercargill City Council on (03) 211 1777. Apply online at www.icc.govt.nz

Applications close 8 May 2024. Please note applications will be processed as they are received and we encourage you to apply early as this advert may be removed at any time.

Successful applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in New Zealand. While all applications will be reviewed, first priority will be given to those applicants who are currently residing in New Zealand.