(Intermediate-level applicants also encouraged to apply)

Full Time | Rangiora Based

• Are you a driven and solutions focused Engineer?

• Are you enthusiastic about three-waters infrastructure and capital works project delivery?

• Are you looking for a role where you can have a positive, lasting impact on your community?

Waimakariri District is one of the fastest growing districts in New Zealand and the third largest, by population, in the South Island. We are a team of over 500 employees at Waimakariri District Council and pride ourselves on working passionately on matters that concern our community and district.

Only 30 minutes north of Christchurch, Waimakariri District offers small town and rural lifestyles with a range of outdoor recreation activities on your doorstep, while still enjoying the advantages of a big city nearby. Whatever your choice of living environment, it is readily available and affordable.

About the Role

Waimakariri District Council is seeking a Graduate Engineer to join our Utilities Projects Team within the Project Delivery Unit, based in Rangiora, North Canterbury.

This role is ideal for a recent graduate looking to build a career in local government infrastructure delivery. We also welcome applications from engineers with 3+ years’ experience, in which case an Intermediate Engineer appointment may be considered.

The Project Delivery Unit provides in‑house engineering design, project management, and delivery services across Council, supporting Utilities, Roading, Greenspace, and other teams.

In this key position you will take responsibility for:

• Assisting to manage capital works projects to ensure they carried out in a timely, technically competent and efficient manner

• Working closely with Council staff, consultants, clients and contractors to deliver outstanding results

• Assist with the planning, investigation, design and construction of three-waters utilities infrastructure, in such a way that the best community outcomes are achieved

Graduate engineers will be supported through mentoring, supervision, and professional development opportunities as they grow into the role.

About You

• Be a qualified Civil or Natural Resources Engineer, or hold an alternative relevant tertiary qualification with technical expertise in Engineering

• Experience in three-waters engineering, ideally in infrastructure or public works will be considered favourably

• Have strong technical, organisation skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently

What We Offer

• A collaborative and supportive team environment

• A healthy work-life balance

• Employee benefits including additional leave, health checks, and flexible working

• Professional development opportunities

• A role that makes a real difference to your community

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to the essential services that keep Waimakariri thriving, we’d love to hear from you.

For any further information on this position, please contact Shaun Fauth, Utilities Projects Team Leader, on 0800 965 468 (0800 WMKGOV).

Please click here to view a copy of the position description.

Please note, to apply for this role you must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Applications close on 20 May 2026.