Join the Central Otago District Council and be a part of shaping the future of our community through land development.

As a Land Development Engineer, you will work closely with our infrastructure and planning teams to provide sustainable development solutions. We are looking for a driven, enthusiastic team player who is passionate about supporting the growth of Central Otago.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support sustainable land development, including engineering assessments, design reviews, and site inspections.

• Provide expertise in land development processes and construction, ensuring development related infrastructure meets Council requirements and applicable engineering standards.

• Assist in resource management planning processes including preparing resource consent conditions.

• Deliver excellent customer service and communicate effectively.

• Take ownership of challenges and find solutions with minimal supervision.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• A tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Natural Resource Engineering, or a related field.

• Strong customer service focus and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Well organised and consistent in setting, prioritising, and meeting deadlines.

• Experience in subdivision construction an advantage.

This is a full-time permanent position with a competitive salary dependent on skills, experience, and performance.

About the Organisation:

At Central Otago District Council we live by our whakatauki: ‘Me manaaki tētahi ki tētahi, me pakihiwitahi te tū – kia haere tahi ai tātou. Respect each other, stand shoulder to shoulder – So that we may travel on this journey together.’ This embodies our commitment to respect, collaboration, and community well-being.

With around 200 staff, there are a diverse range of roles from front facing community to support and technical specialists.

Benefits:

• Modern and tech-savvy working environment.

• Flexible work practices.

• Opportunities for training and career development.

• Te ao Māori and tikanga competency courses available to all staff.

• Option to join an active social club.

If you're up for a challenge and eager to live and work in a unique area of New Zealand, this is the job for you.

Join our forward-thinking organisation and advance your career while contributing to the growth of Central Otago.

Apply today!

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Applications close Sunday 19 November 2023.