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 sustainable development in Central Otago.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support 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.
• Experience in construction design or supervision.
• A strong customer service focus and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Well-organised with the ability to set, prioritise, and meet deadlines.
• Experience in subdivision engineering (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.

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.

Visit the Council’s website for a copy of the job description and to apply.

Applications close: 19 March 2025