Description

This position sits within the Infrastructure and Assets Group who from planning to maintenance, are dedicated to delivering resilient infrastructure and services that enrich lives today and ensure a thriving future for our community.He angituutanga: The opportunity 

If you’re at a stage in your career where you want your expertise to matter - where your leadership, judgement and technical depth can genuinely improve the wellbeing of a community - this role offers that rare blend of purpose, influence and professional stretch.

Hamilton is growing fast, and we’re committed to delivering a safe, resilient and futurefocused water supply for every household and business. As our new Asset Lifecycle Engineer - Water Supply, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping how our city plans, invests in, and cares for one of its most essential services. This position requires significant experience (10+ yrs) in 3waters asset management, with the capability to navigate complex networks, optimise lifecycle decisions, and provide robust, evidencebased advice that guides longterm investment and operational planning.

This is a role for someone who enjoys complexity but values simplicity, who leads with both confidence and empathy, and who wants to work in a team where collaboration, flexibility and shared ambition are part of everyday life. Your depth of knowledge in water assets will be central to ensuring Hamilton’s water supply remains resilient, sustainable and ready for the future.

What you'll be doing:

• Translate asset strategies and models into clear, practical direction for stakeholders and delivery partners
• Lead the development of operational, maintenance and renewal strategies
• Shape the water supply programme for our Asset Management Plans, 10year plan and 30year infrastructure strategy
• Drive bestpractice lifecycle asset management and continuous improvement
• Lead infrastructure planning projects and key initiatives to lift asset maturity
• Mentor and support asset engineers, helping them grow and succeed
• This is a role where your voice is heard, your judgement is trusted, and your leadership has real impact.

Please be advised that this role will initially be positioned within Hamilton City Council. As of 1 July 2026, your role will transfer to be positioned within IAWAI – Flowing Waters, a Council Controlled Organisation. You will be kept informed with regular communications before and during the transition. 

Requirements

Oo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experience

• A tertiary qualification in Engineering, Science or related field (CPEng preferred)
• 10+ years experience in asset management within local government or public infrastructure
• Confidence navigating New Zealand’s resource management and three waters legislation
• Proven project management capability
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate technical and standards information in a clear manner.
• A collaborative, relationshipdriven approach
• Leadership experience, including mentoring and guiding others
• The ability to make sound decisions under pressure
• Experience with strategic planning, policy development and public consultation
• Proficiency with CMMS, AMS and digital asset systems
• A full NZ driver licence