Mo tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role
Marlborough District Council is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Asset Engineer to take a lead role in managing and enhancing one of the region's most critical infrastructure networks.
This is your opportunity to combine technical expertise, strategic asset management, and environmental stewardship to help safeguard Marlborough's communities, economy, and natural environment for generations to come. Working within our Rivers and Drainage team, you'll drive the long-term planning and performance of vital flood protection and drainage assets, helping the region respond to growth, climate change, and natural hazards.
Every stopbank, river channel, flood protection structure, drainage network and pump station plays a crucial role in protecting people, property and the environment. As Asset Engineer, you'll be responsible for ensuring these assets are managed sustainably, effectively, and with future resilience in mind. You'll help shape investment decisions, influence infrastructure strategy, and provide expert engineering advice that delivers lasting value for our community.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Asset planning — Lead the Rivers Asset Management Plan and lifecycle strategies, ensuring alignment with long‑term council objectives.
- Performance monitoring — Oversee asset condition, data quality, and service‑level reporting.
- Flood and river management — Support flood management planning, emergency response frameworks, and compliance with engineering and statutory requirements.
- Programme and financial input — Prioritise maintenance and renewal programmes and contribute to capital and operational budgeting.
- Technical leadership — Provide expert river engineering advice, prepare technical reports, and support investigations, valuations, and scheme reviews.
- Stakeholder engagement — Work with iwi, landowners, community groups, and external agencies, communicating technical information clearly.
- Risk and compliance — Maintain risk registers and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and audit processes.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
We’re committed to building an inclusive, respectful workplace where diversity is celebrated and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We welcome people from all backgrounds and support equitable opportunities, open-minded collaboration, and the growth of cultural understanding.
To enable our people to succeed and make an impact, we offer:
- Life and income protection insurance, health insurance, enhanced leave and superannuation (conditions apply); and relocation support where applicable
- A Salary range of $104,000 to 116,000 per annum FTE (this will depend on the knowledge, skills and experience you have to offer)
- Strong health, safety and wellbeing focussed culture
- EAP support, wellness initiatives and access to Marlborough Chamber of Commerce retail discounts
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Meaningful work that supports our people and community.
Ko ngā wheako ōu | About you
We're looking for a confident engineer who can balance technical excellence with strategic thinking and strong stakeholder engagement.
You'll ideally have:
- A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resources, or a related discipline
- experience (typically 3+ years) in river engineering, flood risk management, water infrastructure, or asset management (desirable)
- Experience developing asset management plans and long-term infrastructure strategies (desirable)
- knowledge of asset management frameworks such as ISO 55000 and local government planning processes would be a plus
- Experience with hydraulic modelling, river systems management, or flood protection infrastructure
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with iwi, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams
- Excellent analytical, communication and relationship management skills
- Professional membership with Engineering New Zealand or similar (desirable)
Ko wai mātou | About us
Marlborough District Council is a dynamic, progressive organisation which prides itself on the professionalism it brings to managing a wide range of functions. Our vision is that over the next decade, Marlborough will become a globally connected district of progressive, high-value enterprise, known for its quality lifestyle, desirable location and natural environment.
Marlborough is unique for many reasons. The region offers an array of outdoor pursuits in a distinctive and picturesque landscape. With the Marlborough Sounds, the land and sea offer unlimited accessibility for sport and leisure.
If you’re ready to make an impact in your community with Council - Tono mai | Apply now!
Applications close 5.00 pm on Sunday, 1 November 2026
For any additional information please reach out to the recruitment team at vacancy@marlborough.govt.nz
We’re committed to ensuring our team goes home safe every day. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment checks to the employer’s satisfaction. These checks may include, but are not limited to, a criminal history check, confirmation of the right to work in New Zealand, and drug and alcohol testing for safety-sensitive roles.
