Scheme Manager - Waikato
Waikato Regional CouncilHamilton, Waikato, New Zealand5 hours ago
Job descriptionuProven leadership experience in infrastructure or environmental management .Skilled communicator with ability to engage diverse stakeholders .Strategic thinker with strong planning and project management capabilities .Collaborative and adaptable, with a commitment to continuous improvement .Comfortable working in dynamic environments and making decisions under pressure ceTertiary qualification in river / catchment management, environmental sciences, or civil engineerin g.Minimum 10 years relevant experienc e.Strong financial and contract management skill s.Experience working with iwi stakeholder s.Understanding of te ao Māori is desirabl e.Full NZ driver’s licence and ability to travel / stay overnight as require eamSupportive and passionate team within the Integrated Catchment Management directora te.Collaborative culture focused on delivering impactful environmental outcom es.Opportunities to contribute to strategic planning and regional developme t usWe work hard to care for the mighty Waikato, so current and future generations will benefit from a healthy environment, strong economy, and vibrant communit ies.Our mahi is as diverse as the region we care for and the people who share it. Our work helps look after our region's water, soil, air, geothermal areas and coasts - so we can all enjoy these precious resources for generations to c ome.Customers sit at the heart of everything we do, and all staff have an important role to play in the delivery of exceptional customer serv ice.If you’d like to understand more about what we do please click h ere The work we do | Waikato Regional Coun cil.By partnering with iwi and working with many others in our communities, our collective kaitiakitanga will make the Waikato region even bet ter.Together, we’ll create a sustainable future that will make a positive difference to people’s li applyApplications will be reviewed as they come in, and this role will clos e on Sunday 23 November 2025.For a copy of the role descri ption, pl ease click here.If you have any questions about the role, please con tact vt.nzPlease click ‘apply’ and include your CV & cover letter as a pdf.Apply
Mō te tūnga | About the role
- Based at Northgate Office. Will also work from the Hamilton CBD office periodically.
- Lead the Waikato Schemes team in delivering flood protection infrastructure.
- Manage planning, operations, and the renewal of schemes in Lower Waikato, Waipā and Lake Taupō zones.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with iwi partners and stakeholders.
- Ensure delivery of work programmes and projects.
- Oversee a team of 22, including direct reports and contractors.
- Ensure work programmes align with council strategies – health & safety and environmental standards.
- Contribute to long-term planning, budgeting, and performance reporting.
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