Team Leader | Rivers Investigation & Design

OverviewTeam Leader | Rivers Investigation & Design at Environment Canterbury.

Newly created role leading large capital investment projects across the region.

Values-driven organisation committed to te ao Maori.

Flexible working and professional development opportunities.About Environment CanterburyAs a regional council, we manage natural resources including air, soil, water and land.

We work in partnership with mana whenua Ngai Tahu to protect the health of our environment and ensure a sustainable and prosperous future for the region.

The region's context requires agility and responsiveness to regulatory and environmental changes.

Our work is organised around three core services : Environmental Regulation and Protection; Community Preparedness and Response to Hazards; Public Transport.The RoleThis leadership role sits within the Rivers Section and is responsible for planning, development and delivery of capital and renewal projects that support flood protection, land drainage, and erosion control across Canterbury.

It is a new role reporting to the Chief Engineer.

You'll lead a team of technical experts, oversee investigations and design work, manage contractors, and ensure projects meet industry standards and community needs.

You'll also contribute to fluvial monitoring, gravel management, strategic planning and reporting.Key ResponsibilitiesLeading infrastructure investigations and design projectsManaging budgets, contracts, and contractor performanceOverseeing fluvial monitoring and gravel strategy deliveryProviding technical advice and reporting to stakeholdersCoaching and developing a high-performing team of engineers and scientistsAbout You | ExperienceYou're an experienced engineering professional with a strong background in river or civil infrastructure and a passion for leading people and projects.

You bring strategic thinking, technical expertise, and a collaborative mindset.

You'll be confident engaging with mana whenua, stakeholders and communities, and committed to the Treaty partner journey.Mou | ExperienceBachelor level or higher engineering qualificationAt least 8 years' experience in infrastructure or asset managementProven leadership experience in a technical or project environmentStrong knowledge of river hydraulics and river behaviourExperience with contract and / or contractor managementA commitment to te ao Maori and cultural capability developmentNga hua o te Mahi i te Kaunihera Taiao ki Waitaha | Working at Environment CanterburyOur values : Kaitiakitanga, Pononga, Manaakitanga, Whanaungatanga, Maiatanga.

We are committed to diversity, inclusivity and becoming a treaty partner of excellence, incorporating te ao Maori, kaupapa Maori, matauranga Maori and te reo Maori in daily work.

We welcome you with an open heart and mind, wherever you are on your te ao Maori journey.Additional InformationFor a confidential chat about this role, contact Shaun McCracken 027 742 6693Applications close on Sunday, 19 October.

Applications will be reviewed as received; interviews may occur before the close date.

We reserve the right to close advertising early.Short-listed candidates will undergo interview, reference checks and a criminal check.

Further background checks may be required.We are committed to a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

If you don't meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.Job DetailsSeniority level : Mid-Senior levelEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : Information TechnologyIndustries : Government AdministrationLocation : Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

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