Principal Engineer - Wastewater Network

Overview

• Leading technical network advisor with a strategic lens
• Wide range of technically complex programmes of work
• Based in our Petone office close to the beach and shops

This is a full time position of 40 hours per week

The remuneration Midpoint for this role is $137,763 (including KiwiSaver) depending on skills and experience

The opportunity

The Principal Engineer – Wastewater Network offers senior technical leadership to enhance the performance, compliance, and long-term resilience of the region’s wastewater infrastructure. In this key role, you will provide expert guidance in conducting and reviewing investigations, support strategic and asset planning, and assess upgrades and optimization initiatives. Your work will ensure that wastewater services remain compliant, safe, reliable, and sustainable, contributing to the region’s commitment to effective water management and environmental stewardship.

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About you

To be successful in this role you will bring :

Benefits

At Wellington Water, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.

Our benefits include :

For a full list of our employee benefits click here.

About us

Wellington Water is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa. Our job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater, and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. We’re a multi-council owned entity, tasked to manage the infrastructure and deliver water services to our communities.

The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at our organisational heart. Our people are passionate about providing water services for our communities and environment which is reflective in our values; Tangata Tiaki, Whānau and Mana.

Applications close

Applications close : Tuesday 16 September 2025

How to apply

To view a copy of the position description : click here

To apply for the role, visit the Wellington Water Careers site, and if you are a Wellington Water employee please apply using your work email.

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Applicants for safety sensitive roles will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Wellington Water. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand.

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