Strategic Stakeholder Relations Advisor

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About Watercare

Ki te ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora te tangata. When the water is healthy, the land and the people are healthy. Now is an exciting time to join Watercare : we plan to spend $14 billion over the next 10 years to ensure we can continue to support our growing city in a climate‑resilient way—about $3.8 million every day. Are you passionate about building strong, trusted relationships that make a real impact? We’re looking for a skilled communicator to join our Corporate Affairs team in this pivotal role. You’ll work closely with central and local government agencies, commercial customers, major suppliers, developers, and other strategic partners to strengthen connections and drive collaboration. Your expertise will position Watercare as a trusted, independent leader in the sector.

About the role

You’ll work closely with our Strategic and Government Relations Manager and Head of Strategic Relations to :

• Coordinate and manage strategic relationships across government, regulatory bodies, advocacy groups, and industry partners.
• Provide advice and support on stakeholder engagement for key projects and initiatives.
• Track and report on stakeholder interactions, trends, and issues.
• Organise site visits and events to build understanding of water and wastewater services.
• Act as a point of contact for escalated issues from strategic stakeholders.

About you

We’re looking for someone who :

What's in it for you

How to Apply

Come and join our team! If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity with a fantastic team, please apply online today at careers.watercare.co.nz .

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Business Development and Sales

Industries

Utilities

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