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Senior Water Engineer
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Job Description
Relocate to New Zealand!Visa Sponsorship Offered | Senior Water Infrastructure Opportunities in Auckland
Stormwater & Wastewater Engineering Roles Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland is experiencing significant investment in infrastructure, water resilience, and urban development creating outstanding long-term opportunities for experienced UK engineers seeking a lifestyle and career move to New Zealand.
We are partnering with established multidisciplinary consultancies looking to appoint experienced professionals into key leadership and technical positions across stormwater and wastewater engineering.
Current Opportunities
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NZD $140,000 $175,000 + executive package
Whats on Offer?
Visa sponsorship and relocation support
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Major infrastructure and urban development projects
Leadership and team growth opportunities
Long-term progression and potential future equity pathways
Collaborative and highly regarded engineering teams
Why Move to New Zealand?
Auckland consistently ranks as one of the worlds most liveable cities, offering a rare combination of career opportunity and lifestyle balance.
For UK-based engineers looking to escape long commutes, overcrowding, and demanding work cultures, New Zealand offers a refreshing alternative:
Genuine worklife balance
Easy access to beaches, mountains, and outdoor lifestyle
Excellent schools and family-friendly communities
A relaxed, welcoming culture
Strong long-term infrastructure investment and career stability
Youll have the opportunity to work on technically challenging and meaningful projects while enjoying a lifestyle many engineers move across the world to find.
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What Were Looking For
Experience in stormwater or wastewater infrastructure design and delivery
Background in municipal infrastructure, land development, or water infrastructure
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Chartered Engineer status or working toward chartership
Leadership capability or aspirations for senior positions
If you are currently based in London or elsewhere in the UK and considering a move overseas, we would love to have a confidential discussion about opportunities available in Auckland, New Zealand.
Qualifications
Washington Accord Degree
Why Is This a Great Opportunity
We are partnering with established multidisciplinary consultancies looking to appoint experienced professionals into key leadership and technical positions across stormwater and wastewater engineering.
Salary Type : Annual Salary
Salary Min : NZ$ 120000
Salary Max : NZ$ 175000
Currency Type : NZD
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