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Technical Lead – Wastewater Solutions

Auckland

Full-time | Permanent

Environmental Engineering / Infrastructure / Water Management

Are you a senior engineer passionate about environmental sustainability and wastewater innovation? We’re seeking a  Technical Lead – Wastewater Solutions  to drive strategic growth, lead technical excellence, and champion cleaner water outcomes across the North Island.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead technical strategy and innovation in wastewater treatment across the northern region.
• Provide expert guidance to consultants, councils, and internal teams on engineered wastewater solutions.
• Oversee complex projects from concept to delivery, ensuring technical integrity and environmental impact.
• Build and maintain high-level relationships with regulators, specifiers, and industry leaders.
• Drive product development, specification, and approval processes.
• Represent the company at technical forums, conferences, and industry events.
• Collaborate with a national engineering team to shape sustainable infrastructure outcomes.

• 5+ years’ experience in environmental or civil engineering, with a focus on wastewater or water infrastructure.
• Tertiary qualification in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, or related).
• Proven leadership in technical project delivery and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and water quality standards.
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills.
• CAD and design software experience is advantageous.

• Competitive salary + company vehicle.
• Southern Cross medical cover (after 6 months).
• National influence with regional flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead real environmental change.
• Supportive, values-driven culture focused on innovation and impact.