Development Engineer - Technical Lead
Tā tātou atarua – Our vision
To embody a spirit of service and a spirit of excellence focused on continuous improvement and a mission to deliver great outcomes to our community.
He angitūtanga – The opportunity
There’s never been a more exciting time to join our progressive, fast-growing district. As development continues across Horowhenua, we’re looking for an experienced and motivated Development Engineer ready to step into a technical lead role within our Housing and Business Development Team. You’ll play a key part in supporting well-planned growth by ensuring infrastructure requirements are understood, met, and integrated into our systems. This role is about more than just compliance — it’s about enabling good development outcomes, managing risk, and working collaboratively with a wide range of people to get things done.
He kōrero mōu – About you
You’ll bring strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage confidently with developers, consultants, and internal teams. You’re solutions-focused, technically capable, and confident navigating policy, standards, and planning processes. We’re looking for someone with a professional engineering qualification, ideally in civil engineering, and solid post-qualification experience. You’ll have a strong background in subdivision and land development, with proven experience in the design and assessment of land use and subdivision consents, earthworks, roading, drainage, and water supply infrastructure.
Open to Senior-Level Candidates: We are also interested in hearing from senior-level professionals who are on their development journey and ready to join us. If you have the right skills and experience, we encourage you to apply!
Tā tātou ahurea – Our culture
Horowhenua District Council is proud to be an inclusive workplace; we celebrate difference, diversity, and aim to empower our employees. We are an organisation built on innovation and optimism and are embarking on an organisation reset. We are motivated to build a place where we value our people and provide opportunities for them to build outstanding careers and a better Horowhenua.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou – What we offer
At Horowhenua District Council, you’ll be part of a passionate and committed team that’s focused on making a real difference — now and for future generations. This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that values meaningful work, delivery, and collaboration. You’ll be surrounded by motivated people, all working together to support growth and positive outcomes for our Horowhenua community.
Tono mai ināianei - Apply now
This is a full time permanent position, and a very real opportunity to make a difference. If you are interested in learning more about what the role involves please see the position description, if you have any questions or would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Jin Humphreys - Planning & Development Manager - jinh@horowhenua.govt.nz.
Recruitment for this role closes on Friday, 9 May 2025. However, we will be reviewing applications as they arrive, so don't hesitate — apply now!
He rau ringa e pakari ai ngā taura whiri i ō tātou kāinga noho me ō tātou hapori – mai i te pae maunga o Tararua ki te moana
With many hands the threads which weave our neighbourhoods and communities together will be strengthened from the Tararua Ranges to the sea.
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