Manager Land Development Consenting

Overview

Join a vibrant, diverse, and cooperative team at Wellington Water, where you will lead a skilled group of Land Development Engineers focused on 3 Waters services and land development consenting. This role combines hands-on technical responsibilities with leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and strategic planning. The position is full-time, based in Petone, working 40 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, recruit, and nurture a high-performing engineering team by coaching, mentoring, and fostering a strong team environment.
• Manage technical reviews of 3 Waters infrastructure relating to new and future developments while actively participating in technical tasks.
• Oversee and guide Resource Management Act (RMA) and Building Act consenting processes, resolve escalations, and ensure quality assessments.
• Establish and maintain productive relationships with councils, developers, consultants, and internal departments to facilitate smooth land development workflows.
• Collaborate closely with local council consenting teams to ensure transparency, consistency, and prompt decision-making.
• Contribute to business and financial planning activities and lead continuous improvements within the team.

Candidate Profile

• A tertiary qualification relevant to engineering, planning, asset management, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience managing technical teams.
• Extensive senior-level expertise in 3 Waters, land development, infrastructure projects, or regional planning.
• Thorough knowledge of RMA and Building Act consenting procedures, along with solid civil engineering expertise.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trustworthy relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Benefits

• Flexible work options, including up to two days of remote work per week.
• A comprehensive wellbeing program offering one paid wellbeing day annually.
• Access to formal and informal professional development opportunities.
• After two years of continuous service, entitlement to accrue five weeks of annual leave.

About Wellington Water

Wellington Water, also known as Tiaki Wai, is a council-owned entity responsible for managing drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater services across Hutt Valley, Porirua, and Wellington. We oversee publicly owned water infrastructure, ensuring safe and reliable services that support public health, environmental stewardship, and regional growth. Guided by our core values of Integrity, Care, and Leadership, we work with water consumers, councils, and mana whenua to ensure sustainable water outcomes for generations to come.

Additional Information

• This position is located at the Petone office.
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand long-term or be eligible for a working visa.
• Applications close on Tuesday, 21 July 2026.