Development Engineer Job at Napier City Council (Napier)

Job Description

Napier City Council is seeking an experienced Development Engineer for a 12-month fixed-term opportunity. This role is ideal for someone who can quickly build relationships, confidently manage development applications, and contribute within a fast-paced local government environment. Working across a diverse portfolio of development and infrastructure projects, you’ll review engineering and consent applications, provide practical technical advice, and support quality infrastructure outcomes that align with Council standards and legislative requirements. You’ll work closely with developers, consultants, contractors, ratepayers, and internal teams to help keep projects progressing efficiently and effectively. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys balancing technical problem-solving with stakeholder engagement and is comfortable managing multiple priorities in a busy operational environment.

Job Responsibility

Review, assess, and process engineering approvals and consent applications in accordance with Council standards, legislation, and statutory timeframes
Provide practical engineering advice and guidance to developers, consultants, contractors, ratepayers, and internal stakeholders
Undertake site inspections and support compliance, infrastructure quality, service connection, and “As Built” documentation processes
Help facilitate efficient development outcomes while maintaining high technical and customer service standards
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including enhancements to Council systems, processes, and engineering standards
Collaborate across Council teams and represent Council professionally in meetings and hearings where required

Requirements

Degree-qualified in Engineering or a related discipline
Significant experience in development engineering, infrastructure delivery, or related engineering environments
Experience working within, or closely alongside, New Zealand local government environments will be highly regarded
Sound understanding of relevant legislation and standards, including the Resource Management Act, Local Government Act, Building Act, District Plans, and Council engineering requirements
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within deadline-driven environments
Strong relationship management and communication skills, with the ability to work constructively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Able to transition into the role within a timeframe that supports the needs of this fixed-term opportunity

What we offer

5 weeks' annual leave after 2 years service
Discounted health insurance work scheme
Eye test subsidy
Retailer discounts
Study assistance
Employee Assistance Program (OCP)
Quarterly values awards
Birthday vouchers
Social club
Free flu vaccinations (annual)
Ka Awatea Cultural Wānanga
NCC Kapa Haka
Te Reo Māori language classes

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