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We are seeking engineers with working knowledge of the Resource Management Act, Building Act, and Local Government Act, along with practical site experience on development projects across New Zealand.\nFamiliarity with Auckland’s Unitary Plan and the Auckland Design Manual (land development codes of practice) would be a strong advantage. At Auckland Council, we support flexible working arrangements and encourage a healthy work-life balance. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to Auckland’s future, we would love to hear from you.\nJoin our team of Regulatory Engineers who play a crucial role in ensuring Auckland’s growth is supported by high-quality infrastructure. We are currently looking for a Land Development Engineer (Civil Engineer) with the right expertise and a proactive mindset to contribute to this important work. If you are passionate about engineering and want to be part of a collaborative, supportive team, we would love to hear from you!\nAuckland Council’s Development Engineers provide essential expertise to our Building and Resource Consenting teams including Engineering approvals, ensuring that new infrastructure is designed and constructed to meet high standards. We work closely with asset owners such as Auckland Transport, Watercare, Healthy Waters, and Parks to support safe and sustainable growth across the region.\nFrom private residential and commercial developments to large-scale subdivision projects associated with Kāinga Ora, our team is involved in a wide range of exciting work. This role offers you the opportunity to apply your engineering knowledge to assess development proposals, building consents, infrastructure works, and engineering approvals till the asset is inspected to be vested.\nIt is a fast-paced environment with significant impact. Each year, we oversee the acceptance of over $130 million in new public assets through our engineering approval process.\nAs part of a large, collaborative team, you will gain exposure to diverse projects and work alongside specialists from across Council, the development sector, and Auckland’s leading consultancies. It is a great opportunity to grow your skills while contributing to the future of our city.\nYou can find the position description HERE\n\nHe kōrero mōu: About you\nYou are a skilled engineer with a strong focus on customer service. You have experience co-ordinating stakeholders, communicate, and manage time well, and you like working in a collaborative team environment. You are someone who wants Auckland to be the best it can be.\nYou like having exposure to a wide variety of work and you want to keep developing and growing your skills through applying your knowledge and experience in practical situations.\nTo be successful in this role, you will have:\nA tertiary qualification in civil engineering\nMinimum of 3 years’ experience in land development / civil engineering and preferably with some geotechnical/traffic engineering knowledge\nMember of relevant engineering board such as EngNZ.\nAn understanding and knowledge of Resource Management, Building and Local Government Legislation and other issues affecting the delivery of regulatory engineering services as per relevant codes of practices.\nA customer service mindset with good written and spoken communication skills\nDesire to collaborate with Māori and within Māori Paradigms\nAdvanced interpersonal and relationship skills\nNgā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer\nAuckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.8 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau an Auckland we can all be proud of.\nHelp us make a difference to Tāmaki Makaurau.\nMe Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!\nApplications close: Tuesday 1 December at 11:59 PM\n* Please note this role is deemed safety-sensitive and will require a pre-employment drug & alcohol test. \nAuckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. 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