Network Contracts Engineer

Full job description
The Dunedin City Council (DCC) takes great pride in delivering a broad range of services to the communities of this unique and fascinating city. From our roads to recycling, public libraries and pools, water supply to walking tracks, and everything in between, DCC's people are talented and committed to serving their city.

Ōtepoti Dunedin really is one of the world’s great small cities. We’re a small city with a big town vibe. We’re a place where greeting strangers is socially expected and helping each other is just what we do. We’re visionary, creating cutting edge industries through technology and the health sector to create jobs, careers and lifestyles. Everyone who lives here recognises the special characteristics that make Otepoti Dunedin the place we want to live and call home.

The opportunity:

We have an exciting career opportunity for a well-established, experienced contract manager to join the Network Services Team to deliver levels of service for the City of Dunedin.

Our Network Operations Team focuses on:

Ensuring the effective maintenance and operation of the 3 Waters network meets the agreed operational service levels.
Contributing to the optimised lifecycle management by developing appropriate network maintenance plans to meet service performance standards at least lifecycle costs.
Providing standby support to the 3 waters network and /or respond to 3 waters network issues outside normal working hours.
On going relationship and collaboration with approved Contractors.
Ideally you will have:

A relevant degree or equivalent. Bachelor of Engineering is desirable.
Formal training as Engineer's Representative to the Contract under NZS3910 and NZS3917 (essential).
Formal training/qualification in contract management and/or contact procurement (highly desirable).
5+ years’ experience in network engineering or contract management, with strong background across water, wastewater, and stormwater.
Proven contract management skills and strong financial literacy.
Experienced team leader with a collaborative style
In addition to the above you will have good communication and people management skills. While having the ability to prioritise and adapt to a changing day-to-day working environment.

What we offer:

Permanent opportunity.
5 weeks annual leave + additional long service leave after qualifying periods.
Parental leave benefits, including paid partner's leave.
Superannuation (after 6 months of service) + free annual flu vaccinations and eye checks every 2 years.
Supportive team environment
More information of our benefits can be found here DCC careers | Benefits
Salary range: $96,912 - $114,014

The DCC is committed to the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and our work serving the citizens of Dunedin will reflect this.

How to Apply

If this exciting opportunity sounds like you and you would enjoy supporting DCC to deliver value to our communities, we look forward to hearing from you.

You can learn more about this role by clicking on the ‘apply now’ button, or visiting www.dcc.jobs website.

Applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and suitable candidates may be progressed through the recruitment prior to the closing date.


Job Details
Reference #
8702

Posted on
22 Apr 2026

Closes on
06 May 2026 17:00

Location(s)
Mosgiel

Expertise
3 Waters

Work type(s)
Permanent Full Time

Benefits
Salary/Compensation
Additional superannuation

Career development
Secondment and promotion opportunities

Work/Life balance
Five weeks annual leave, additional paid parental leave, wellbeing support

Make a difference
Support our ambitious carbon zero goals