Healthy Waters Specialist

Overview

Deliver community-led flood resilience and water quality initiatives in Auckland.

Key Responsibilities

• stormwater management
• flood resilience
• riparian planting
• stakeholder partnerships
• health safety
• community capacity

Tasks

-Championing innovation and best practice in stormwater and environmental solutions -Enhancing customer satisfaction and community engagement outcomes -Supporting community-led flood resilience and water quality initiatives -Partnering with iwi and stakeholders to deliver restoration projects -Providing technical advice on flood resilience, riparian planting, and stormwater management -Promoting health and safety and financial accountability across projects -Supporting the delivery of the Wai Care and Community Flood Resilience Programmes -Building capacity within community groups and local organisations

Requirements

• 5+ yrs
• water sensitive
• stormwater
• project management
• citizen science
• tertiary qual

What You Bring

-5+ years’ experience in environmental management, community engagement, or restoration -Sound knowledge of water sensitive design, green infrastructure and community-led development principles. -Strong understanding of stormwater, contaminant reduction, and flood mitigation -Experience in project management, including budgeting and contract oversight -Ability to support citizen science and run community workshops -Relevant tertiary qualification and professional membership (or working towards) -Proven ability to work with iwi and community groups on water-related initiatives

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About Auckland Council

-The Council ensures the delivery of a wide range of local services, including public transport, water management, and community facilities. -It operates across multiple sectors, including urban development, transportation, utilities, and environmental services. -Auckland Council has been instrumental in shaping the city’s sustainability initiatives and long-term planning strategies. -The Council’s work delivers everything from parks and libraries to waste management and housing. -Notable projects include the development of public transportation networks and enhancing green spaces. -Auckland's unique location as a coastal city drives the Council's focus on managing marine and water resources sustainably.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-pre‑employment drug & alcohol test required.