Water Infrastructure Engineer
Hybrid Christchurch Mid-level Platform & Infrastructure
At a glance
Mid-level Platform & Infrastructure role at Ejov. Christchurch.
Pay not stated Platform & Infrastructure salary
RolePlatform & Infrastructure
SeniorityMid-level
LocationChristchurch
WorkplaceHybrid
PostedOct 16, 2026 · 8d ago
Role brief
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What you'll do
- Help plan and deliver water supply, wastewater and stormwater projects from early investigations through design and construction support
- Design pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs and related infrastructure, then document the engineering analysis behind your decisions
- Prepare project reports, drawings and specifications, keeping quality, safety and risk processes in view
- Work with project teams and clients across office and site settings, including virtual teams in New Zealand and overseas
- Guide graduate design engineers and help them build their project skills
What you bring
- A university qualification in civil engineering and at least four years working on water infrastructure design or delivery
- Knowledge of water, wastewater or stormwater systems and the standards used to design them
- You can analyse engineering problems and develop solutions that are practical to build
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits a developing civil or water engineer ready to grow in infrastructure delivery and mentor graduate engineers. The position is based in Christchurch or Wellington, with other locations where GHD operates potentially considered. You’ll work in the office three days each week, alongside office, site and virtual project work.
From the employer
The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated.As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front.Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next.Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community.You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communitiesThis is a fantastic opportunity for a Water Infrastructure Engineer to join our national water team based in Christchurch or Wellington.For the right candidate, other locations where GHD has a presence may also be considered.About the role:The role involves supporting the design and delivery of water infrastructure solutions across the full project lifecycle, from planning and investigations through to detailed design and construction support. You will work as part of multi-disciplinary teams delivering technically robust and practical outcomes for our clients.Key responsibilities:
- Support the planning, design and delivery of water infrastructure projects, including water supply, wastewater and stormwater systems
- Contribute to the design of pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs and associated infrastructure
- Undertake engineering analysis, calculations and documentation to support project outcomes
- Contribute to the preparation of technical reports, drawings and specifications in line with project requirements
- Collaborate with project teams to deliver work safely, efficiently and to a high standard
- Support project delivery processes, including adherence to quality, safety and risk management frameworks
- Engage with internal stakeholders and support client interactions as part of project delivery
- Develop good business relationships with existing and potential clients to ensure required project
- Perform office and site-based roles, including working with virtual teams across GHD offices nationally and internationally.
- Provide guidance to graduate design engineers on projects and be able to train and mentor them.
- A relevant university degree in Civil engineering
- 4+ years’ experience in water infrastructure design or delivery within a consulting or infrastructure environment
- Knowledge of water, wastewater and/or stormwater systems and associated design standards
- Ability to undertake engineering analysis and contribute to practical, buildable solutions
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A proactive approach to learning and professional development
- Design software skills (i.e., 12D, Civil3D, ACAD, GIS)
- Organised in multitasking of self and others and able to meet deadlines
- Ability to be proactive and take ownership of tasks and projects
- Self-motivated and energetic
- Flexibility in your approach to challenges