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Operations And Maintenance Engineering Manager

Posted on May 13, 2025

  • Blenheim, New Zealand
  • No Salary information.
  • Full Time

Operations And Maintenance Engineering Manager

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Posted:

13/05/2025

Closing Date:

01/06/2025

Salary:

$149,000.00 - $166,000.00

Job Type:

Permanent - Full Time

Location:

Blenheim, Marlborough

Job Category:

Assets & Services Department

Mo tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role

Lead from the front and take ownership of ensuring efficient management of the operation and maintenance of water supply & irrigation, sewer and stormwater performance and delivery of maintenance excellence and engineering improvements across utility services and assets, by providing professional and technical engineering leadership to the maintenance teams.

We’re searching for a seasoned Operations and Maintenance Engineering Manager to drive reliable works delivery, while playing a critical role in futureproofing infrastructure to meet growing demand. Based in Blenheim, this role is a cornerstone of regional functioning water. It offers the scope to operate at pace, with the support and structure of a multidiscipline environment.

Your remit will include:

  • Providing leadership direction to achieve daily service targets whilst developing a positive team culture
  • Develop, implement and maintain a high level of services reliability through cost effective preventative maintenance to avoid failures
  • Provide engineering support to ensure health and safety, hygiene, regulatory, customer and environmental compliance are met
  • In conjunction with Site managers, design and maintain a financial budget for your area of responsibility.
  • Regularly audit engineering policy, guidelines and procedures to ensure 'best practice' is maintained
  • Champion continuous improvement

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

  • A great benefits package (including life and income protection insurance, health insurance, enhanced leave and superannuation, and relocation support where applicable).
  • A Salary range of $149,000 to $166,000 per annum (this will depend on the knowledge, skills and experience you have to offer).
  • A workplace that supports flexibility, health and wellbeing
  • An environment where input, initiative and innovation are encouraged
  • A fantastic learning environment and support for professional development

Ko ngā wheako ōu | About you

Now is the time to step into a role that offers a genuine impact, a seat at the table, and the ability to shape long-term infrastructure and services. You’ll be able to collaborate with stakeholders in the leadership team to implement process improvement initiatives for enhancing continuous improvement and promoting a culture that encourages safe excellence. Your previous experience in coordinating multiple tasks will be essential because of the busy nature that Council provide


To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:

  • Degree/Diploma in an Engineering or Technical Bachelor discipline
  • 10 years’ experience in the appropriate fields
  • Competent experience in the operation and maintenance of community water, wastewater and stormwater services.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for providing a quality service to both staff and public alike across diverse teams and in time precious environments.
  • Clear and effective communication skills are essential.
  • The right person must be proactive, thorough, and detailed, with a high level of relationship building

Ko wai mātou | About us

Marlborough District Council is a dynamic, progressive organisation which prides itself on the professionalism it brings to managing a wide range of functions. Our vision is that over the next decade, Marlborough will become a globally connected district of progressive, high-value enterprise, known for its quality lifestyle, desirable location and natural environment.


Marlborough is unique for many reasons. The region offers an array of outdoor pursuits in a distinctive and picturesque landscape. With the Marlborough Sounds, the land and sea offer unlimited accessibility for sport and leisure.


If you’re ready to make an impact in your community with Council


Applications close 5.00 pm on 1 June 2025.


For any additional information please reach out to Richard Coningham (Group Manager Infrastructure & Services) on Richard.Coningham@marlborough.govt.nz


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