Scheme Manager Waikato

Mō te tūnga | About the role

• Based at Northgate Office. Will also work from the Hamilton CBD office periodically.

• Lead the Waikato Schemes team in delivering flood protection infrastructure.

• Manage planning, operations, and the renewal of schemes in Lower Waikato, Waipā and Lake Taupō zones.

• Build and maintain effective relationships with iwi partners and stakeholders.

• Ensure delivery of work programmes and projects.

• Oversee a team of 22, including direct reports and contractors.

• Ensure work programmes align with council strategies – health & safety and environmental standards.

• Contribute to long-term planning, budgeting, and performance reporting.

Mō te tangata | About you

• Proven leadership experience in infrastructure or environmental management.

• Skilled communicator with ability to engage diverse stakeholders.

• Strategic thinker with strong planning and project management capabilities.

• Collaborative and adaptable, with a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Comfortable working in dynamic environments and making decisions under pressure.

Mō ngā pūkenga | Qualifications and experience

• Tertiary qualification in river/catchment management, environmental sciences, or civil engineering.

• Minimum 10 years relevant experience.

• Strong financial and contract management skills.

• Experience working with iwi stakeholders.

• Understanding of te ao Māori is desirable.

• Full NZ driver’s licence and ability to travel/stay overnight as required.

Mō te tīma | About the team

• Supportive and passionate team within the Integrated Catchment Management directorate.

• Collaborative culture focused on delivering impactful environmental outcomes.

• Opportunities to contribute to strategic planning and regional development.

Mō mātou | About us 

• We work hard to care for the mighty Waikato, so current and future generations will benefit from a healthy environment, strong economy, and vibrant communities.

• Our mahi is as diverse as the region we care for and the people who share it. Our work helps look after our region's water, soil, air, geothermal areas and coasts - so we can all enjoy these precious resources for generations to come.

• Customers sit at the heart of everything we do, and all staff have an important role to play in the delivery of exceptional customer service. 

• If you’d like to understand more about what we do please click here The work we do | Waikato Regional Council.

• By partnering with iwi and working with many others in our communities, our collective kaitiakitanga will make the Waikato region even better.

• Together, we’ll create a sustainable future that will make a positive difference to people’s lives.

Mō te tuku tono | How to apply

• Applications will be reviewed as they come in, and this role will close on Sunday 23 November 2025.

• For a copy of the role description, please click here.

• If you have any questions about the role, please contact [email protected]

• Please click ‘apply’ and include your CV & cover letter as a pdf.

• Apply now!