Engineering Technician - Services

Marlborough District Council•Marlborough, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We're looking for an enthusiastic Engineering Technician to join our collaborative team! You'll support engineering projects, undertake site investigations, prepare technical drawings, and help manage critical infrastructure information. Your work will help deliver and maintain critical infrastructure, including water, wastewater and stormwater. This is a varied role offering hands-on experience, technical development, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the community while developing your engineering career.

Requirements

A tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering (BE, NZCE, or NZ Diploma in Engineering).
Experience in civil engineering, including design and installation of water, wastewater, and stormwater services.
Strong draughting and surveying skills.
Strong attention to detail and database/data management skills.
Excellent communication, organisational, and customer service abilities.
Digital literacy and a commitment to continuous improvement.
The ability to work collaboratively and maintain professionalism under pressure.

Responsibilities

Undertaking site investigations, surveys, and inspections
Maintaining and updating infrastructure asset records and databases
Processing service connection requests and providing technical advice to customers.
Assessing subdivision and development applications, ensuring compliance with Marlborough Environment Plan and Council standards.
Contributing to contract management, tender evaluation, and project oversight.
Delivering excellent customer service and maintaining strong relationships across departments.