The Company
RobLawMax Recruitment is working in an excluisve partnership with Waikato Regional Council to source an experienced Senior Manager to lead their Water Infrastructure assets, overseeing operational, asset management and engineering teams.
This is an opportunity to join an organisation dedicated to working collaboratively towards a healthier environment, strong local economy, and vibrant communities. The team partners with tangata whenua and upholds the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, making a meaningful impact in the region.
The Position
As the Infrastructure Manager, you will lead the strategic direction and delivery of operational and capital projects across regional flood protection and land drainage assets. You’ll spearhead change, bringing people together to achieve excellence while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture. This role requires political and community awareness, including a commitment to mana whenua engagement and partnership. The position leads a team of 70 staff (Operations and Engineering) and has 6 direct reports (Schemes Managers, an Asset Manager and Chief Engineer).
Skills and Experience Required
Essential criteria for the role include significant experience (15 years, 10+ in leading large infrastructure teams), tertiary qualifications relevant to infrastructure (ideally water assets) or environmental management, and successfully leading change as a senior manager in multidisciplinary organisations.
The ideal candidate will have the following:
• Experience in a similar senior level position leading teams
• Demonstrated skills in strategic and tactical planning
• Contract and budget management
• Collaborative teamwork experience, proven ability to work effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments
• Proven success as a driver of change, strategically guiding teams through transformation and delivering results in complex, multidisciplinary settings
• Strong background in large scale infrastructure operations, team leadership, and programme management
• Extensive experience working collaboratively with local communities, iwi, and political stakeholders, with demonstrated cultural competency
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
What’s in it for You
• Use of a company pool vehicle for work use
• Generous leave entitlements, including 23 annual leave days plus 2 personal days; ability to purchase extra leave
• Professional development opportunities, including leadership programmes and a robust corporate training budget
• Flexible working options and a wellbeing-focused culture: wellbeing leave, free annual flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, confidential counselling, and support for your active lifestyle
• New purpose-built offices with wellness facilities, discounted travel, social events, and access to nationwide retail discounts.
• Annual salary benchmarking and recognition for outstanding achievements
• The salary for this position is in the region of $180-200k, possibly more for the right person
How to Apply
Submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your leadership experience and why you're the ideal candidate for this change-driven role. Click apply or send the above mentioned documents to samp@roblawmax.co.nz quoting reference SP78040.
To speak with the consultant coordinating the recruitment of this position, call Sam Phillips on 09 951 5010 for a confidential conversation.
This position vacancy is being handled exclusively by RobLawMax Recruitment. Any enquiries or applications made direct to WRC by applicants or other recruiters will be directed to RobLawMax.