Asset Engineer (Transportation)

Asset Engineer (Transportation)

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We’re seeking an experienced Asset Engineer (Transportation) to drive high-quality, data-led asset management that supports effective transport planning and confident investment decisions, helping us deliver a safer, more reliable network for our region.

What you’ll be doing / He aha te mahi

In this role, you will support Property & Infrastructure to provide effective and sustainable services through high-quality asset management across transport infrastructure. You will ensure roading and transport assets, systems, data, and analytics are robust and fit for purpose, enabling informed Council decision-making.

You will contribute to asset management planning, data management and reporting, including identifying renewal programmes in response to asset performance and urban development, while supporting continuous improvement.

The role will involve:

• Provide technical inputs to support effective and continuously improving asset management
• Collect and review asset data, condition surveys and demand monitoring to support robust decision-making
• Identify roading renewals and support development of forward works programmes
• Assist in development of Annual Plan, Long Term Plan, and transport investment programmes
• Contribute to quality improvement programmes and asset data systems

What you’ll bring to the role / Ko wai to Pukeka

You bring proven experience in asset management or transport, with strong data analysis capabilities, a proactive approach, and the ability to build and maintain relationships across a broad range of stakeholders. You can work autonomously, use initiative, and contribute to continuous improvement.

To best succeed in this role, you’ll have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering – applicants with other bachelor-level qualifications may be considered where substantial, directy relevant industry experience can be demonstrated
• At least 5 years’ relevant experience or commensurate expertise
• Experience with asset data, analysis, and systems (e.g. AWM, ArcGIS)
• Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and work under pressure
• Strong communication, relationship management, and problem-solving skills

What we offer / Ko a matou whakaratoka

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, wellbeing, and professional growth, including:

• Southern Cross Wellbeing One Plan (Full time, permanent only)
• Discounted membership to our health and fitness facilities
• Hybrid working practices
• Genuine commitment to your training and career development

To apply, please follow the link or for any questions please contact Mike Pridham, Asset Manager (Transportation), at [email protected].

Applications close*:* Tuesday, 25 August 2026

Please note we will review and process applications as they come through; we encourage your early application.