At the Otago Regional Council (ORC), our mission is protecting, connecting and enhancing Otago's environment, now and for the future - Mou, moku, mo tatou, For you, for me, for us. To be sure we can deliver on our responsibilities, we are evolving as an organisation, and we're not overstating when we say we have some really big targets to reach. We need the right people, in the right roles, to help us to get there.

We think Otago's a pretty special place. It covers a vast area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers, and wild beaches. Our environment here is part of who we are, and at ORC, we work each day to look after it.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Team Leader Assets and Delivery to join our Engineering team on a permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week) basis, in our busy Dunedin office. In this role you will be leading a multidisciplinary team, foster a high-performance culture, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.

The purpose of this position to provide strategic leadership and oversight for the planning, management, and delivery of infrastructure projects and asset management programmes. This is a key role in planning, organising, leading and controlling multiple large and complex projects, and asset management workstreams.

As a Team Leader Assets and Delivery, you will be responsible for:

• Providing strategic leadership to the Assets and Delivery team, ensuring alignment with ORC’s strategic goals
• Overseeing asset management practices and ensure compliance with engineering standards
• Leading and delivering ORC Engineering’s inputs to Long Term Plans and Annual plans
• Leading the development and implementation of Asset Management Plans and the 30-year Infrastructure Strategy
• Leading and delivering ORC Engineering’s Capital Works and Flood Recovery programmes
• Providing a program management service, with a coordinated view of ongoing projects

If you keen to lead a team and oversee asset management and infrastructure projects at the ORC, then this is the role for you!

About You

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Engineering (Civil) or similar experience
• Project Management certification
• 10+ years’ experience in engineering asset management and/or project management
• 5+ years’ experience in people leadership
• Sound project programming and risk management experience
• Strong organisational skills and processes

What we offer

We recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of MANA- We influence with respect and integrity, TIKA- We do the right thing and do things right and AROHA- We show that that we care.

To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:

• Flexible work opportunities
• Life Insurance
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Superannuation
• An annual wellbeing programme
• Competitive remuneration packages
• Development opportunities

How to Apply

If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application, including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button.

Please note. We don't always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received, so we encourage you to apply early.

At ORC, we value diversity, and the different strengths people bring. We can provide flexible recruitment options such as virtual interviews, online kōrero, or whānau-inclusive interviews. If you would like to have whānau support with you during your interview, just let us know—we welcome it!

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All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand.

Applications close: Monday 19 January 2026

For further information, please contact human.resources@orc.govt.nz