Utilities Engineering Officer - Telemetry

• $86K - $96K p.a + Health Insurance
• Rā Oranga Wellbeing leave
• Some Hybrid/Flexible working options available

At Nelson City Council, we are proud to serve one of New Zealand’s most vibrant and thriving regions. With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and community wellbeing, we deliver essential services and infrastructure that support a high quality of life for our residents. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we work together to create a safe, connected, and future-focused city that we can all be proud of.

Nelson City Council is on the lookout for a Utilities Engineering Officer – Telemetry to take charge of our SCADA and utilities data management systems. This is your chance to play a key role in managing essential water, wastewater, stormwater, and flood protection services—helping to keep our city connected, resilient, and future-focused.

About the role | Kō tēnei tūranga mahi

In this role, you will:

• Maintain Nelson City’s telemetry and utilities data management systems to ensure best-practice application and reliable data.
• Manage and monitor contractors operating SCADA and Telemetry equipment.
• Contribute to a variety of capital and operational projects, providing advice on telemetry requirements.
• Utilise and maintain Council’s asset management system, Infor, and support improvements in data management.

About you | Ko ngā pūmanawa ōu

We’re looking for a Utilities Engineering Officer with experience in telemetry, or someone with transferable skills from IT, structural, technical, civil, or electrical engineering. You will bring:

• Knowledge and experience working in engineering industries.
• Ability to oversee the operation and maintenance of Council asset management systems.
• Experience managing and administering utilities maintenance contracts.
• Skills in managing, designing, and reviewing a variety of capital and operational projects.
• Technical expertise to support the utilities team, wider council, and activity managers in developing business cases.
• Competence in managing and monitoring databases, systems, and telemetry equipment.
• A willingness to grow and develop, with training opportunities available for those with transferable experience.

What we offer | Ko ngā painga mōu

We value people bringing diverse skills and experience to the team. Team culture is important to us, and in return we offer flexibility, variety, and opportunities for professional development.

• Full-time position (40 hours per week, Monday–Friday)
• NIB Premier Health Insurance package inclusive
• Flexibility with start and finish times
• EAP professional and personal development services

We are looking for a great attitude, work ethic and willingness to learn. If you think you bring relevant transferrable experience we are keen to hear from you!

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Applications close: | Rā whakakapi: Applications close Monday 29 September 2025. Please apply via the link to ensure that your applications are received.

For further enquiries: | Ina he pātai anō, whakapā mai: For more information about this role please contact Eddie Powick – Utilities Operations Manager via [email protected].