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Land development engineering opportunity Hybrid role with flexible working options based in Manukau Salary will be $91,027 to $115,000 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver contribution He angitūtanga: The opportunity We are looking for a Land Development Engineer to Help Shape Auckland Do you have experience in land development and a solid understanding of New Zealand's regulatory landscape? We are seeking engineers with working knowledge of the Resource Management Act, Building Act, and Local Government Act , along with practical site experience on development projects across New Zealand. Familiarity with Auckland's Unitary Plan and the Auckland Design Manual (land development codes of practice) would be a strong advantage. At Auckland Council, we support flexible working arrangements and encourage a healthy work-life balance. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to Auckland's future, we would love to hear from you. Join our team of Regulatory Engineers who play a crucial role in ensuring Auckland's growth is supported by high-quality infrastructure. We are currently looking for a Land Development Engineer (Civil Engineer) with the right expertise and a proactive mindset to contribute to this important work. If you are passionate about engineering and want to be part of a collaborative, supportive team, we would love to hear from you! Auckland Council's Development Engineers provide essential expertise to our Building and Resource Consenting teams, ensuring that new infrastructure is designed and constructed to meet high standards. We work closely with asset owners such as Auckland Transport, Watercare, Healthy Waters, and Parks to support safe and sustainable growth across the region. From private residential and commercial developments to large-scale subdivision projects associated with Kāinga Ora, our team is involved in a wide range of exciting work. This role offers you the opportunity to apply your engineering knowledge to assess development proposals, building consents, infrastructure works, and engineering approvals. It is a fast-paced environment with significant impact. Each year, we oversee the acceptance of over $130 million in new public assets through our engineering approval process. As part of a large, collaborative team, you will gain exposure to diverse projects and work alongside specialists from across Council, the development sector, and Auckland's leading consultancies. It is a great opportunity to grow your skills while contributing to the future of our city. You can find the position description HERE He kōrero mōu: About you You are a skilled engineer with a strong focus on customer service. You have experience co-ordinating stakeholders, communicate, and manage time well, and you like working in a collaborative team environment. You are someone who wants Auckland to be the best it can be. You like having exposure to a wide variety of work and you want to keep developing and growing your skills through applying your knowledge and experience in practical situations. To be successful in this role, you will have: A tertiary qualification in civil engineering Minimum of 5 years' experience in land development / civil engineering and preferably with some geotechnical engineering knowledge An understanding and knowledge of Resource Management, Building and Local Government Legislation and other issues affecting the delivery of regulatory engineering services A customer service mindset Desire to collaborate with Māori and within Māori Paradigms Advanced interpersonal and relationship skills Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.8 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau an Auckland we can all be proud of. We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible. View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits HERE Help us make a difference to Tāmaki Makaurau. Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now! Applications close: Sunday 23 August at 11:59 PM * Please note this role is deemed safety-sensitive and will require a pre-employment drug & alcohol test. Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.