This position sits within the Infrastructure and Assets Group who from planning to maintenance, are dedicated to delivering resilient infrastructure and services that enrich lives today and ensure a thriving future for our community.

He angituutanga: The opportunity 

Help Hamilton lead the Way in Urban Mobility. We have a position available for a passionate engineering assistant to help shape the future of transport in Hamilton.

In this role you will assist in the development and delivery of local road improvements with an emphasis on biking & micromobility and public transport. These projects provide opportunities for safe and sustainable movement of people around our city.
You will be a strong team player with ability to work closely with consultants and contractors to help drive the required transport objectives whilst managing any risks to Hamilton City.

Some key outcomes include: 

• Be a champion for biking, walking, and public transport
• Assist with the planning and development of the Biking and Micromobility improvement programme.
• Assist with the planning and development of the Public Transport infrastructure improvement programme.
• Assist with the reporting of changes to the Traffic Bylaw registers associated with project implementation.
• Assist in the consultation processes associated with the various projects
• Complete traffic and pedestrian surveys as required to assist in decision making and monitoring
• Communication and liaison with key stakeholders and advocacy groups ensures excellent relationships, knowledge sharing and coordinated outcomes.
• Maintain good working relationships with key Group/Units within the organisation to ensure the best
• outcomes for the transport network.
• Actively participate, comply, and engage in all health & safety activities, policies, and practices including Civil Defence.
• All customer enquiries and information requests are responded to within the required timeframes.
• Incorporate environmental and wellbeing consideration through design, procurement, and project delivery.
•  Contribute to special projects as required.

How you will do this

Our team culture is critical to our success. It’s vital everyone who joins our team is an ambassador for our values, so together we can drive the best possible outcomes for our community.

Some key attribute that would aid the successful candidate are strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, good analytical skills, strong attention to detail, agile and flexible when required, a team player who is professional, trustworthy, and honest.

Oo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experience

• 1 – 2 years of experience of working in local government or consultancy (preferred, but not essential)
• A passion for change and innovation in the transport space.
• Certificate in a National Diploma in Civil Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering Technology or previous experience in similar fields/areas (preferred but not essential)
• Awareness of traffic engineering principles, transport law, NZS 3901 and relevant statutes and regulations
• Influencing skills, able to encourage others’ behaviour and outcomes to support goals.
• Excellent numeracy and communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Experience using AutoCAD for transport designs (preferred but not essential)
• A good level of computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Office applications
• Ability in integrating technical information into decision making
• A collaborative working style, building strong networks and relationships with team members, across organisation, stakeholders, and customers.
• Proactive and able to use initiative to solve problems or create opportunities
• Ability to work autonomously and manage workload, you will be a self-starter.
• Knowledge of basic project management techniques
• Ability to operate independently, anticipate requirements and monitor workload
• Understanding of Health and Safety law and practice.
• Full, clean, and current NZ drivers’ licence

He aha te wariu o te utu kaimahi? | What’s the salary? 

Circa $100k dependent on skills and experience.

Ngaa waahi whakarato painga kei a maatou: What we offer 

• Flexible by choice; an award-winning flexible working policy.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Two Wellbeing days per year.
• Free health insurance through Unimed including hospital/surgery grade cover and discounted. membership rates for family members.
• Free annual health checks and flu vaccination.
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave.
• Eye testing/glasses cost reimbursement.
• Discounted purchases from local businesses; gym memberships, cafes, dentists, hairdressers and many more.

Me Tono Inaaianei!: Apply Now! 

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Applications close on the: 24/02/2026

Note: We will be shortlisting as we receive applications.

Council is committed to honouring the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi through its relationship with Kiingitanga, Waikato Tainui, mana whenua and maataa waka within Hamilton Kirikiriroa.

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role. View more information about these checks, our commitment to the Privacy act and details for international applicants by clicking here

It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.

As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings.

This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.