Principal Dam Safety Engineer

6 days ago

Hamilton, New Zealand Mercury Full time

Tiakina te anamata, mā te tūhono i ngā tāngata me ngā wāhi o te inamata. Taking care of tomorrow: connecting people and place today.

Mercury is a bold future-focused organisation, providing energy and telecommunications to more Kiwis than anyone else, leading the way with renewable energy and working toward a sustainable future. At the heart is our purpose which pushes us to do all we can to create a better future for our people, our communities, and Aotearoa New Zealand.

**About the role**

As our Principal Dam Safety Engineer, you'll be a technical leader responsible for the strategic management of Mercury's Dam Safety Assurance Programme and the integrity of our civil infrastructure. You'll work across disciplines and teams to ensure our dams, spillways, tunnels, and associated structures meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance.

**What you'll be doing**
- Leading Mercury's Dam Safety Assurance Programme, including mentoring and training others.
- Conducting dam safety inspections and condition assessments.
- Maintaining and updating Emergency Action Plans and surveillance manuals.
- Overseeing technical assessments, upgrades, and rehabilitation projects.
- Providing expert guidance during emergencies or extreme weather events.
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices.
- Supporting lifecycle planning and asset management for civil infrastructure.

**What you'll bring**
- A Bachelor of Engineering (Civil or similar); CPEng preferred.
- 15+ years of relevant experience in civil/geotechnical engineering.
- Strong background in seismic hazard assessment, structural design, and compliance.
- Deep understanding of dam safety regulations and asset management.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work across all levels of the business.
- A structured, analytical approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

**Why join us?**
- Additional 5 days leave per annum (MyDays)
- $400 one off tax-free payment towards setting up your home office
- A diverse workplace where your unique abilities and talents will be recognised and encouraged
- Annual salary reviews with excellent parental leave policy, with the option to purchase additional leave
- The opportunities, career paths and facilities associated with working for one of New Zealand's largest energy providers
- Flexible working policy - The autonomy and trust to work flexibly from our purpose-built premises and from home, recognising the value of this flexibility in the modern world
- Discounted health insurance and free life and income insurance
- Excellent well-being programme including up to $100 annual check ups and confidential assistance programme
- Gender affirmation leave and supportive bereavement leave to be taken when you lose anyone close to you, including your pet

Mercury is a learning organisation that is committed to providing you with opportunities to grow and develop that will benefit you now and in the future. Part of your role includes building your skillset and mindset through a variety of ways. We believe this creates an energised, innovative and agile work environment where you will feel valued.

**Job Details**:

- Reference #
- 40553
- Posted
- 13 Aug 2025
- Closing
- 27 Aug 2025 17:00
- Location(s)
- Hamilton, Rotorua
- Expertise
- Engineering
- Job level(s)
- Experienced
- Work type(s)
- Permanent full time

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