Catchment Dynamics Specialist

Te Tūranga | The Role

CATCHMENT DYNAMICS SPECIALIST

Hydrology / Water Modelling / Environmental Data / GIS

Join a team redefining how we understand Aotearoa's water systems in a digital world. Apply your science, engineering or data expertise to deliver smarter, more resilient stormwater and catchment solutions across New Zealand.

Mōu | About you

Are you curious about how land, water and people interact, and how data and numerical modelling can reveal how they work?

You might be an engineer, environmental scientist, hydrologist or data analyst, but above all, you're someone who wants to use technology to make a difference.

You thrive on analysing complex catchment systems, stormwater, and infrastructure networks to create better outcomes for communities. Are you motivated by turning data into decisions that protect people and the environment? If this sounds like you, we'd love to talk.

Mō mātou | About Us

Local authorities and businesses in Aotearoa New Zealand call on Awa Environmental when they are faced with complex stormwater challenges. We leverage this unique understanding and our extensive capabilities to exceed clients expectations and enhance the natural and built environments for communities and generations to come.

Our Digital Environments group brings together experts in modelling, engineering, science, software development and spatial analysis to help clients make confident water management decisions.

Ngā Painga | What we offer:

Alongside a competitive salary and bonus scheme, we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Great offices in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch
• Talented, friendly and collaborative team
• Career development programmes
• Professional memberships
• Health insurance
• Values Awa-rds
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Mō te Tūranga | About The Role:

Based in Auckland, you will be a highly capable scientist, engineer or data expert as part of our Digital Environments group. You'll collaborate with experienced engineers, scientists and software specialists to build and apply digital catchment models for flood risk, stormwater planning and water quality.

Whether your strengths lie in client delivery or technical depth, you'll have scope to shape the role around your expertise while contributing to a wide range of projects across local authorities, land development and major infrastructure.

Ngā Haepapa Matua | Key Responsibilities:

As part of a skilled and supportive team, you'll be responsible for:

• Developing high-quality stormwater, water quality and flood models that deliver real value for our clients.
• Supporting the delivery of existing contracts and contribute to new work opportunities.
• Contributing to a reliable, resilient team that our clients can count on.
• Bringing fresh perspectives, ideas, and experience to strengthen team capability.

Ngā mea e kimi ana mātou | What we're looking for:

• 4+ years of relevant experience in hydrology, hydraulics, catchment science and/or engineering.
• Degree in engineering, environmental science, earth science, hydrology, or data science.
• Proficiency with tools such as ICM, TUFLOW, and MIKE by DHI, with flexibility to adapt to different platforms.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Interest in spatial and environmental data applications (GIS, Python a bonus).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills across disciplines and locations.

Above all, you need to be passionate about water and bring curiosity and strengths in spatial, planning, environmental, or infrastructure contexts.

He kōrero anō mō mātou | More about us:

Awa Environmental is a 40-strong professional services firm with offices in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch.

Awa Environmental was founded in 2015 by a group of ambitious flood modellers and engineers who had a passion for and commitment to innovation in stormwater.

The company's name represents our deep understanding of and focus on water – from streams and infrastructure to water catchments and hydrology – in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Hei Tuku Tono | How to apply

We look forward to your application before the closing date of Saturday, December 6, 2025.

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