Napier City Council is seeking a skilled and motivated SCADA Engineer to support the design, maintenance, and evolution of our SCADA systems across water, wastewater, and stormwater networks. This role plays a key part in ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable infrastructure that supports operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and long-term asset management.
As a SCADA Engineer, you’ll collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver reliable, high-quality data that drives smarter decisions across our waters network. You’ll play a key role in integrating new sensor technologies, enhancing system visibility, and supporting both capital and operational projects. Your technical expertise will shape how our control systems are operated and understood - through improved interfaces, actionable reporting, and a clearer view of how each component contributes to overall network performance. With a strong focus on safety, resilience, and continuous improvement, you’ll help develop standards and procedures that build internal capability and future-proof our infrastructure.
We’re looking for someone with a relevant engineering degree, experience in electrical instrumentation and controls, SCADA systems and interface design, and strong programming and problem-solving skills. If you’re ready to take ownership of complex systems and help drive innovation in Napier’s water services, we’d love to hear from you.
Te Āheinga - The Opportunity
- Design, maintain, and improve SCADA systems across Napier’s waters network.
- Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate data, secure infrastructure, and reliable operations.
- Support capital projects and contribute to long-term planning and system upgrades.
- Drive innovation and help modernise water services ahead of regional reform.
He kōrero mōhou - About You
- Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Controls, or Computer Systems Engineering.
- 2–3 years’ experience working with SCADA systems, databases, and interface design.
- Strong programming skills (e.g. VBA, Python) and solid computer literacy.
- Clear communicator with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Full, clean driver’s licence.
Ngā painga mōhou - What we Offer
- 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years service
- Discounted Health Insurance Work Scheme + Eye Test Subsidy
- Retailer Discounts + Study assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (OCP)
- Quarterly values awards + Birthday vouchers + Social club
- Free flu vaccinations (annual)
- Ka Awatea Cultural Wānanga + NCC Kapa Haka
- Te Reo Māori language classes
This is a permanent, fulltime opportunity working 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday in Napier CBD.
Remuneration for this role is between $94,000-$122,000 per annum (including KiwiSaver), depending on your skills and experience.
We will be interviewing applications as we receive them and may close the role when we have found the right person.
Kia mōhio mai - Please note
Napier City Council is moving toward a joint regional water entity under the Local Water Done Well reform. This means future changes to how water services are governed and delivered are likely, including potential shifts in organisational structure, reporting lines, and regional collaboration. Applicants should be comfortable working in a dynamic environment and open to evolving responsibilities as part of a larger, regional approach to water management.
He kōrero mō Te Kaunihera o Ahuriri - About NCC
At Napier City Council, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and work to make our hiring process fair and accessible. If you need any support or adjustments during your application or interview, let us know—we’re happy to help!
Part of our success is shaped by our ability to foster strong, enduring relationships between NCC, Mana Whenua, and Iwi. Our Māori Partnerships team - Te Waka Rangapū – enhance our cultural capability and awareness through education, training, and resources to strengthen cultural competencies.
Before joining our team, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including drug testing for a safe workplace. Some roles may also require health screening.
As part of holding a role with Napier City Council, you may be called on to assist in Civil Defence emergencies—an opportunity to support our community when it matters most.
Please visit Napier City Council Careers website to see full job description
Job Description – SCADA Engineer
