Job Description
Full job description
Join us in Alofi, Niue to lead vital water and wastewater projects! Make a lasting impact, work with expert teams, and drive sustainable infrastructure improvements in a unique island setting. Apply now!
Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.
Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with government, businesses, and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. For more information please visit our website
The opportunity
Location: Alofi, Niue
Full-time position until 23 April 2026
This role is for nationals only
Niue Water and Wastewater (NWW) Program
The Niue Water and Wastewater Program, supported by Australia, aims to provide 24-hour access to safe potable water and improve wastewater management in Niue. The program focuses on four key areas: water supply infrastructure, wastewater infrastructure, water resource and quality management, and governance. Designed in two phases, Phase 1 addresses immediate priorities set by the Government of Niue, while Phase 2 completes the remaining activities. This comprehensive initiative strengthens Niue’s WASH sector through targeted infrastructure and services, supporting sustainable water and wastewater solutions aligned with Australia’s development investment.
About the role
Based in Alofi, Niue, the Project Manager will lead the delivery of small to medium-sized water and wastewater infrastructure projects under the Niue Water and Wastewater Program. Responsibilities include activity planning, contract management and administration, supervision to ensure compliance with technical specifications, safety and quality control, reporting, procurement, and asset management. The role requires close collaboration with Technical Advisers (Beca) to ensure successful project outcomes. This position is fully based in Niue for the duration of the assignment and plays a key role in advancing essential water and wastewater infrastructure improvements for the community.
Key responsibilities
Lead delivery of small to medium water and wastewater projects, managing contracts and compliance.
Ensure contractors meet registration, insurance, permit, and safety requirements.
Oversee daily contractor records, construction methodologies, and hazard assessments.
Prepare and monitor construction programs and budgets with the operations team.
Manage procurement, material quantities, and defect rectification during liability periods.
Conduct safety, quality, and environmental checks, reporting incidents and non-conformances.
Facilitate progress meetings, reporting, and collaboration with Technical Advisers.
Integrate risk management, safeguarding, and compliance with DFAT and program standards.
Selection criteria
Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or related field with 3+ years of on-site project management experience.
Proven work health and safety management skills and procurement cycle experience, preferably with Commonwealth Procurement Rules.
Experience in development assistance programs, ideally with Australian DFAT projects.
Strong project management, monitoring, evaluation, and risk management skills.
Financial acumen in budgeting and resource allocation.
Excellent communication, leadership, and culturally sensitive interpersonal skills.
Understanding of DFAT and Tetra Tech compliance policies on gender equality, safeguarding, and environmental protection.
Adaptable, detail-oriented leader with integrity and mentoring capabilities.
For a complete position description, please click here. Please use password TetraTech2025.
How to apply
Click the "Apply for job" button.
Applications will only be accepted via the Tetra Tech International Development Website. Emailed applications will be disregarded.
Please submit:
Resume
Statement of suitability (not exceeding two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and personal attributes align with the selection criteria.
Applications will be assessed as received. There is currently no close date set for this position.
Why Tetra Tech International Development?
We are a values led organisation committed to flexible working, wellbeing, and creating positive impact. Our culture is grounded in collaboration, trust, diversity, and inclusion. Learn more about our purpose and values here.
Tetra Tech International Development is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We are committed to child safety, safeguarding, and the prevention of ****** exploitation, abuse, and harassment.
As a leading development consulting firm, Tetra Tech International Development works with people and communities to solve some of the world's most complex challenges to achieve a positive impact.
Working at Tetra Tech International Development means working within a values led organisation that invests in flexible work environments built on trust, safety and well-being. Through unified systems, flexible and supportive workplaces, we provide the foundations required for our team to enjoy the work they do and deliver value every day. Read more about our culture, purpose and values here.
Tetra Tech International Development is an equal opportunity employer and has a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, child safety, safeguarding, and the prevention of ****** exploitation, abuse and harassment. We encourage people living with a disability; First Nations Peoples; and people of all cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences to apply.
Should you require additional support with your application, please email [email protected] or phone +61 (08) 8375 4400.
Tetra Tech has a zero-tolerance approach to ****** exploitation, abuse and harassment (‘SEAH’), child abuse and exploitation, modern slavery and safeguarding related retaliation, and this zero-tolerance extends to inaction. Tetra Tech is committed to being a child safe organisation, and to promoting a culture that supports gender equality, and addresses the gendered drivers of violence against women and children. It is committed to fostering a culture where we prevent and respond decisively and appropriately to harm against people, and that all people are treated with dignity and respect, irrespective of country, project, or office where we work. This will require compliance with Tetra Tech’s Safeguarding and other Codes of Conduct and our associated safeguarding policies (Child Protection and Child Safety, Prevention from ****** Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) policy and procedure, and Modern Slavery. Any successful applicants will be required to undertake satisfactory referee and criminal record checks prior to being appointed to any position.
Position Type
Project opportunity
Region
Australia and Indo-Pacific Teams and Clients
Sector
Water Security and Sanitation (International Development)
Join us in Alofi, Niue to lead vital water and wastewater projects! Make a lasting impact, work with expert teams, and drive sustainable infrastructure improvements in a unique island setting. Apply now!
Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.
Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with government, businesses, and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. For more information please visit our website
The opportunity
Location: Alofi, Niue
Full-time position until 23 April 2026
This role is for nationals only
Niue Water and Wastewater (NWW) Program
The Niue Water and Wastewater Program, supported by Australia, aims to provide 24-hour access to safe potable water and improve wastewater management in Niue. The program focuses on four key areas: water supply infrastructure, wastewater infrastructure, water resource and quality management, and governance. Designed in two phases, Phase 1 addresses immediate priorities set by the Government of Niue, while Phase 2 completes the remaining activities. This comprehensive initiative strengthens Niue’s WASH sector through targeted infrastructure and services, supporting sustainable water and wastewater solutions aligned with Australia’s development investment.
About the role
Based in Alofi, Niue, the Project Manager will lead the delivery of small to medium-sized water and wastewater infrastructure projects under the Niue Water and Wastewater Program. Responsibilities include activity planning, contract management and administration, supervision to ensure compliance with technical specifications, safety and quality control, reporting, procurement, and asset management. The role requires close collaboration with Technical Advisers (Beca) to ensure successful project outcomes. This position is fully based in Niue for the duration of the assignment and plays a key role in advancing essential water and wastewater infrastructure improvements for the community.
Key responsibilities
Lead delivery of small to medium water and wastewater projects, managing contracts and compliance.
Ensure contractors meet registration, insurance, permit, and safety requirements.
Oversee daily contractor records, construction methodologies, and hazard assessments.
Prepare and monitor construction programs and budgets with the operations team.
Manage procurement, material quantities, and defect rectification during liability periods.
Conduct safety, quality, and environmental checks, reporting incidents and non-conformances.
Facilitate progress meetings, reporting, and collaboration with Technical Advisers.
Integrate risk management, safeguarding, and compliance with DFAT and program standards.
Selection criteria
Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or related field with 3+ years of on-site project management experience.
Proven work health and safety management skills and procurement cycle experience, preferably with Commonwealth Procurement Rules.
Experience in development assistance programs, ideally with Australian DFAT projects.
Strong project management, monitoring, evaluation, and risk management skills.
Financial acumen in budgeting and resource allocation.
Excellent communication, leadership, and culturally sensitive interpersonal skills.
Understanding of DFAT and Tetra Tech compliance policies on gender equality, safeguarding, and environmental protection.
Adaptable, detail-oriented leader with integrity and mentoring capabilities.
For a complete position description, please click here. Please use password TetraTech2025.
How to apply
Click the "Apply for job" button.
Applications will only be accepted via the Tetra Tech International Development Website. Emailed applications will be disregarded.
Please submit:
Resume
Statement of suitability (not exceeding two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and personal attributes align with the selection criteria.
Applications will be assessed as received. There is currently no close date set for this position.
Why Tetra Tech International Development?
We are a values led organisation committed to flexible working, wellbeing, and creating positive impact. Our culture is grounded in collaboration, trust, diversity, and inclusion. Learn more about our purpose and values here.
Tetra Tech International Development is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We are committed to child safety, safeguarding, and the prevention of ****** exploitation, abuse, and harassment.
As a leading development consulting firm, Tetra Tech International Development works with people and communities to solve some of the world's most complex challenges to achieve a positive impact.
Working at Tetra Tech International Development means working within a values led organisation that invests in flexible work environments built on trust, safety and well-being. Through unified systems, flexible and supportive workplaces, we provide the foundations required for our team to enjoy the work they do and deliver value every day. Read more about our culture, purpose and values here.
Tetra Tech International Development is an equal opportunity employer and has a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, child safety, safeguarding, and the prevention of ****** exploitation, abuse and harassment. We encourage people living with a disability; First Nations Peoples; and people of all cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences to apply.
Should you require additional support with your application, please email [email protected] or phone +61 (08) 8375 4400.
Tetra Tech has a zero-tolerance approach to ****** exploitation, abuse and harassment (‘SEAH’), child abuse and exploitation, modern slavery and safeguarding related retaliation, and this zero-tolerance extends to inaction. Tetra Tech is committed to being a child safe organisation, and to promoting a culture that supports gender equality, and addresses the gendered drivers of violence against women and children. It is committed to fostering a culture where we prevent and respond decisively and appropriately to harm against people, and that all people are treated with dignity and respect, irrespective of country, project, or office where we work. This will require compliance with Tetra Tech’s Safeguarding and other Codes of Conduct and our associated safeguarding policies (Child Protection and Child Safety, Prevention from ****** Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) policy and procedure, and Modern Slavery. Any successful applicants will be required to undertake satisfactory referee and criminal record checks prior to being appointed to any position.
Position Type
Project opportunity
Region
Australia and Indo-Pacific Teams and Clients
Sector
Water Security and Sanitation (International Development)
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