This is an opportunity to play a key role in growing and strengthening a national professional community within the infrastructure and public works sector. 

IPWEA (Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia) is the peak professional association supporting professionals across infrastructure, asset management and public works. In New Zealand, IPWEA continues to build on an established foundation, with a focus on strengthening its member community, deepening engagement, and delivering greater value across the sector. 

The Opportunity 
IPWEA is seeking a Relationship & Member Engagement Executive to play a key role in leading and strengthening member engagement across New Zealand.
 
Working closely with the Head of Business Development & Marketing (Australia), and the Country Head – New Zealand, this role will take ownership of building relationships, increasing participation, and delivering meaningful member experiences across the country. 

This is a hands-on, outward-facing role. It combines stakeholder engagement, event delivery, commercial awareness, and will suit someone energetic, who enjoys building relationships, meeting with members and stakeholders, and turning ideas into action. 

While the role is primarily focused in New Zealand, there will also be opportunities to support major events in Australia. 

Your Focus 
At its core, this role is about growing and engaging a member community – ensuring IPWEA delivers consistent, valuable and high quality experiences across New Zealand. 

You will: 

• Develop and implement a member engagement approach tailored to the New Zealand market 
• Drive membership growth, retention and engagement initiatives 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with members, partners and industry stakeholders 
• Create meaningful engagement opportunities including discussion groups, regional forums, roundtables and networking events 
• Ensure members receive an outstanding and consistent experience across all touch points
• Lead planning, coordination and execution of regional events and engagement initiatives 
• Identify opportunities to expand event participation and commercial partnerships
• Assist in sponsorship and partnership discussions 
• Contribute to revenue growth through events and member acquisition
• Represent IPWEA at events and within the wider professional community 

About You 
You are a true people person – commercially aware, proactive and confident in engaging with diverse stakeholders. 

You’re comfortable taking ownership, managing multiple priorities, and operating in a role where you help shape how things are done. 

You’ll be ambitious and proactive. You’re a natural problem solver and will bring energy and direction to your role. You understand community, connection and are growth focused. 

You’ll bring: 

• Soft skills as outlined above 
• Experience in events, sales and/or marketing 
• Demonstrated success in building and managing professional relationships
• Strong stakeholder management skills 
• The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously 
• A self-starter mindset with initiative and drive 
• High levels of organisation and attention to detail 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• A passion for delivering exceptional member experiences 

You thrive in a dynamic environment where growth, initiative and ownership are valued. 

What’s On Offer? 

• Flexible working (remote / shared workspace) 
• Opportunity to travel across New Zealand and occasionally Australia
• Professional development opportunities 
• A collaborative, supportive team environment 
• This is a brilliant role if you are ambitious and are motivated by growth!
• You’ll enjoy learning from industry leaders but also relish the autonomy to own your work.

This is a role with genuine scope to contribute to the growth and engagement of IPWEA’s New Zealand community. 

Why IPWEA? 
IPWEA plays an important role in supporting professionals who shape the infrastructure and communities we rely on every day. 

This role offers the opportunity to build relationships at a national level, contribute to meaningful industry conversations, and be part of a growing organisation with a clear direction. 

What’s next? 
If you enjoy building relationships, creating meaningful connections, and being part of a growing community, we’d love to hear from you. 

Please apply now or email [email protected] in the first instance to arrange a confidential chat.