Serviceperson - Water Industry
We're working for our future. You can too. This is the ideal role for someone who is committed to excellence working within the Alliance for either Wellington Water or Fulton Hogan.
- Looking for qualified level 3 & 4 Servicepersons with Civil or Water experience
- You will be working in the Alliance, either for Wellington Water or Fulton Hogan
- Permanent opportunities, Porirua, Wellington and Lower Hutt
The opportunity
Our serviceperson role is not related to drain laying, our teams play a critical role in ensuring a continual supply of quality water with minimal interruptions to communities and ensuring our drainage networks are free flowing and repaired promptly. Working in either our Drainage, Water or Roading Department in the reinstatement team, no two days will be the same as you head out across the Wellington and South Wairarapa regions undertaking a mix of planned and reactive works where you will:
- Install and repair water and drainage connections on all size mains
- Work on jobs of all shapes and sizes
- Flush and charge water mains
- Ensure a free-flowing wastewater and stormwater piped network is maintained.
- Complete network repairs, clear blockages and sewage problems, minimize leaking infrastructure, installing connections
- Construct and adjust manholes and pipelines or be a part of a team attending different locations to reinstate roads, footpaths and berms which includes concreting and general laboring.
- Work together with various teams and contractors to achieve positive outcomes
To find out more about the water, drainage and reinstatement teams, qualification pathway and what we are offering please visit our information website here.
What’s in it for you?
In this role you will have the potential to earn between $85000 and $105000 including overtime worked and on-call allowances, depending on level of qualification.
- Ongoing Training and Development for certifications and qualifications
- Significant career pathways and supportive people leaders
- A commitment to your health, safety, and wellbeing
- An active, challenging, and fulfilling job making a pathway to a rewarding career path for life.
- We offer remuneration based on your current tickets, licensing, and experience, to enquire about skilled remuneration starting points please feel free to contact us.
- Benefits dependent on your allocation to Fulton Hogan or Wellington Water will apply.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
- A reliable, hard-working, and can-do attitude.
- The ability to use technology (i.e., iPad or tablet) to record information.
- An understanding and commitment to health and safety in the workplace.
- A full, clean driver’s NZ class 1 License a must & class 2 an added benefit.
- Enjoy working outdoors and can complete manual labour tasks.
- The flexibility to work on an on-call roster than includes shift work and standby.
About us
Wellington Water works in partnership with Fulton Hogan (An Alliance) to improve three water services across the Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa Regions. The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at our organisational heart. Our people are passionate about providing waters services for our communities and environment which is reflective in our values; Tangata Tiaki, Whānau and Mana.
The Alliance outcomes are delivered through a combined workforce between Wellington Water and Fulton Hogan, which enables shared resourcing and innovative solutions for the regions water networks.
How to apply:
To apply for the role, click on the” apply” button. Please note only online applications will be accepted. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, please apply Today!
To apply for this role, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand.
For further information, or a copy of the position description following this link or email: JoinUs@wellingtonwater.co.nz
- Department
- Network Maintenance (Alliance)
- Role
- Service Delivery
- Locations
- Rongotai Depot, Pomare Depot, Porirua Depot
Staff benefits
1. Inclusive Culture: It is important to us that people love our culture. We embrace a workplace where diversity is celebrated, and inclusivity is at our core. Our team is united by passion, dedication, and a shared care for water and our community.
2. Safety and Support: We provide an Employee Assistance Scheme for crucial personal support, along with wellbeing and lifestyle education delivered through our Wellbe Team, ensuring you feel supported in and out of the workplace.
3. Health is Wealth: We prioritise your health with an annual voluntary health "warrant of fitness," immunisations, and flu vaccinations. Moreover, enjoy annual subsidised vision testing and contributions toward glasses to ensure clear vision.
4. Work-Life Balance: Where possible there is access to flexible work practices. And take advantage of our annual leave, reaching five weeks after three years of service, and 10 days sick leave from starting with us. In addition, take one paid day a year for your personal Wellbeing. We also offer parental leave and partner entitlements to support you during significant life moments.
5. Comprehensive Benefits: We have partnered with providers for discounted Southern Cross medical insurance, periodic vision and hearing tests, and eyewear subsidies. You can also access discounts at a range of retailers via Boost. Gain access to top-notch gear, machinery, PPE, and tools, fostering a safe work environment if you are “on the tools”. We also offer a staff referral bonus paid when a person is recruited for a senior front line position, and we may offer relocation support if you need to move into the district to work here.
6. Professional Growth: Grow your skills with a range of development opportunities. Boosting your personal and work career.
7. Community Connection: You can take one paid day a year to participate in voluntary work on a water-related activity. And maybe join our active Waiata group and be part of a community that works together, sings, and thrives together.
About Wellington Water
Wellington Water is owned by the Hutt, Porirua, Upper Hutt and Wellington city, South Wairarapa District, and the Greater Wellington Regional councils
The work Wellington Water does is vital and rewarding. We’re tangata tiaki for Wellington’s water, and caretakers of our water infrastructure. Every day, we work to ensure that our communities have access to safe, sufficient, reliable and efficient water services. WWL is growing, and opportunities are growing along with it. It’s a transformative time in the industry.
Serviceperson - Water Industry
We're working for our future. You can too. This is the ideal role for someone who is committed to excellence working within the Alliance for either Wellington Water or Fulton Hogan.
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