Senior Technical Advisor Condition Assessment
Lead the way in assessing and protecting critical three waters assets. Apply your technical expertise to keep essential networks reliable and resilient for our communities.
Play a key role in ensuring reliability and resilience of the three waters network
Deliver routine, planned assessment activities
Company vehicle provided, Petone office base
This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week
The remuneration range for this role is $80,369 to $113,462 (including KiwiSaver) depending on skills and experience
The opportunity
As Senior Technical Advisor Condition Assessment you will be joining a new team and be responsible for providing advanced technical expertise in assessing the condition of the three waters network and utility assets. You will bring a strong practical knowledge and hands-on experience with assessment tools and methodologies. You’ll provide guidance on tool selection, validate assessment approaches, and ensure fieldwork aligns with best practice standards.
In this role you will:
Provide technical support, guidance and mentoring to Technical Advisors
Lead investigations of complex or escalated issues, including those requiring advanced technical expertise
Plan and coordinator required resources, subcontractors and customer communications
Provide direction on assessment methodologies, tool usage and asset inspection prioritisation
Engage and coordinate with external contractors to ensure completion of specialist work in alignment with asset condition requirements
About you
To be successful in this role you will bring:
Significant experience in asset inspection, condition assessment or maintenance in a utility or infrastructure environment in relation to three waters
Knowledge of Water supply, wastewater and stormwater systems, operation and maintenance management systems
Proven ability to collaborate across multiple teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders
Practical knowledge and experience in the application of risk management practices
Strong technical expertise in a wide range of assessment tools including CCTV, pressure testing and dye testing, as well as physical inspection
A relevant Technical or Trade qualification or equivalent practical experience
A full NZ Class 1 Drivers Licence and a strong commitment to health and safety
Benefits
At Wellington Water, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.
Our benefits include:
Flexible working arrangements including up to 2 days working from home
Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annually
Formal and informal professional development opportunities
5 weeks annual leave accrual will be available following 2 years of continual service
For a full list of our employee benefits click here.
About us
Wellington Water is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa. Our job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater, and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. We’re a multi-council owned entity, tasked to manage the infrastructure and deliver water services to our communities.
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.
Applications close: Sunday 29 March 2026
How to apply
To view a copy of the position description: click Here
To apply for the role, click on the ”apply” button or visit the Wellington Water Careers site, please note if you are a Wellington Water employee please apply using your work email.
For further information, email: JoinUs@wellingtonwater.co.nz
Applicants for safety sensitive roles will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Wellington Water. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand and have an appropriate Visa.
- Department
- Network Operations
- Role
- Network Reliability & Improvement
- Locations
- Petone Office
Petone Office
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.