Title:  Team Leader/Foreman

The Opportunity

With the global expertise gained from serving the environment for more than 170 years, Veolia Australia & New Zealand is the only global company to provide a full range of environmental services in the fields of water, waste management and energy solutions. 

If you are an experienced leader in the water and wastewater field - in particular the trenchless environment and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, then this could be the opportunity for you.

Based in Auckland, and reporting to the Project Coordinator, this role is primarily responsible for on site supervision and delivery of wastewater and stormwater renewals, and the completion of administration work related to these activities. You continually drive for improvement by promoting new initiatives, challenging the status quo and aiming for improved efficiencies and operational outcomes.
 

What's on offer

• A great team-working environment
• Employee assistance programs (EAP) through assure which covers mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and career transition support
• Competitive salary 
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Stable employment with a reputable organisation
• Meaningful work that contributes to the well-being of our community
   

What you'll be responsible for

• Supervise and safely deliver wastewater and stormwater trenchless renewal upgrades and complete the associated administration work in an accurate and timely manner.
• Contribute to the management of the Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental Management Systems while applying the procedures in all aspects of work.
• Adhere to all written and verbal instructions, procedures and information issued by Veolia New Zealand relating to both health and safety and environmental issues and with all relevant clauses of the Integrated Business Management System Manual.
• Comply with the requirements of the company business management system and the Quality Policy for drinking water, wastewater treatment and disposal to contribute to the company commitment to provide safe, high quality drinking water and wastewater services that consistently meets or exceeds the requirements of the Contracts.
• Report any problems with the business management system, particularly in relation to the management of occupational health and safety, environment and drinking water.
• Undertake such general duties as required for the effective provision of services to the client and customers. 
   

What you'll need to be successful

Qualifications:

• Level 4 National Certificate is required (or willingness to work towards), or
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Experience:

• Proven construction and supervision management experience, ideally in water and wastewater reticulation infrastructure
• Ability to deliver independent project management services in a client/customer facing environment
• Experience in trenchless renewal technology 
• Previous experience in trade is considered advantageous

Other relevant skills or information:

• Current driver's licence
• Ability and willingness to work out of hours when required
• Understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and Health and Safety legislation
• Strong commercial acumen, analytical and problem solving skills 
• Strong report writing, literacy, numeracy and computing skills

An effective communicator you have the ability to interact and relate to staff at all levels of the organisation, and the client / customers. An experienced leader, you are able to motivate your team, garner respect and lead your team to successful outcomes.

You are naturally self-motivated, proactive with your planning and organisation ability and with a high degree of personal integrity you lead by example by demonstrating an excellent work ethic. 
With confidence in your own judgement and capability, one of your strengths includes the ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and pivot when necessary.
 

A Veolia Career

At Veolia Australia and New Zealand, you’ll join a team of over 6000 passionate innovators... and good humans. Our environmental solutions help customers preserve and renew our natural resources, creating a better future for our planet. 

We value diversity, equality and inclusion, and we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

If you can tick most of the boxes and are keen to contribute to Veolia’s ecological transformation, then hit the apply button now!

THIS STEP IS IMPORTANT
To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.