Title:  Drain Layer - Papakura

About Veolia

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. With the global expertise gained from serving the environment for more than 170 years, Veolia operates in more than 57 countries around the world, with well over a hundred sites and approximately 6500 employees in Australia & New Zealand.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Asset Manager (Papakura) or delegate, the Drain Layer (Papakura) is responsible for the delivery of wastewater network maintenance, repair and rehabilitation works across Veolia’s Papakura Franchise operations, in order to deliver safe and reliable wastewater collection services to the Papakura community. The Drain Layer is responsible for the day-to-day supervision and on-the-job training and mentoring of an Apprentice Drain Layer. The position plays a key role in maintaining the integrity and performance of the Papakura wastewater network.

What's on offer

• Competitive remuneration
• Time and a half after 8 hours daily,
• Time and a half after 40 hours weekly, 
• A great team focused working environment
• Employee social club,
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Stable employment with a reputable, world leading, 3 waters Network focused organisation
• Meaningful work that contributes to the well-being of our community 
• Employee assistance programs (EAP) through Assure which covers mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and career transition support

What you'll be responsible for

Key responsibilities include:

• Wastewater Network Maintenance and Repair
• Plant, Equipment and Vehicles:
• Apprentice Supervision and Mentoring
• Health, Safety and Environment
• Quality, Compliance and Administration

What you'll need to be successful

Qualifications and Licenses

• Recognised drain laying qualification
• Full NZ driver’s licence (Class 2 and WTR endorsements preferred)

Experience

• A proven track record in drain laying, wastewater network maintenance and/or civil construction works
• Demonstrated experience in dig-up repair and relay of wastewater mains and associated
• infrastructure
• Experience in manhole repair and replacement works
• Experience in I&I detection works (smoke testing, dye testing) an advantage
• Previous experience supervising or mentoring apprentices or junior staff preferred
• Knowledge of wastewater networks including pipes, manholes and pump stations

Skills and Attributes include:

• Confident ability to read and interpret engineering plans, drawings and technical specifications
• Experience in materials management including placing orders with suppliers and managing stock levels
• Physically fit and capable of performing manual labour in varying field and weather conditions, including lifting heavy equipment and working in confined spaces
• Ability to read and interpret maps, plans and technical documents
• Self-motivated, positive, proactive attitude, strong work ethic and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• An effective communicator who demonstrates a willingness to establish and maintain positive working relationships 
• Good planning, time management and organisational ability and proven ability to maintain accurate work records and documentation
• Willingness to work flexible hours including after-hours as required
• Willing to complete further training and development as required
• Understanding of relevant Health and Safety legislation and environmental obligations

Why Veolia?

At Veolia Australia and New Zealand, you'll join a team of over 6500 passionate innovators... and good humans. Our environmental solutions help customers preserve and renew our natural resources, creating a better future for our planet. Here, you'll have the opportunity to build your career, and resource the world.

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

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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.

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

At Veolia we value diversity, equality and inclusion, we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from Maori and Pasifika, Veterans, people with disability, mature age and early careers, members of the LGBTI+ community and people from all cultural backgrounds.