Title:  Capital Works Operator - Queenstown

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

The Capital Works Operator is responsible for undertaking Capital Works projects to enable Veolia to meet its contractual and legislative obligations for the approved capital works programme. The focus of work will be on capital works, however the work will vary according to contractual and client needs.

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

• Support the capital works team on site to ensure safe, efficient, and timely completion of all project deliverables in accordance with established health and safety protocols and organizational standards

• Execute all aspects of capital works projects from establishment through to completion, ensuring adherence to project timelines, and quality specifications

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and implement appropriate safety measures to maintain a zero-harm work environment, ensuring full compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and company policies

• Coordinate with Team Lead, contractors, and internal departments to facilitate seamless project execution and maintain clear communication channels throughout all phases of capital works projects

• Ensure all work is completed to the highest quality standards, conducting regular inspections and quality assurance checks in accordance with technical specifications and regulatory requirements

• Maintain accurate on site project documentation, including safety records, and compliance documentation, ensuring full traceability and accountability for all capital works activities

What you'll need to be successful

Qualifications:

• Combination of education, training and experience.

Experience:

• Relevant hands-on trade specific experience.
• Exposure to the water and/or waste water industry and basic understanding of various water treatment technologies and processes is preferable.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain working relationships with colleagues and contractors.
• Ability to fault find on damaged 3 waters infrastructure.
• Civil works and operation of various plant including excavators
• Class 2 and 4 trucks
• Proven problem solving skills and proposed methodologies.
• Knowledge of water and wastewater operations, maintenance and project activities.
• Understanding of the criticality of 3 waters operational requirements.
• Understanding of the commercial nature of the operations of Veolia.
• Ability to organise resources, establish priorities and meet deadlines through balancing commitments and priorities.
• Literacy, communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients and contractors.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Motivation and enthusiasm, a keen eye for detail and a desire for excellent customer service.

Why Veolia?

At Veolia Australia and New Zealand, you’ll join a team of 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!

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.

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.