Title:  Networks Operator - Waipawa

About Veolia

Veolia New Zealand is a leading provider of water, waste, and energy management solutions. Our activities include:  Water management: Operating and maintaining water and wastewater treatment plants, distribution networks, and providing innovative water solutions for municipalities and industries across New Zealand, and Environmental services: Offering comprehensive waste management and resource recovery solutions, including collection, treatment, and recycling of various waste streams.

The Opportunity

We currently have a vacancy for a Network - Operator based in Waipawa who will be responsible for operating and maintaining water, wastewater and stormwater reticulation networks in our Central Hawkes Bay area. 

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

• Work as part of a team to deliver the operations and maintenance of the Central Hawkes Bay 3 waters networks 

• Installation of new connections, assets and assisting in the delivery of network and treatment renewals. 

• Complete scheduled Preventative Maintenance on the 3 waters networks 

• Act as a point of contact for customer requests for service. 

• Accurately log all reports and jobs, completing the necessary paperwork. 

• Undertake such general duties as required for the effective provisions of services to the community and client. 

• Be part of an on-call roster 

What you'll need to be successful

• Class 1 Licence essential although Class 2 Licence will be an advantage 

• Wheels, Tracks and Roller endorsements (however this can be arranged for the right candidate) 

• Experience in 3 waters operations, such as reticulated network maintenance, drain laying, wastewater maintenance or civil works. 

• National Certification in Pipeline and Construction Maintenance (Preferred) or similar

• TTM Experience TMO - STMS CAT A/B 

• Proven ability to maintain accurate work records 

• Ability and willingness to work out of hours when required 

• Good communication and organisational skills 

• Basic to Intermediate computer skills 

• Understanding the importance of Health and Safety in the workplace

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!

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.