Title:  Maintenance Technician - Wellington

The Opportunity

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.  

We're seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our Operations team in the Wellington Region. This position is responsible for ensuring our Treatment Plants and processes are functioning optimally through skilled maintenance activities.

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

Maintenance Operations:
• Execute preventative maintenance programs for all plant equipment
• Perform corrective maintenance and emergency repairs
• Monitor and optimize mechanical equipment performance
• Operate specialized workshop equipment (lathe, mill/drill, welding equipment)
• Conduct regular equipment inspections and condition monitoring

Contractor Management:
• Supervise and coordinate external contractors
• Provide site inductions and safety briefings
• Review and sign off completed contractor work
• Ensure compliance with site procedures and safety requirements

Compliance & Safety:
• Maintain trade qualifications and certifications
• Implement health and safety procedures
• Contribute to environmental management systems
• Ensure regulatory compliance in all maintenance activities

Operational Support:
• Participate in on-call duty roster
• Prepare detailed maintenance reports
• Manage spare parts inventory
• Support team members' development
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

What you'll need to be successful

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
• Trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 3 years industrial maintenance experience
• Demonstrated experience with preventative maintenance programs
• Computer literacy (CMMS, Microsoft Office)
• Valid driver's license

DESIRABLE SKILLS:
• Experience in water/wastewater treatment operations
• Knowledge of process control systems
• Welding certifications
• Experience with condition monitoring techniques
• Project management skills

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated with ability to work autonomously
• Strong commitment to safety and quality
• Positive team-focused attitude
• Adaptable to changing priorities

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!

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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.