Serviceperson Utilities

* Infrastructure and environmental sector * Location, Silverstream Depot This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week. The remuneration range for this role is $56,881 to $80,303 (including KiwiSaver) depending on skills and experience. The opportunity The Utilities Serviceperson position sits within the Utilities team who are responsible with maintaining and operating utilities assets. These consist of reservoirs, pump stations, pressure control valves, area meters and other small utilities sites. The purpose of this position is to maintain and renew utilities assets across the three waters, including diagnosis and resolution of operational failures. What's in it for you? Our benefits include the following: * A career in the water industry! We offer ongoing training, development, and support to gain industry recognised qualifications/certifications * Career progression * Company benefits * The ability for extra earning through overtime work * A commitment to your health, safety, and wellbeing * A busy, challenging, and fulfilling job making an impact for generations to come About you You will bring the following: * Experience in mechanical trade/engineering working environment preferred but not required * Experience and operational knowledge with mechanical plant * Team player and a proactive attitude * Physically fit - able to perform heavy manual labour * Able to descend through a manhole and climb down five metres as well as working at heights In addition to the above you will hold a current full NZ drivers' licence, you will enjoy taking onboard a range of responsibilities whilst looking for opportunities to add value and be prepared to be on call on a rotating roster and respond to after-hours call outs. About us Wellington Water works in partnership with Fulton Hogan (in an Alliance) to improve three water services across the Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa Regions. The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at Wellington Waters heart. Our people are passionate about providing waters services for our communities and environment. The Alliance outcomes are delivered through a combined workforce between Wellington Water and Fulton Hogan, which enables shared resourcing and innovative solutions for the regions water networks. To view a copy of the position description please copy and paste the URL below into your internet browser's address bar: https://expressonline.haineslink.co.nz/pdfs/798105_Other.pdf Applications close on Monday, 15 September 2025. We will be reviewing and progressing applications as they're received, so don't delay - apply today! How to apply: To apply for the role, click on the 'apply' button or visit the Wellington Water Careers site. You will be asked to upload a CV, cover letter, and answer a few short questions about your skills and experience. To apply for this role you must hold the right to work in New Zealand, or be eligible to obtain it. For further information, email: joinus@wellingtonwater.co.nz Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Wellington Water. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand.