Technical Advisor Condition Assessment

Description

Summary: Play a key role in ensuring the reliability and resilience of the three waters network through planned condition assessment activities as a Technical Advisor. Highlights: 1. Ensuring reliability and resilience of three waters network 2. Gathering accurate data on asset condition 3. Implementing new condition assessment technologies * Play a key role in ensuring reliability and resilience of the three waters network * Deliver routine, planned condition assessment activities * Company vehicle provided, Petone office base This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week. The remuneration range for this role is $74,325 to $104,929 (including KiwiSaver) depending on skills and experience. The opportunity As Technical Advisor for Condition Assessment activities, you will join a new team playing a key role in ensuring the reliability and resilience of the three waters network (water supply, wastewater and stormwater) through the delivery of routine, planned condition assessment activities. You will focus on gathering accurate data on asset condition to ensure insights are turned into meaningful information to inform asset management, maintenance planning and investment decisions. In this role you will: * Schedule and undertake routine condition assessments of pipes across the three waters network * Collaborate with internal and external teams on planned and reactive work to support the collection of condition assessment information * Gather data on asset condition by completing assessments using methods including visual inspections, CCTV, pressure testing and dye testing * Be involved in the implementation of new condition assessment technologies * Plan and establish traffic management controls when required About you To be successful in this role you will bring: * Practical experience in asset inspection, condition assessment or maintenance in a utility or infrastructure environment in relation to three waters * Experience using computer-based asset management systems * Strong problem solving and investigative skills * A relevant technical or trade qualification or equivalent practical experience * A full NZ Class 1 driver's licence and a strong commitment to health and safety Benefits At Wellington Water, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing. Our benefits include: * Flexible working arrangements including up to two days working from home * Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annually * Formal and informal professional development opportunities * Five weeks annual leave accrual will be available following two years of continual service For a full list of our employee benefits click here. About us Wellington Water is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa. Our job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. We're a multi-council owned entity, tasked with managing the infrastructure and delivering water services to our communities. The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at our organisational heart. Our people are passionate about providing water services for our communities and environment, which is reflected in our values: Tangata Tiaki, Whanau and Mana. Applications close Monday, 18 May 2026. How to apply To view a copy of the position description: click here. To apply for the role, click on the 'apply' button or visit the Wellington Water Careers site. Please note if you are a Wellington Water employee please apply using your work email. For further information, email: JoinUs@wellingtonwater.co.nz Applicants for safety sensitive roles will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Wellington Water. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand and have an appropriate visa.