About Us
At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.

About the Team
Our Utilities business works with our customers across Australia and New Zealand to provide the essential services that connect people and communities. We provide a range of end-to-end services and solutions for the utilities sector, encompassing power and gas networks, water and wastewater, telecommunications, metering services, and power, transmission and renewable construction. With extensive in-house capabilities, we offer fully integrated design and construction expertise across the whole asset lifecycle, as well as network operations and asset maintenance.

Job Description
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Downer is an industry leader in water, providing water services to a quarter of New Zealanders. We support our customers across the full asset lifecycle from the conceptual development of a project through design, construction, commissioning and whole-of-life support and optimisation.

This role entails working as part of a dedicated maintenance crew delivering the most efficient and quality-driven service to our clients. Key duties include routine and planned preventative maintenance on wastewater treatment & reticulation assets such as air valves, pressure mains, pump stations and treatment plants, as well as responding to urgent callouts throughout the wider Tasman district.

Each day will be different doing things such as; checking pumps, pressure, tank levels, cleaning filters, repairs and checking disposal field timers & electronics.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

To be successful in this role, you need a can-do attitude, be adaptable and flexible in your work approach, pay attention to detail, and have a strong customer service focus

A full Class 1 driver’s license and Class 2 & RTW would be an advantage
Underground services (water or drainage) maintenance experience
Qualification and/or experience in the operation and maintenance of wastewater networks
Confined spaces and hazard awareness training ideally
Strong communication skills
Self-motivated, energetic, proactive and results-orientated

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer
Discounts for Samsung, PB Tech, and more!

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone. Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, click Apply to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 712062.

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check before starting

Wastewater Serviceperson

Downer New Zealand

Wastewater Serviceperson

Downer New Zealand

Auckland

Downer New Zealand

Wastewater Serviceperson

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