Te kowhiringa | 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 life-cycle from the conceptual development of a project through design, construction, commissioning, and whole-of-life support and optimisation.

We have a great opportunity within our Northland team for at least five experienced Water Servicepersons/Technicians, based in either Whangarei or Dargaville. We are looking for hardworking, team players who takes pride in delivering quality work and is committed to placing health & safety above all else.

The positions are all full time (minimum 40 hours), permanent, paying an hourly wage between $29.66 - $32.00 an hour, dependent on experience and/or qualifications. This role is offered as part of a union, there are opportunities to earn overtime, penal rates, and stand-by rates.

The successful applicants will be able to experience a wide variety of work with opportunities to develop their skills within the industry.

Your duties could include:

Carrying out routine maintenance & repairs on the water infrastructure network
Respond to faults on the water network
Repairing, maintaining and installing minor infrastructure on the water network
Reporting accurate data through an electronic device

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

You will have a great attitude, be reliable and hardworking and will bring with you:

An NZ Registered Level 4 qualification, or a minimum of three years' relevant experience in either water, wastewater or stormwater networks could substitute a formal qualification.
Proven ability and competence in the care, maintenance and operation of plant and equipment
Computer skills, being able to operate and input data into a mobile field device
NZ Driver’s License Class 1 minimum, Class 2 would be beneficial
Ability in dealing with the public respectfully.

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki konei | 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
• Safety equipment and clothing provided as part of the role
• Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer
• $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer

Me pehea ki te tono | How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application!

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 prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.

Water Serviceperson

Downer New Zealand

$29 .66 - $32 /hr

Water Serviceperson

$29 .66 - $32 /hr

Downer New Zealand

Northland

Downer New Zealand

Water Serviceperson

Salary

$29 .66 - $32 /hr

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