Team Leader Network Operations

Christchurch City Council; Bromley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking council as a Team Leader in Network Operations, where your leadership will shape essential services for the community. This role offers a chance to lead a dedicated team, manage complex infrastructure projects, and drive continuous improvement in a collaborative environment. You'll play a vital part in ensuring sustainability and operational excellence, all while enjoying flexible working arrangements and numerous employee benefits. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the expertise to lead under pressure, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Training and Development Opportunities

Health Schemes

Wellbeing Support

Retail Discounts

Qualifications

• 8-10 years' industry experience with pump systems or underground networks.
• 5+ years in a leadership role within a large organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operation of the Council's Three Waters and Landfill Gas networks.
• Ensure operational activities align with legislative and environmental requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Contractor Management

Education

Tertiary Qualification in Engineering

Tools

Asset Management Systems

Risk Management Systems

Job description

The Christchurch City Council is one of the largest employers in the South Island and offers a complexity and diversity not often seen in the Christchurch market.

Choosing to join the Council is about bringing fresh thinking and being a part of shaping our city. In order to make Christchurch the best city possible, the Council needs people who are passionate about making a difference.

About the role | Ko te mahi nei

As the Team Leader Network Operations, you will lead a dedicated team responsible for the daily operation and optimisation of the Council's Three Waters and Landfill Gas networks.

You will provide strategic and hands-on leadership, ensuring all operational activities are aligned with legislative, safety, and environmental requirements. Your role will also include managing projects, driving continuous improvement, supporting the Manager Operations, and being part of the after-hours technical response rotation.

This is a key leadership role in the City Services Group, ensuring reliable essential services for Christchurch residents, while contributing to Council's environmental and sustainability goals.

You are a seasoned infrastructure or network operations professional with strong leadership capability, looking to bring your expertise to an organisation that values community, environment, and innovation. You will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline
• 8-10 years' industry experience with pump systems, underground networks, or similar
• At least 5 years in a leadership role, ideally within a large organisation
• Excellent understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. Water Supply, Environmental, H&S)
• Familiarity with ISO standards for quality, environmental, and safety management
• Strong analytical skills and practical experience in asset and risk management systems
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and contractor management skills
• A calm, organised approach with the ability to lead under pressure and manage complex operational challenges

What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe?

Working for the Christchurch City Council allows you to contribute directly to the community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents and visitors. You will also benefit from:

• A collaborative team culture and exposure to complex infrastructure systems
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities, including leadership pathways
• Employee benefits such as health schemes, wellbeing support, and retail discounts
• A chance to influence the future of sustainable city infrastructure

At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.

We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us [e-mail]

Hours of work -Full-time, Permanent Position
Position -
Location-This position can be based at any Christchurch City Council location
Salary-The salary band for this position will be confirmed and is based on experience, internal relativity, and organisational alignment.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.

Reference # 38844

Posted on 02 May 2025

Closes on 15 May 2025 23:59

Location(s) Bromley

Expertise Engineering

Job level(s) 3 to 5 years, 5 to 7 years, 7 to 10 years

Central City | Post date: 02 May 2025 | Close date: 16 May 2025 23:59 | Expertise: Call Centre, Customer Service | Work Type: Permanent, Full-time

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