Instrument Technician

Watercare; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Life and income protection insurance

Generous parental leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Watercare invites applications for an Instrumentation Technician at Mangere Wastewater Treatment Plant in South Auckland. You will test, calibrate, install and repair control systems to keep water and wastewater services reliable and safe.

Applicants should hold a National Certificate in Industrial Instrumentation and Control Level 4 (or equivalent) and, ideally, current Electrical Registration or EST. Strong PLC/SCADA/DCS knowledge and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven background inInstrumentation and control systems.
• National Certificate in Industrial Instrumentation and Control Level 4 or equivalent; Electrical Registration/EST a plus.
• Ability to lead a team of technical specialists and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Test, calibrate, install, repair and inspect control systems and monitoring devices.
• Maintain operational functionality of instrumentation and control systems.
• Respond to control system alarms and notify supervisors of risk.
• Maintain accurate calibration/test records.

Skills

Instrumentation

PLC

SCADA

DCS

Team leadership

Education

National Certificate in Industrial Instrumentation and Control Level 4

Electrical Registration (or EST)

Tools

PLC

SCADA

DCS

Job description

Instrument Technician# Watercare Careers## Instrument TechnicianApply: South Auckland: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 26, 2026 (13 days left to apply): JR101601**He kōrero mō mātou | About Watercare** Ki te ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora te tangata*When the water is healthy, the land and the people are healthy* There's never been a better time to join Watercare. We're delivering a $15.2 billion, 10-year capital investment programme, the largest in our history, creating opportunities to work on transformative infrastructure, sustainability and digital projects that will shape Auckland's future. With more than $4 million invested every day, you'll be part of work that makes a lasting difference to our communities and environment. **He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi | About the role** We have an exciting opportunity for an Instrumentation Technician to join our team based at our Mangere Wastewater Treatment Plant. This will be an exciting role for someone that wants to prove their strength in instrumentation and problem solving to ensure that our drinking water and wastewater services are effectively supplied to the Auckland community.Your role will be to ensure that equipment is working properly, safely, and efficiently. Your responsibilities will be to test, calibrate, install, repair and inspect control systems and monitoring devices. Day to day you will be: * Maintaining the operational functionality of instrumentation and control systems* Installing and commissioning additions or upgrades to existing systems* Responding to control system alarms as they arise* Notifying supervisors of any systems found to be at risk* Maintaining accurate records of calibration or test results**Ngā pūkenga e rapu nei mātou | About you** You'll need a proven background in instrumentation. You will also need a National Certificate in Industrial Instrumentation and Control Level 4 or equivalent - current Electrical Registration or a minimum Electrical Service Technician (EST) would be an added advantage. You'll be a motivated self-starter with a positive can-do attitude and passionate about Wastewater and Water. You will be able to demonstrate: * An in-depth technical knowledge of process control systems and experience in PLC, SCADA & DCS systems, especially their application in a continuous process environment* The ability to lead and work with a team of technical specialists* The ability to prioritise tasks and work independently* Have attention to detail with excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.**Ngā hua mōu | What's in it for you**We offer a competitive salary and staff benefits package including: • Training and development opportunities • Life and income protection insurance plans • Generous parental leave • Employee discounts at a range of large retailers**Me pēhea te tono mai | How to Apply**Come and join our team! If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity with a fantastic team then please apply online today - careers.watercare.co.nz.