Lead Water Loss & Leak-Detection Expert

Wellington Water; Lower Hutt; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional water services provider is seeking a qualified professional to lead high-quality leak detection services. The successful candidate will work to reduce water loss, mentor team members, and engage stakeholders to ensure reliable drinking water across the region. This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from $80,369 to $113,462 and benefits such as flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive wellbeing programme

Formal and informal professional development

5 weeks annual leave after 2 years

Qualifications

• Strong experience in the water industry relevant to leak detection.
• Proven ability to analyze complex network issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of leak detection investigations across the network.
• Conduct surveys and analyze water loss data.
• Mentor Technical Advisors to enhance capabilities.
• Engage with customers to resolve water efficiency issues.
• Support incident responses and repair work allocation.

Skills

Leak detection expertise

Customer engagement

Analytical decision-making

Planning skills

Education

Relevant technical or trade qualification

Full NZ Class 1 Driver Licence

Job description

A regional water services provider is seeking a qualified professional to lead high-quality leak detection services. The successful candidate will work to reduce water loss, mentor team members, and engage stakeholders to ensure reliable drinking water across the region. This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from $80,369 to $113,462 and benefits such as flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.