Major Pipelines Serviceperson

Tiaki Wai; Wellington; On-site; NZD 62,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing programme

Professional development

Health insurance

5 weeks leave

Job summary

Tiaki Wai, a council-owned organisation, seeks a Pipelines Serviceperson to support the Wellington region’s Major Water network. Based at Pomare depot, role involves daily travel to diverse locations and on-call duties with rosters and allowances.

You'll assist with maintenance planning, asset monitoring, and installation of flowmeters, contributing to long-term water strategies and safe, reliable services for communities.

Qualifications

• A current, full NZ drivers’ licence
• NZQA Level 1 Literacy
• Minimum of two years’ experience in construction environments
• Sound experience using hand and power tools
• Hold NZ Certificate in Infrastructure Works (Pipeline construction & Maintenance) Level 3 or be working toward it
• Good mobility and physical wellbeing

Responsibilities

• Undertake works and maintenance on the Major Water assets
• Assist with the production of maintenance plans for all equipment
• Keep valves and fittings on the Major Water Network in a serviceable condition
• Manage assets wisely by regularly monitoring asset age, condition, and performance
• Installation of flowmeters and other network equipment

Job description

The remuneration range for this role is $61,880.04 to $83,720.05 p.a., providing a modest pre-trade remuneration and support through trade qualifications, with on-call and after hour rates. If you hold relevant experience and qualifications, then remuneration is considered at a higher rate within our position grading.

• Play a key role supporting the region's major water supply pipelines
• Innovative work & ongoing training opportunities
• Pomare depot based with daily travel to unique job locations

The opportunity

As a Pipelines Serviceperson you'll assist the major pipe and fabrication team to ensure that the Wellington region’s Major Water network is meeting the needs of the region in an environmentally safe and hygienic manner.

It's a very important and big picture focused role, as in this position you will be contributing to the region’s Long-term Water Strategy, to ensure our community has reliable water services now and in the future.

You Will

• Undertake works and maintenance on the Major Water assets
• Assist with the production of maintenance plans for all equipment
• Keep valves and fittings on the Major Water Network in a serviceable condition
• Manage assets wisely by regularly monitoring asset age, condition, and performance
• Installation of flowmeters and other network equipment

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need to be available for standard working hours and on-call situations (with roster and on-call allowances paid), additionally you will need:

• A current, full clean NZ drivers’ licence
• NZQA Level 1 Literacy
• Minimum of two years’ experience of working in construction environments
• Sound experience using hand and power tools
• You must either hold New Zealand National Certificate in Infrastructure Works (Pipeline construction and Maintenance) Level three or equivalent qualification or commence working towards this trade certification
• To have good mobility and physical wellbeing (due to the nature of work)

About Us

Tiaki Wai is a council-owned organisation responsible for managing the delivery of drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater services across Hutt Valley, Porirua, and Wellington.

We manage public-owned extensive water infrastructure and oversee the delivery of safe and reliable services for our communities. We focus on long‑term investment, asset management, maintenance, and delivering major infrastructure projects that support public health, environmental protection, and regional growth.

Water is a precious taonga. At Tiaki Wai, we put care into every drop and are guided by our values of Integrity, Care, and Leadership. We work directly with water consumers and in partnership with councils and mana whenua to deliver better water outcomes for current and future generations.

Benefits

At Tiaki Wai, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.

Our Benefits Include

• Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annually
• Formal and informal professional development opportunities
• Health Insurance Coverage
• 5 weeks annual leave accrual will be available following 2 years of continual service

Applications close: Tuesday 17th November 2026

Applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Tiaki Wai. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand to be considered.