Network Operations Technician

Horowhenua District Council; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Safety gear

Supportive team

Job summary

Horowhenua District Council in the North Island is seeking a hands-on technician to operate, maintain, and fault-investigate the water, wastewater, and stormwater networks. You will perform proactive leak detection, hydrant checks, and emergency responses while contributing to environmental compliance.

The role requires a minimum Infrastructure Works or Water Reticulation qualification, a Class 1 driver’s licence (Class 2 + RTW a plus), and practical experience with urban three waters.

Qualifications

• Ideally hold an Infrastructure Works or Water Reticulation qualification.
• Class 1 driver’s licence (Class 2 + RTW is a plus).
• Practical experience maintaining urban three waters networks.
• Comfortable using mobile devices for data logging and recording.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and fault-investigate the water, wastewater, and stormwater reticulation networks.
• Proactive leak detection and hydrant compliance.
• Respond to emergency faults and participate in after-hours on-call roster.
• Engage with Iwi, local businesses and other stakeholders; uphold safety culture.

Skills

Water reticulation

Health & safety

Environmental compliance

Data logging

Education

Infrastructure Works qualification

Water Reticulation qualification

Tools

Mobile data loggers

Field tablets

Job description

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Horowhenua District Council – Horowhenua District, North Island

This is a rewarding opportunity to join Horowhenua District Council's Community Infrastructure Group and play a vital role in keeping our community's essential services running smoothly. You will be responsible for the hands-on operation, maintenance, and fault investigation across our water, wastewater, and stormwater reticulation networks.

From proactive leak detection and hydrant compliance to emergency fault responses, your daily work will directly minimise water loss and safeguard environmental compliance. Working closely with the Network Supervisor, you will also participate in an after-hours on-call roster, ensuring our infrastructure remains resilient and our community stays informed and supported.

You enjoy the opportunity to work outdoors, are a tech-savvy team player who thrives in outdoor environments and takes pride in delivering exceptional customer service. Ideally, you hold an Infrastructure Works or Water Reticulation qualification, possess a minimum Class 1 driver's licence (Class 2 + RTW is a major plus), and have practical experience maintaining urban three waters networks.

You are comfortable using mobile devices for accurate data logging, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders—including Iwi and local businesses and champion a strong health and safety culture. Current immunity to Hepatitis A, B, and Tetanus, or a willingness to prioritise these best practices, will set you up for success.

We offer a collaborative and supportive team environment where your safety, wellbeing, and professional development are genuinely prioritised. You will have access to continuous learning opportunities to expand your technical skills, including comprehensive training to confidently undertake your competency assessments for our scheduled on-call roster. By joining us, you will enjoy a varied, community-focused role within local government, where your hard work is backed by robust safety policies, quality protective equipment, and a shared commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture.

Applications close Wednesday, 22 July 2026, however, we will be reviewing at applications as they come in.

With many hands the threads which weave our neighbourhoods and communities together will be strengthened from the Tararua Ranges to the sea.