OPERATIONS MANAGER – THREE WATERS

Taituarā; Opotiki; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ōpōtiki District Council is seeking an Operations Manager – Three Waters to manage the compliance and operation of Water assets in a vibrant coastal community. This position offers growth opportunities and is ideal for candidates with proven management skills and experience in Three Waters.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in leadership/management.
• Experience in Three Waters management.
• Ability to demonstrate relevant training or experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead operation and compliance of Council’s three waters assets.
• Manage maintenance and renewal projects.
• Provide advice on operational three waters matters.

Skills

Operations management

Leadership

Compliance

Collaboration

Education

Relevant training or qualification

Job description

Ōpōtiki District Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Operations Manager – Three Waters to lead and manage the efficient operation, maintenance and compliance of Council’s Three Waters assets and services, including reticulation and treatment plants.

To be considered for this role, you will need to have excellent operations management skills (network operations preferred) and proven experience in that space.

This role offers significant professional growth and the chance to make a real impact in a district on the rise. Ōpōtiki is a vibrant coastal community with stunning beaches, excellent outdoor recreation, and a welcoming lifestyle ideal for families and professionals alike.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the operation, maintenance and compliance of Council’s three waters assets and services in accordance with regulations, requirements, agreed levels of service and good practice
  
• Collaborate with assets team to ensure consents are current, compliant and monitoring and reporting is carried out in timely manner
  
• Manage condition assessments, maintenance and renewal projects
  
• Develop, resource, communicate, implement and review operations and maintenance framework
• Provide advice to Council on Operational three waters matters and opportunities

You will have:

• Minimum 5 years experience in leadership/management
  
• Some experience in Three Waters management
  
• The ability to demonstrate relevant training, qualification or experience
  

For the position description and to apply online, please visit www.odc.govt.nz/jobs .

Applications close Monday, 30 June 2025 at 4pm. Please note that applications will be processed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early as the advert may be removed before the closing date.

Closing Date: Applications may be processed as they are received