Process Technician

Watercare; Hibiscus Coast; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Life and income protection insurance

Generous parental leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Watercare is seeking a Process Technician for Army Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant, north of Auckland. You will monitor processes, collect samples and carry out inspections to ensure safe, efficient operations.

You will work with Process Engineers to identify improvements, perform minor maintenance, and contribute to data logging and reporting. On-call responsibilities form part of the role and you will be part of a supportive, hands-on team.

Qualifications

• Experience in water or wastewater or transferable from a high-volume, continuous process environment.
• Willingness to work towards a relevant qualification.
• Strong hands-on approach with ability to work independently or in a team.
• Full driver’s licence and on-call availability.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant processes, perform inspections and respond to alarms to keep operations safe and efficient.
• Collaborate with Process Engineers to identify improvement opportunities and support projects.
• Undertake minor maintenance, sample collection and onsite analysis.
• Record operational data and complete required log sheets and reports.
• Work both independently and as part of the team, including on-call rosters for after-hours incidents.

Skills

Process control systems

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

On-call readiness

Education

National Certificate or Diploma in Wastewater Treatment

Trade qualification or equivalent technical experience

Job description

## Process TechnicianApply: Army Bay: Full time: Posted 3 Days Ago: End Date: October 8, 2026 (9 days left to apply): JR101414**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 opportunity for a Process Technician to join our team based at our Army Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant.This is a varied, hands-on role where you’ll play an important part in keeping our wastewater treatment plants operating safely, efficiently and effectively. Working as part of a small, supportive team, you’ll have the opportunity to build your technical capability, work alongside Process Engineers and contribute to improvements across our northern regional treatment plants.Your day-to-day work will include:* Monitoring plant processes, carrying out inspections and responding appropriately to keep operations running safely and efficiently* Working alongside Process Engineers to identify opportunities for improvement and support project activities* Undertaking minor maintenance, sample collection and onsite analysis* Recording operational data and completing required log sheets and reports* Working both independently and as part of the team, including participating in the on-call roster to respond to critical after-hours alarms**Ngā pūkenga e rapu nei mātou | About you**You may already have experience in the water or wastewater industry, or you might bring transferable experience from a high-volume, continuous process environment such as dairy, petrochemical or a similar industry.You’ll enjoy practical, hands-on work, be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, and bring a positive approach to solving problems and getting things done.Ideally, you’ll also bring:* A National Certificate or Diploma in Wastewater Treatment, or a willingness to work towards a relevant qualification* A relevant trade qualification or equivalent technical experience, with strong hands-on technical skills* Confidence using computers and familiarity with process control systems* A positive, proactive approach with good communication and teamwork skills* A full driver’s licence and availability to participate in an on-call roster **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.