Senior Technical Advisor Water Loss

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

• Play a key role protecting precious water resources while improving network performance
• Lead advanced investigations using cutting-edge leak detection tools and methods
• Petone office based close to beach, cafes & shops

This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week

The remuneration range for this role is $80,369 to $113,462 (including KiwiSaver) depending on skills and experience

The opportunity

This role leads the delivery of high-quality leak detection services that reduce water loss and improve network reliability. You’ll combine advanced field investigations with technical leadership, coaching, and analytical insight. You will guide consistent methodologies, champion continuous improvement, and support proactive asset management. Working across internal teams, contractors, and customers, you’ll help ensure safe, reliable drinking water across the region.

Key responsibilities include the following:

• Develop and deliver leak detection plans and advanced investigations across the network
• Conduct leak surveys, analyse water loss data, and provide accurate reporting
• Lead, coach and mentor Technical Advisors to uplift capability and consistency
• Liaise with customers, resolve private property leaks, and support water efficiency
• Support incident response, allocate repair work, and ensure strong stakeholder engagement

About You

To be successful in this role you will bring:

• Relevant technical or trade qualification and a Full NZ Class 1 Driver Licence
• Strong experience in the water industry with advanced leak detection expertise
• Proven ability to analyse complex network issues and make informed decisions
• Confident communicator skilled in customer and stakeholder engagement
• High attention to detail, strong planning skills and a continuous improvement mindset

Benefits

At Wellington Water, 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:

• Flexible working arrangements including up to 2 days working from home
• Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annually
• Formal and informal professional development opportunities
• 5 weeks annual leave accrual will be available following 2 years of continual service

For a full list of our employee benefits click here.

About us

Wellington Water is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa. Our job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater, and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. We’re a multi-council owned entity, tasked to manage the infrastructure and deliver water services to our communities.

The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at our organisational heart. Our people are passionate about providing waters services for our communities and environment which is reflective in our values; Tangata Tiaki, Whānau and Mana.

Applications close: Tuesday 16th December 2025

How to apply

To view a copy of the position description: click here.

To apply, click the "apply" button or visit the Wellington Water Careers site, please note if you are a Wellington Water employee please apply using your work email.

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Applicants for safety sensitive roles will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Wellington Water. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand or eligible to obtain a working visa.