Serviceperson

Hamilton City Council; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

IAWAI - Flowing Waters seeks hands-on Maintenance Delivery crew members to service Hamilton city and Waikato district water networks. You will build, maintain, and repair underground water, stormwater and wastewater systems, contributing to reliable services for the community.

This role offers variety across sites, with opportunities to advance your infrastructure Works qualifications and work in all weather. A strong safety focus and ability to work with the public are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in the trade or civil industry is required.
• Completed or started a trade qualification is preferred (NZ cert in infrastructure works).
• Able to pass a pre-employment medical assessment and a Ministry of Justice background check.
• Able to keep accurate written and electronic records.
• Able to work unsupervised and follow instructions.
• Able to communicate with colleagues and the public in a positive manner.
• Available to be rostered on-call afterhours.
• Full NZ Drivers Licence (Class 2 would be an advantage).

Responsibilities

• Fixing a leak or carrying out repairs on water-related infrastructure.
• Replacing/repairing a pump or performing minor mechanical repairs.
• Sorting out a blocked pipe or drainage issue.
• Attending emergency flood/overflow events.
• Maintaining drains, pipes, and open watercourses.
• Working at treatment plants or reservoirs.
• Participation in future professional qualifications funded by employer.

Skills

Experience in trade or civil industry

Communicate to colleagues and public

Work unsupervised and follow instruc­t

On-call afterhours

Keep accurate records (written/electro

Pass pre-employment medical and MOJ bg

Full NZ Driver's Licence (Class 2 an a

Education

NZ certificate in infrastructure works (preferred)

Trade qualification (completed or started)

Job description

Hamilton City and Waikato District Councils have formed a publicly owned, Council-controlled Organisation (CCO) to deliver water services across Hamilton city and Waikato district. The company is called IAWAI - Flowing Waters and will take over the provision of water services from 1 July 2026. This transition will occur in stages such as the current Watercare contract for Waikato District Council transferring to the CCO on 1 July 2026.

Job Description

Our Maintenance Delivery crews are the unsung heroes behind every running tap and flushing toilet. Working across the city and district, they construct, maintain, and repair the underground networks that carry our water, stormwater, and wastewater keeping essential services running smoothly for everyone.

This is a hands-on role that makes a real impact in your community and a chance to be part of something vital.

On any given day you could be working on a variety of tasks which include:

• Fixing a leak
• Replacing/repairing a pump or minor mechanical repairs
• Sorting out a blocked pipe
• Attending an emergency flood/overflow
• Maintaining a drain or pipe system
• Working in our open drains/streams and watercourses
• Working at one of our Treatment Plants or reservoirs
• To support your future - We'll cover the cost of your Infrastructure Works qualifications.

Qualifications

Oo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experience

• Experience in the trade or civil industry.
• Completed or started a trade qualification (NZ certificate in infrastructure works preferred)
• Prepared to work in all weather conditions and physically fit.
• Able to pass a pre-employment medical assessment and a Ministry of Justice background check
• Able to keep accurate records, both written and electronically.
• Able to work unsupervised and follow instructions.
• Able to communicate to colleagues and public in a positive manner.
• Available to be rostered on-call afterhours.
• Full NZ Drivers Licence (Class 2 would be an advantage)

Additional Information

He aha te wariu o te utu kaimahi? | What’s the salary?

Applications close on the: 3 November 2026

Note: We will be shortlistingas we receive applications.

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. This role is Safety Sensitive so a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol test will be required. View more information about these checks and our commitment to the Privacy act here by clicking here

It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.

As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings.

This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role. View more information about these checks, our commitment to the Privacy act and details for international applicants byclicking hereIt is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met