Wastewater Pump Station Technician - Hands-On Growth Role

Veolia Environmental Services; Wānaka; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full‑time 40h per week

Overtime pay (time and a half) after 8

On‑call allowances

Meal allowances

Team environment

Local employee benefits

Gym membership discounts

Social club

Growth opportunities

Stable employment

Meaningful work

EAP program

Job summary

Veolia Australia & New Zealand is seeking a motivated Wastewater Pump Station Technician to operate, maintain and repair wastewater pump stations and related equipment across treatment plants and networks in Wanaka, NZ.

The role focuses on safe, compliant operations, effective maintenance, and high customer service standards, with chances for professional growth within a leading water and wastewater network.

Qualifications

• A mechanical and/or electrical trade qualification, or equivalent combination of education, training and industry experience.
• Hands‑on experience in maintenance, operations, utilities, infrastructure or a similar environment.
• Exposure to the water, wastewater or process industries is desirable.
• Basic understanding of water infrastructure technologies and processes.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Computer literacy and the ability to accurately record operational and maintenance data.
• The ability to work independently, manage priorities and meet agreed timeframes.
• Experience working collaboratively with colleagues, contractors and suppliers.
• Strong literacy, numeracy, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors and in operational environments.
• A current driver's licence and relevant site‑based tickets or licences will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs on wastewater pump stations and associated equipment.
• Maintain pumps, motors, valves, piping, controls and other mechanical and electrical assets.
• Respond to pump station alarms and troubleshoot equipment faults and failures.
• Operate pump stations manually and through computerised control systems.
• Monitor and adjust equipment to maintain appropriate flow levels.
• Collect and record operational information, including pump hours, flow rates and electrical readings.
• Perform basic mechanical and electrical repairs, including lubrication, component replacement and debris removal.
• Maintain accurate maintenance, repair and operational records.
• Assist with the installation of new and replacement pump station equipment.
• Undertake grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming and clearing debris around pump station sites.
• Manage, supervise and support subcontractors and suppliers to ensure safe, quality and cost‑effective delivery of work.
• Participate in an on‑call roster for after‑hours emergency response.
• Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures, including lockout/tagout, confined space entry and PPE requirements.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Problem‑solving

Independent work

Literacy & numeracy

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Mechanical or electrical trade qualification

Tools

Control systems (SCADA)

Pumps & instrumentation

Job description

Veolia Australia & New Zealand is seeking a motivated Wastewater Pump Station Technician to operate, maintain and repair wastewater pump stations and related equipment across treatment plants and networks in Wanaka, NZ.

The role focuses on safe, compliant operations, effective maintenance, and high customer service standards, with chances for professional growth within a leading water and wastewater network.