Wastewater Treatment Operator - Whitianga

Veolia Australia and New Zealand; Thames; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global environmental services company is seeking an experienced Wastewater Treatment Operator based in Whitianga, New Zealand. The role involves maintenance and repair tasks related to wastewater systems, requiring a Class 1 Driver Licence along with a strong process or mechanical background. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented team players who can work under pressure and have water industry experience. Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or residents.

Qualifications

• Class 1 Driver Licence essential; Class 2 Licence advantageous.
• Ability to work under pressure and participate in an on-call roster.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repair of pipes, pumps, leaks, machines, and pump stations.
• Laboratory testing and data entry.
• Performance monitoring and improvements of treatment process.

Skills

Process or mechanical background

Water industry experience

Good communication skills

Intermediate computer skills

Attention to detail

Education

Tertiary education in Science or Engineering (Mechanical)

Job description

Overview

Veolia Australia & New Zealand is the only global company to provide a full range of environmental services in the fields of water, waste management and energy solutions.

We currently have a fixed term vacancy (ending 31st March 2026) for an experienced Wastewater Treatment Operator based in Whitianga to carry out operational and routine maintenance tasks, and mechanical repairs within the Thames/Coromandel contract.

Ideally, we are looking for someone who will be able to hit the ground running.

What you'll be responsible for

• Maintenance and repair of pipes, pumps, leaks, machines, blockages and pump stations
• Preventative maintenance including refits and rebuilding of assets
• Laboratory testing and data entry
• Performance monitoring and improvements of treatment process
• Monitoring, recording and altering Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system
• Act as a point of contact for customer requests for service
• Coordinate and provide contractual reporting to the Client
• Accurately log all reports and jobs, completing the necessary paperwork and filing where required

What you'll need to be successful

• Class 1 Driver Licence essential although Class 2 Licence will be an advantage
• Tertiary education in Science; Engineering (Mechanical) or computing an advantage
• A strong process or mechanical background
• Water industry experience
• A can-do attitude
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to participate in an on-call roster
• Great communication and organisational skills
• Intermediate computer skills

A Veolia Career

Veolia operates in more than 40 countries around the world, with well over a hundred sites and approximately 6000 employees in Australia & New Zealand. With the global expertise gained from serving the environment for more than 150 years, our environmental solutions help customers preserve and renew our natural resources, creating a better future for our planet.

We value diversity, equality and inclusion, and we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

If you are able to tick most of the above requirements, can hit the ground running, and are a reliable team player with excellent organisational, communication and customer service skills, we would like to hear from you.

Important notice

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To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.