Wastewater treatment Plant Operator

Ventia; Kaikohe; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training and career development

Long-term stable work

Job summary

Ventia is seeking two Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators in Kaikohe, Northland, NZ. You will monitor plant performance, perform inspections, carry out routine maintenance and help ensure environmental compliance.

This hands-on role offers ongoing training and a stable, long-term opportunity with a strong safety culture. Ideal candidates have experience in wastewater or process operations, strong mechanical aptitude, a commitment to safety, a current NZ driver’s licence, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Experience in wastewater, water, industrial, or process operations preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety and environmental compliance.
• Full NZ driver's licence.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant performance and safety parameters.
• Conduct regular inspections and troubleshoot issues.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs as required.
• Ensure compliance with environmental standards and reporting.

Job description

Join Ventia and help keep communities and the environment healthy.

Ventia is seeking to fill two Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator positions to support the safe and efficient operation of our wastewater treatment facilities. This is a hands-on role where you'll monitor plant performance, conduct inspections, perform routine maintenance, and ensure compliance with environmental standards.

What's on offer?

• Competitive pay and excellent benefits
• Ongoing training and career development
• Stable, long-term work in an essential service
• Supportive team and strong safety culture

About You

Experience in wastewater, water, industrial, or process operations preferred

Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills

Commitment to safety and environmental compliance

Full NZ driver's licence

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

At Ventia, you'll play a vital role in delivering essential services that make a real difference to local communities.

About Ventia

As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.

Position Reference Number: 168747