Water Maintenance Technician

Tradestaff New Zealand; Hastings; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed client is seeking a dedicated Water Maintenance Technician to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for the repairs and maintenance of water mains, service lines, and hydrants. Flexibility is key, as you may need to work overtime and weekends. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to health and safety, excellent communication skills, and the physical capability to perform hands-on tasks. This full-time position offers competitive pay based on experience, along with basic PPE and regular check-ins. Join a trusted leader in the recruitment industry and take the next step in your career!

Benefits

Basic PPE

Regular Check-ins

Competitive Weekly Pay

Qualifications

• Minimum full class 2 license required, class 4 is advantageous.
• Experience with PE pipe works and 3 Waters maintenance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct repairs and maintenance on water mains and service lines.
• Perform installations and pressure tests on water systems.

Skills

Health & Safety Commitment

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Physical Fitness

Education

Full Class 2 License

Class 4 License

Level 3 Water Qualification

Tools

Plant Equipment

PE Pipe Welding Equipment

Job description

Tradestaff is on the lookout for a superstar Water Maintenance Technician for an esteemed client!

Day to day, you will be completing repairs and maintenance of existing water mains, service lines, hydrants and tobies.

This role will require flexibility with overtime and optional weekend work to be completed when required.

In addition to the above you may undertake:

• Connections on commercial and residential properties including backflow preventers instillation
• Pipe installations and maintenance using plant equipment
• Pressure test and sterilize new mains before connection to existing networks
• Installation of valves, hydrants and associated water main fittings

What we’re looking for:

• Minimum full class 2 license, class 4 is highly advantageous
• Level 3 minimum Water Qualification will be highly regarded
• Experience with PE pipe works (pipe welding) is an advantage
• Experience working within 3 Waters maintenance
• Strong commitment to health & safety
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Physically fit + able to get hands on and the job done

What we’re offering:

• Full time, ongoing position for the right candidate
• Competitive weekly pay, rate dependent on experience
• Basic PPE + regular check-ins

Why Choose Tradestaff:

With over 20 years of experience, Tradestaff is a trusted leader in the recruitment industry. Join our team and become part of a community dedicated to excellence in trades staffing.

Sounds like you? Apply now! Don’t miss out on this chance to build a brighter future.

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Additionally, our work is mainly industrial and therefore for Health and Safety reasons you do need a good command of English.