Water Service Technician – Field Repairs & Safety

Fulton Hogan Ltd; Whangarei, Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Parental leave top up

Training and development

Job summary

Fulton Hogan Ltd in Whangārei is seeking a Water Serviceman / Technician to keep essential water services running safely and reliably. You’ll join a down-to-earth crew handling faults, repairs, and delivering quality outcomes for our customers daily.

This hands-on role operates outdoors in a safety-first environment, with a supportive team and clear development opportunities. A Full Class 1 license is required; Class 2 and WTR preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum practical experience in water, pipeline or maintenance roles.
• Commitment to safety and quality processes.
• Ability to work outdoors and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to water faults promptly and perform water quality and operational testing.
• Relocate water service connections and assess repairs or replacements as needed.
• Dig trenches, lay pipes, and complete pipe connections with safe practices.
• Read underground service plans and help locate/protect services during excavation.
• Follow safety, environmental, and quality processes and support day-to-day operations.

Skills

Water industry experience

Safety-first mindset

Teamwork

Outdoor/manual dexterity

Driver's license (Class 1)

Education

NZ Certificate in Infrastructure Works (Pipeline Construction and Maintenance Level 4)

Tools

Pipe installation tools

Water/wastewater knowledge

Job description

Fulton Hogan Ltd in Whangārei is seeking a Water Serviceman / Technician to keep essential water services running safely and reliably. You’ll join a down-to-earth crew handling faults, repairs, and delivering quality outcomes for our customers daily.

This hands-on role operates outdoors in a safety-first environment, with a supportive team and clear development opportunities. A Full Class 1 license is required; Class 2 and WTR preferred.