Water Team Leader - Dunedin

Citycare Water; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health check-ups

Flu vaccinations

Employee assistance programme

Making Waves Recognition Program

Sick leave and bereavement leave

Mentoring and training opportunities

Job summary

Citycare Water in Dunedin is seeking a dedicated leader for crew management in potable water maintenance. You will guide and mentor field teams to ensure quality, safety, and productivity on-site. Strong planning skills and a proactive health & safety approach are essential, along with a full Class 1 driver's license.

The role involves compliance with water standards and optimizing site operations. Join a supportive culture that values safety, mentorship, and employee well-being from day one.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Potable Water Network Maintenance or similar.
• Experience leading or mentoring small teams, with the ability to influence team members on site.
• A proactive approach to Health & Safety, ensuring risk assessments and safety protocols are strictly followed.
• Strong site-planning skills required to track stock and log job data.
• A full Class 1 driver’s license; Class 2 license is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and coach field teams for quality and productivity.
• Plan site works to minimize reworks and downtime.
• Ensure compliance with potable water standards.

Skills

Potable Water Network Maintenance

Team Leadership

Health & Safety Compliance

Site Planning Skills

Digital Literacy

Job description

About the Job

Crew Leadership: Managing, mentoring, and coaching field teams daily to maximise quality, safety, and productivity

Operational Excellence: Planning site works effectively so crews land on-site with the right gear, minimizing reworks and downtime.

Asset & Compliance: Delivering works that meet potable water and DCC compliance standards.

Plant & Inventory: Ensuring site machinery is serviced, safe, and respected. Overseeing depot stocktakes and material booking.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Proven experience in Potable Water Network Maintenance or similar.
• Experience leading or mentoring small teams, with the ability to influence team members on site.
• A proactive approach to Health & Safety, ensuring risk assessments and safety protocols are strictly followed.
• Strong site-planning skills and digital literacy required to track stock and log job data.
• A full Class 1 driver’s license. Class 2 license is highly desirable.
• Willingness to participate in an on-call escalation roster designed to support field crews during network outside normal hours.

All preferred candidates will be required to complete preemployment checks to the employer’s satisfaction. These checks include but are not limited to, Ministry of Justice criminal conviction report, medical assessment, and drug and alcohol testing.

Benefits

• Perks such as mental health first aiders, regular health check‑ups, flu vaccinations and access to our employee assistance programme.
• Women in Water network provides resources, support and opportunities to thrive as a woman in your career and life in general.
• Employee benefits and discounts via BOOST.
• Making Waves – Reward & Recognition Program: We celebrate team members who truly live our values through our Making Waves program, recognising and rewarding outstanding contributions every quarter.
• You’re covered from your very first day, with bereavement leave and five days’ sick leave available right from the start.
• Our culture values different perspectives and we provide mentorship and training to help all team members succeed and progress in their careers.

We encourage all applicants, regardless of their background or experience, to apply if they feel they are a good fit for the role. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and believes that every member of our team brings unique perspectives and strengths to our company.