Water Technician - Hands-On Ops & Career Growth

Fulton Hogan; Omahu; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Medical insurance after eligibility

KiwiSaver employer contributions after

Job summary

Fulton Hogan Hastings is seeking an experienced Water Technician to join our Hastings team. This hands-on role delivers, maintains, and operates essential water infrastructure across the network, performing repairs, responding to faults, supporting planned maintenance, and ensuring water services are safe and reliable.

You'll work with a solid crew, have a commitment to safety, and contribute to community outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum full Class 2 licence.
• Level 3 or 4 Water qualification.
• Experience in 3 Waters maintenance.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-focused approach.
• Commitment to safety and carrying out a hands-on outdoor role.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs and maintenance on water mains, service lines, hydrants, tobies, and related assets.
• Complete residential and commercial connections, including backflow preventer installation.
• Support pipe installation, maintenance, pressure testing, and sterilisation of new mains before connection to the network.
• Install valves, hydrants, and associated fittings to a high standard.
• Work flexibly across planned and reactive maintenance, with overtime and weekend work when needed.

Skills

Water infrastructure experience

Strong communication skills

Safety-focused

Education

Level 3 or 4 Water qualification

Tools

PE pipe work

Pipe welding

Job description

Fulton Hogan Hastings is seeking an experienced Water Technician to join our Hastings team. This hands-on role delivers, maintains, and operates essential water infrastructure across the network, performing repairs, responding to faults, supporting planned maintenance, and ensuring water services are safe and reliable.

You'll work with a solid crew, have a commitment to safety, and contribute to community outcomes.