Water Treatment Technician — Fixed-Term Plant & SCADA Ops

Tauranga; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tauranga City Council is seeking a Water Treatment Technician to join the Waters Division on a full-time fixed-term basis until March 2027. You will operate and monitor three water treatment plants and pump stations, ensuring safe, high-quality drinking water for the community.

You'll bring hands-on technical experience, problem-solving skills, and a proactive attitude. The role requires a current driver’s licence, strong safety focus, and the ability to work collaboratively with a practical,

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical, mechanical, electrical, industrial or trade environment.
• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding abilities.
• An understanding of automation, instrumentation or process control systems.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work independently.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• A strong commitment to health and safety.
• A current full driver's licence.
• A willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the water treatment plants and pump stations.
• Support the team with day-to-day operations and maintenance across the water treatment plants.
• Monitor SCADA to operate and respond to operational alarms and breakdowns.
• Calibrate and maintain analysers, instrumentation and other related equipment.
• Maintain accurate operational records and support regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to projects and improvements that enhance efficiency, reliability and quality of water treatment systems.
• Work with the team to deliver safe, reliable drinking water to the community.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Health and safety

Tools

SCADA

Job description

Tauranga City Council is seeking a Water Treatment Technician to join the Waters Division on a full-time fixed-term basis until March 2027. You will operate and monitor three water treatment plants and pump stations, ensuring safe, high-quality drinking water for the community.

You'll bring hands-on technical experience, problem-solving skills, and a proactive attitude. The role requires a current driver’s licence, strong safety focus, and the ability to work collaboratively with a practical,