Job Description
Full job description
Do you have a mechanical or electrical aptitude?
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Work across four treatment plants located within the Greater Wellington Region
This is a permanent, full-time position of 40 hours per week with a remuneration range between $78,170 to $105,760 (including KiwiSaver). Appointment remuneration will be dependent on qualification and practical experience.
The opportunity
As an Operations Technician you will carry out the day-to-day operations that result in the production and delivery of safe drinking water. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to continue learning, training and develop a career in the progressive water sector. You will be supported by a great team who are passionate about what they do and work across a variety of treatment plants and learn about different treatment methodologies. To enable you to travel across sites you will have access to a work vehicle.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have the following:
Ideally experience in treatment plant operations or similar industry
Exposure to working on an on-call roster or shift basis
Working history in a collective and collaborative environment
An ability to be adaptable to varying tasks and priorities
The aptitude and interest in gaining additional qualifications (mandatory for National Certificate in water treatment).
A full New Zealand driver's licence
It would be advantageous to have a National Certificate in water treatment, National Diploma in water treatment or mechanical / electrical trade experience.
Benefits
At Wellington Water, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.
Our benefits include the following:
Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annually
Formal and informal professional development opportunities
Five weeks annual leave accrual will be available following two years of continual service
For a full list of our employee benefits: click here.
About us
Wellington Water is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa. Our job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater, and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. We're a multi-council owned entity, tasked to manage the infrastructure and deliver water services to our communities.
The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at our organisational heart. Our people are passionate about providing waters services for our communities and environment which is reflective in our values; Tangata Tiaki, Whanau and Mana.
Applications close: Sunday, 4 January 2026
How to apply
To view a copy of the position description: click here.
To apply for the role, click on the 'apply' button or visit the Wellington Water Careers site, please note if you are a Wellington Water employee you need to apply using your work email.
For further information, email: [email protected]
Applicants for safety sensitive roles will be required to undergo drug and ******* testing prior to commencing employment with Wellington Water. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand.
Do you have a mechanical or electrical aptitude?
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Work across four treatment plants located within the Greater Wellington Region
This is a permanent, full-time position of 40 hours per week with a remuneration range between $78,170 to $105,760 (including KiwiSaver). Appointment remuneration will be dependent on qualification and practical experience.
The opportunity
As an Operations Technician you will carry out the day-to-day operations that result in the production and delivery of safe drinking water. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to continue learning, training and develop a career in the progressive water sector. You will be supported by a great team who are passionate about what they do and work across a variety of treatment plants and learn about different treatment methodologies. To enable you to travel across sites you will have access to a work vehicle.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have the following:
Ideally experience in treatment plant operations or similar industry
Exposure to working on an on-call roster or shift basis
Working history in a collective and collaborative environment
An ability to be adaptable to varying tasks and priorities
The aptitude and interest in gaining additional qualifications (mandatory for National Certificate in water treatment).
A full New Zealand driver's licence
It would be advantageous to have a National Certificate in water treatment, National Diploma in water treatment or mechanical / electrical trade experience.
Benefits
At Wellington Water, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.
Our benefits include the following:
Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annually
Formal and informal professional development opportunities
Five weeks annual leave accrual will be available following two years of continual service
For a full list of our employee benefits: click here.
About us
Wellington Water is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa. Our job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater, and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. We're a multi-council owned entity, tasked to manage the infrastructure and deliver water services to our communities.
The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at our organisational heart. Our people are passionate about providing waters services for our communities and environment which is reflective in our values; Tangata Tiaki, Whanau and Mana.
Applications close: Sunday, 4 January 2026
How to apply
To view a copy of the position description: click here.
To apply for the role, click on the 'apply' button or visit the Wellington Water Careers site, please note if you are a Wellington Water employee you need to apply using your work email.
For further information, email: [email protected]
Applicants for safety sensitive roles will be required to undergo drug and ******* testing prior to commencing employment with Wellington Water. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Operations Technician Wellington position is now open for candidates interested in the Operator & Technician Jobs sector. This role in Wellington offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Operator & Technician Jobs is a plus.
