Job Description
Full job description
Work closely with operators, regulators, and internal teams to drive compliance, performance, and improvement
Permanent role with regional impact on critical wastewater infrastructure
Petone domiciled position
This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week.
The remuneration range for this role is $108,644 to $153,379 p.a. (including KiwiSaver) depending on skills and experience.
The opportunity
In this senior advisory role, you will provide expert operational and asset management advice to ensure the effective, compliant, and sustainable performance of wastewater treatment plants across the region. You will support continuous improvement, guide investment decisions, and act as a subject matter expert for wastewater processes and assets, working closely with Veolia and internal stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include the following:
Oversee wastewater treatment plant performance and operational risk management
Advise on operational processes, incident investigations, shutdown planning, and compliance matters
Lead asset management and investment planning, asset condition reviews, and performance improvement initiatives
Review, monitor and support capital project planning, renewals, and operational handover activities
Build strong relationships with operators, regulators, councils, and internal delivery teams
About you
To be successful in this role you will bring:
A relevant engineering qualification (chemical, process, environmental) or equivalent practical experience
Strong knowledge of wastewater treatment processes and asset management principles
Experience providing technical and operational advice within complex infrastructure environments
Proven ability to work with contractors and stakeholders to improve performance and compliance
A full New Zealand driver's licence
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:
Flexible working arrangements including up to two days working from home
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, 1 March 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 please apply using your work email.
For further information, email: JoinUs@wellingtonwater.co.nz
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 or eligible to obtain a working visa.
Work closely with operators, regulators, and internal teams to drive compliance, performance, and improvement
Permanent role with regional impact on critical wastewater infrastructure
Petone domiciled position
This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week.
The remuneration range for this role is $108,644 to $153,379 p.a. (including KiwiSaver) depending on skills and experience.
The opportunity
In this senior advisory role, you will provide expert operational and asset management advice to ensure the effective, compliant, and sustainable performance of wastewater treatment plants across the region. You will support continuous improvement, guide investment decisions, and act as a subject matter expert for wastewater processes and assets, working closely with Veolia and internal stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include the following:
Oversee wastewater treatment plant performance and operational risk management
Advise on operational processes, incident investigations, shutdown planning, and compliance matters
Lead asset management and investment planning, asset condition reviews, and performance improvement initiatives
Review, monitor and support capital project planning, renewals, and operational handover activities
Build strong relationships with operators, regulators, councils, and internal delivery teams
About you
To be successful in this role you will bring:
A relevant engineering qualification (chemical, process, environmental) or equivalent practical experience
Strong knowledge of wastewater treatment processes and asset management principles
Experience providing technical and operational advice within complex infrastructure environments
Proven ability to work with contractors and stakeholders to improve performance and compliance
A full New Zealand driver's licence
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:
Flexible working arrangements including up to two days working from home
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, 1 March 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 please apply using your work email.
For further information, email: JoinUs@wellingtonwater.co.nz
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 or eligible to obtain a working visa.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Wastewater Operations and Assets Advisor 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.