Do you have a keen eye for details and enjoy getting things done?
We are looking for someone passionate about delivering high quality service who is able to assist the Waste Water Team to meet its internal and external compliance and reporting obligations.
This role is varied and will require the successful person to be able to operate and maintain our wastewater pump stations, operate the rural wastewater schemes and treatment plants, conduct necessary resource consent sampling and compliance monitoring. Evaluate problems and take necessary steps to remedy.
To be successful in this role you will need the following attributes:
A current, clean drivers licence
Computer data entry skills
Proven ability to follow procedures for maintenance programme
Perform well under pressure
Understand data and be able to draw appropriate conclusions
Comply with all safe work procedures, policies and instructions
Able to work weekends and participate in an on-call roster
Support and participate in Emergency Management for the wider Council when required
Being a team player is essential as you'll work closely with all the other members of the Three Waters team and at times you will supervise and work with contractors external to the Whanganui District Council. You will be a hands-on person not afraid to get your hands dirty, with experience in the maintenance and operation of wastewater pump stations.
If you are a hard-working individual who enjoys a challenge, is an above average communicator and eager to provide excellent customer service we want to hear from you.
If you would like to know more about this opportunity please contact Tony Hooper on [email protected]
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may occur before the advertised closing date. As a result, this position may be filled and closed earlier than expected. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Please note: only applications submitted via Whanganui District Council's careers page will be accepted.
Interested? Please review the position description and apply via our careers site without delay: https://whanganuidc.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Vacancies
Reference code 6940520
Please note, only applications submitted via our careers page can be considered.
Applications close 03 November 2026