Play a key role in keeping our pools safe, sparkling and our facilities running at their best!

Imagine finishing your workday surrounded by mountain views, fresh alpine air and one of New Zealand's most beautiful alpine villages. At Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa, you'll be part of a team responsible for maintaining the high standards of our aquatic treatment systems, pool water quality and wider facilities, while enjoying the unique lifestyle that Hanmer Springs has to offer.

What You'll Be Doing

This is a varied, hands-on role combining specialist pool water treatment responsibilities with general maintenance across our complex.

A key part of your role will be ensuring our pools and aquatic treatment systems operate safely and efficiently, maintaining excellent water quality for our guests. You'll also be involved in the day-to-day maintenance of our buildings, equipment, grounds and facilities, helping keep the entire complex looking great and running smoothly.

You'll be part of a team responsible for:

Operating, monitoring and maintaining our pool water treatment and filtration systems.
Maintaining excellent water quality across our 22 pools, ensuring compliance with relevant health, safety and water quality requirements.
Monitoring and adjusting chemical dosing systems to maintain correct water balance and sanitisation levels.
Conducting regular water testing, recording results and responding to any variations outside required parameters.
Identifying and troubleshooting issues with pumps, filters, dosing equipment and associated plant.
Carrying out preventative maintenance and routine servicing of aquatic treatment equipment.
Undertaking general maintenance and repairs across our buildings, facilities, equipment and grounds.
Assisting with maintenance of pool surrounds, recreational facilities and associated infrastructure.
Supporting the wider Maintenance team to ensure the complex remains safe, clean and operating smoothly.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a practical, technically minded individual who enjoys variety and takes pride in keeping things running as they should.

Ideally, you'll have experience in aquatic water treatment and hold the New Zealand Certificate in Aquatic Treatment Systems (Level 4). However, we're also open to someone with a strong maintenance or mechanical background who has the aptitude and willingness to develop their skills in pool water treatment.

Key Qualifications & Attributes

Ideally hold a New Zealand Certificate in Aquatic Treatment Systems (Level 4) or have relevant experience in commercial pool water treatment.
Understanding of water chemistry, water testing, chemical dosing and filtration processes.
Experience operating or maintaining pumps, filters, dosing equipment and associated plant would be an advantage.
General maintenance skills, with the ability to carry out practical repairs and preventative maintenance.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
A reliable, self-motivated approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Confident using digital monitoring systems and technology, or a willingness to learn.
High attention to detail and a strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
Comfortable undertaking active, physically demanding hands-on work across a varied environment.

Note: While aquatic treatment experience and the Level 4 qualification are preferred, we're willing to invest in training the right person who has the technical ability, practical mindset and enthusiasm to develop in this specialised area.

Why Join Us?

At Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa, you'll be joining a supportive team while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of living and working in one of New Zealand's most stunning alpine destinations.

We Offer:

A fun, friendly and supportive team environment.
A varied role combining specialist pool operations and general maintenance.
Ongoing training and development opportunities, including support towards relevant qualifications.
Staff benefits including free pool access.
An unbeatable lifestyle in beautiful Hanmer Springs.

The Details

This is a full-time position and includes working one weekend day and public holidays as part of a rostered team.