Job description

About the company

Veolia Australia & New Zealand is part of a global environmental services group with more than 170 years of experience delivering solutions across water, waste management, and energy.

Role overview

Veolia is seeking an experienced Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Operator to support the infrastructure network operations team in Queenstown, Otago. The role focuses on keeping network assets and infrastructure running efficiently while helping deliver safe drinking water and reliable wastewater collection and transport.

What is offered

Competitive pay package
Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours worked in a day
Time-and-a-half pay after 40 hours worked in a week
On-call allowances where applicable
Meal allowances where applicable
Supportive, team-oriented work environment
Discounts and benefits with local businesses
Reduced gym membership costs
Employee social club
Opportunities for professional learning and career growth
Stable employment with a well-established, globally recognised 3 waters network organisation
Work that directly supports the community and essential services
Employee assistance program through Assure covering mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching, and career transition support

Key duties

Carry out planned, routine, and breakdown maintenance across reticulation infrastructure and related network assets
Spot issues promptly and escalate them within appropriate timeframes
Perform assigned infrastructure operations tasks
Diagnose faults and complete repairs on assets and infrastructure
Operate excavators, small trucks, and other small plant equipment for repair work
Work collaboratively with internal employees, subcontractors, and temporary labour
Share knowledge and practical skills with others on the team
Take part in the on-call duty operator roster
Follow health and safety, quality assurance, and environmental management requirements in daily work
Comply with occupational health and safety and environmental policy obligations, including attending toolbox talks and health and safety meetings
Adhere to the business management system and quality requirements for drinking water, wastewater treatment, and disposal
Complete any required regulatory and job-specific training

What you need

A combination of education, training, and industry experience
Comfort using computers
Hands-on experience with water mains ranging from 25mm to 550mm
Experience with wastewater infrastructure ranging from 100mm to 550mm
Exposure to the water or wastewater infrastructure sector
Basic understanding of civil construction and heavy equipment use
Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and contractors
Strong problem-solving ability and practical approach to methods and solutions
Relevant industry skills
Physical fitness for the demands of the role
Strong literacy, numeracy, computing, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to develop and sustain positive relationships with clients and contractors
Motivation, enthusiasm, attention to detail, and a strong customer service focus
Self-starter attitude with a results-oriented, team-based mindset
High personal integrity and a positive outlook
Ability to assess and process a wide range of information and form sound judgments
Adaptability in changing situations
Strong analytical ability and commitment to quality work

Eligibility

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or residents, or already hold the right to work in New Zealand with a valid visa.

Equal opportunity

Veolia welcomes applications from Māori and Pasifika, veterans, people with disabilities, mature workers, early-career candidates, members of the LGBTI+ community, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

Additional information

This position is based in Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand and is offered as a full-time onsite role. The role is focused on maintaining safe and reliable 3 waters services for the community.

Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Operator

Where you'll work