Drainage roles in the Hutt (Wastewater and Stormwater) at Fulton Hogan

Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Drainage Network Maintenance, Wastewater Management, Stormwater Management, Pipeline Repair, Plant and Machinery Operation, Digital Record Keeping, Driving, Health and Safety Compliance

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

We offer a career pathway to be upskilled or to become qualified The ability for extra earning through overtime and on call work Based out of our Pomare Depot with work primarily around Hutt Valley The opportunity You will assist with the day-to-day operation of the drainage network, ensuring a continual drainage service with minimal interruptions. You will work on both the wastewater and stormwater networks to: Ensure a free-flowing wastewater and stormwater piped network Minimise sewage overflow and pipeline infiltration Install new connections, complete network repairs, and clear blockages Inspect and provide routine maintenance of problem areas within the drainage system Construct and adjust manholes and pipelines What’s in it for you? A career in the water industry! We offer ongoing training, development, and support to gain industry recognised qualifications/ certifications Company benefits (either Fulton Hogan or Wellington Water) The ability for extra earning through overtime work A commitment to your health, safety, and wellbeing A busy, challenging, and fulfilling job making an impact for generations to come About you You will ideally hold experience working independently on a range of basic repairs across the drainage network as well as: Experience operating small plant and machinery The ability to use technology (i.e. iPad or tablet) to record information A full, clean driver’s licence is a must! Class 2, W,T,R advantageous An understanding and commitment to health and safety in the workplace You are reliable, and bring hard-working attitude The flexibility to work on an on-call roster or overtime About us Wellington Water works in partnership with Fulton Hogan (an Alliance) to improve three water services across the Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa Regions. The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at Wellington Waters heart. Our people are passionate about providing waters services for our communities and environment. The Alliance outcomes are delivered through a combined workforce between Wellington Water and Fulton Hogan, which enables shared resourcing and innovative solutions for the regions water networks. From 1 July 2026, a new chapter in water services begins. Tiaki Wai will take over responsibility for providing Three Waters Services to approximately 433,000 residents across the Wellington metro regions. Tiaki Wai will own the water assets it operates giving it greater independence to manage and improve water services for current and future communities. We have a career pathway - placement and applicable rates are based on your existing skills, experience and qualifications. Applications close: 28 May 2026. We will be reviewing and progressing applications as they’re received, so don’t delay – apply today! How to apply: use this link to be directed to Wellington Water Career site to make your application. You will be asked to upload a CV, cover letter, and answer a few short questions about your skills and experience. All applicants will be required to undergo Pre employment checks: MOJ, NZTA, ACC and Pre employment medical including drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand. We are driven by fresh ideas and opportunities. We aim to do more and do better – for our people, our communities and the countries that we work in. As an employer, we know this relationship is a two-way street. We’re always looking for people who are passionate about the work they do. If that’s you, we’d like to invite you to become part of our family and join us in the good work we do.

Responsibilities

Maintain the wastewater and stormwater piped networks to ensure free-flowing service and minimize overflows. Responsibilities include installing connections, repairing pipelines, clearing blockages, and constructing manholes.