Environmental Technician at Watercare Services Limited

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Air Quality Monitoring, Instrumentation Installation, Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Data Validation, Scientific Monitoring, Regulatory Decisions, Calibration, System Upgrades, Commissioning, Technical Expertise, Record Keeping, Quality Management Systems, Safety, Sustainability, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Utilities

Description

He kōrero mō mātou | About Watercare Ki te ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora te tangata When the water is healthy, the land and the people are healthy Now is an exciting time to join Watercare, we're planning to spend $14 billion over the next 10 years to ensure we can continue to support our growing city in a climate-resilient way. When you average that out, that's an investment of $3.8 million every day! He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi | About the Role Are you interested in a career in air quality monitoring, alongside a dynamic team recognised for excellence in environmental monitoring? Watercare is seeking a motivated early-career professional to join us as a Field Service Technician – Air Quality, where you will contribute to environmental monitoring projects that safeguard the health of our communities and environment. You will be hands-on with cutting-edge air quality monitoring instrumentation—installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting data validation. Around 60–70% of your time will be in the field, travelling across New Zealand (3 to 4 overnight stays per month), working with experts and smart tech. As part of our Air Quality team, you will play a vital role in scientific monitoring and protecting ambient air quality throughout Aotearoa. Your work will directly inform regulatory decisions and support industry best practices, ensuring our air remains clean and communities thrive. Key Responsibilities Install, calibrate, and maintain state-of-the-art air quality monitoring instrumentation and software. Diagnose and resolve equipment issues, support system upgrades, and contribute to the commissioning of modern technology. Engage with customers and deliver professional on-site support and technical expertise. Maintain meticulous records and adhere to rigorous quality management systems (e.g., ISO 17025). Champion safety, sustainability, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Ngā pūkenga e rapu nei mātou | About You You are motivated and passionate about making a tangible difference in environmental air quality. With a practical mindset and unwavering attention to detail, you are ready to embrace challenges and grow your technical expertise in a collaborative environment. Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline. Excellent computer literacy and effective communication skills. Full New Zealand driver’s licence with a willingness to travel 3 to 4 days per month (including overnight stays) across the country. Familiarity with environmental monitoring or laboratory quality systems is advantageous, but not necessary. Join us and take the next step in your professional journey—develop your skills, work with innovative technology, and help shape a cleaner, healthier future for Aotearoa. Ngā hua mōu | What's in it for you We offer a competitive salary and staff benefits package including: • Training and development opportunities • Life and income protection insurance plans • Generous parental leave • Employee discounts at a range of large retailers Me pēhea te tono mai | How to Apply Come and join our team! If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity with a fantastic team then please apply online today - careers.watercare.co.nz.

Responsibilities

The role involves installing, calibrating, and maintaining state-of-the-art air quality monitoring instrumentation and software, while also diagnosing equipment issues and supporting system upgrades. Responsibilities include engaging with customers to deliver professional on-site support and maintaining meticulous records adhering to quality management systems.