Trainee Maintenance Controller at Watercare Services Limited

Māngere-Ōtāhuhu, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Trade Qualification, Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, Technical Experience, Plant Operations, Maintenance Planning, Coordination, Asset Management, Budgeting, Compliance, Troubleshooting, Contract Management, Problem-Solving, Driving License

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! At Watercare, we manage the water and wastewater services for Auckland, supporting the health of our people, environment, and city. We’re looking for a Trainee Maintenance Controller to join us in a permanent, full-time role, starting with a two-year, hands-on development programme designed to build the next generation of skilled maintenance and asset management professionals. This role is ideal for someone with a trade qualification, diploma, or degree in electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, or mechatronics, who wants to grow beyond the tools and into planning, coordination, and asset management. About the role As a Trainee Maintenance Controller, you’ll join Watercare in a permanent position, with your first two years focused on structured learning and development. You’ll rotate across key Watercare sites including Rosedale, Huia, Māngere, and Ardmore, working alongside experienced Maintenance Controllers and Operations teams. Over the two-year programme, you’ll develop the skills to: Support treatment plant performance and reliability Learn how maintenance work is planned, prioritised, and delivered Coordinate contractors and internal teams Understand asset condition, risk, and lifecycle costs Build capability in maintenance systems, budgeting, and compliance On successful completion of the programme, you’ll be well positioned to progress into ongoing maintenance or asset-related roles within Watercare. What you’ll be doing With support and supervision, you will: Assist with monitoring treatment plant performance and troubleshooting issues Learn to coordinate contractors and observe contract delivery Support planned maintenance programmes and work order completion Use maintenance management systems and learn asset criticality concepts Participate in team meetings and contribute to a “one team” culture Observe and assist with maintenance budgeting and cost tracking Complete a range of technical, safety, and professional development training What you’ll bring You’ll likely have: A relevant trade qualification, diploma, or certificate in electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, or mechatronics Some hands-on experience in a technical, plant, manufacturing, or industrial environment An interest in water, wastewater, or critical infrastructure Good numerical and problem-solving ability A genuine desire to learn, ask questions, and grow A full, clean drivers licence and a willingness to commute throughout Auckland. Bonus points if you have: Experience in a plant or manufacturing environment Exposure to budgets, systems, or contractor coordination What we offer A permanent, full-time role with long-term career pathways at Watercare A two-year structured trainee programme with clear development milestones Rotations across major Watercare treatment sites Industry-recognised training (including Water NZ digital badges and safety certifications) Mentoring from experienced maintenance and operations professionals A supportive, values-driven organisation committed to safety, learning, and inclusion 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 Trainee Maintenance Controller will assist with monitoring treatment plant performance, troubleshooting issues, and supporting planned maintenance programs under supervision. They will also learn to coordinate contractors, use maintenance management systems, and participate in team activities.