Water Serviceperson at Downer Group

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Water Reticulation Maintenance, Fault-finding, Problem-solving, Field Reporting, Customer Service, Emergency Response, Safety Management, Infrastructure Maintenance

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity We’re seeking a Water Serviceperson to support operations and maintenance across local water networks. This role is hands-on, varied and focused on keeping critical infrastructure operating safely and reliably. You’ll respond to network faults, complete routine maintenance and reinstatement works and engage directly with customers and stakeholders. You’ll also take part in a standby and call-out roster and support incident and emergency response as required. Working closely with your supervisor, team members, subcontractors and council representatives, you’ll ensure work is completed to contract requirements and Downer standard operating procedures. Accurate field reporting, strong communication and a commitment to Zero Harm are essential parts of the role. This position suits someone who enjoys practical work, takes ownership of outcomes and values teamwork, safety and service delivery. Mōu koe | About You You will bring: * Experience maintaining urban and rural water reticulation networks * Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills * Confidence dealing with the public and responding to service requests * Ability to accurately complete field reporting using mobile devices * A safety-first mindset aligned with Zero Harm * Full Class 1 licence (Class 2, RTW, traffic management and confined spaces training an advantage) You’re self-motivated, reliable and comfortable working in a field-based role that supports the community. Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople. Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone. Me pēhea ki te tono | How to Apply If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please submit your application online via the advertisement – email applications will not be accepted.

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Responsibilities

Support operations and maintenance of local water networks by responding to faults and completing routine reinstatement works. Ensure all tasks are completed according to contract requirements and safety procedures while engaging with customers and stakeholders.