Pipelines Serviceperson

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Job type

Full-time
 
Location
Lower Hutt, Wellington
 
Full job description
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Iq9l67Z6tbUdHPbujmX3Xquc7n_YdYNA/view?usp=sharing
Play a key role supporting the region's bulk water pipeline
Innovative work, ongoing training opportunities and challenge
Pomare location
This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week

The remuneration range for this role is $60,000 to $75,000 p.a. (including KiwiSaver) depending on skills and experience.

The opportunity

As a Pipelines Serviceperson you'll assist the major pipe and fabrication team to ensure that the Wellington region’s Bulk Water network is meeting the needs of the region in an environmentally safe and hygienic manner.

It's a very important and big picture focused role, as in this position you will be contributing to the region’s Long-term Council Community Plan (LTCCP), Annual Plan and Service Level Agreements.

You will:-

Undertake works and maintenance on the Bulk Water Assets
Assist with the production of maintenance plans for all equipment
Keep valves and fittings on the Bulk Water Network in serviceable condition
Manage assets wisely by regularly monitoring asset age, condition, and performance
Installation of flowmeters and other network equipment
About you

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

A current, full clean NZ drivers’ licence
NZQA Level 1 Literacy
New Zealand National Certificate in Infrastructure Works (Pipeline construction and Maintenance) Level three or equivalent qualifications
Minimum of two years’ experience of working in construction environments
Sound experience using hand and power tools
Benefits

At Wellington Water, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.

Our benefits include:

Flexible working arrangements
Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annually
Formal and informal professional development opportunities
5 weeks annual leave accrual will be available following 2 years of continual service
For a full list of our employee benefits click here.

About us

Wellington Water is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa. Our job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater, and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. We’re a multi-council owned entity, tasked to manage the infrastructure and deliver water services to our communities.

The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at our organisational heart. Our people are passionate about providing waters services for our communities and environment which is reflective in our values; Tangata Tiaki, Whānau and Mana.

Applications close: Sunday 27th July 2025

How to apply

To view a copy of the position description: click here

To apply for the role, click on the ”apply” button or visit the Wellington Water Careers site, please note if you are a Wellington Water employee please apply using your work email.

For further information, email: JoinUs@wellingtonwater.co.nz

Applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Wellington Water. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand or eligible to obtain a working visa.

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