Wastewater Operator

4 months ago


Napier, New Zealand Napier City Council Full time

We are seeking a dedicated and driven individual to join our team as a Waste Water Operator. This role is part of the Operations team, responsible for undertaking operational checks, maintenance activities and data collection for water assets, as well as assisting with improvements and upgrade works on these assets.

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the maintenance and operations on around forty wastewater pump stations, around seven stormwater pump stations and the waste water treatment plant.

**Responsibilities will include**
- Checking, maintaining and data collection of approximately 40 wastewater pump stations and assets
- Checking, maintaining and data collection of seven stormwater pump stations
- Checking, maintaining, data collection and operating equipment to treat and process waste water at the Napier Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Communicate with the public in a manner that prompts a friendly and customer oriented image of Napier City Council.
- Ensure plant vehicles and tools are left in a clean and tidy state ready for next use.
- Identify and report serious faults and report promptly to the Team Leader Plant Operations
- Participate and contribute to health and safety continuous improvement initiatives.
- Report all incidents, including near misses, whether or not these incidents involve actual consequences

**Essential requirements are**:

- 2 - 3 years’ secondary schooling
- Full Class 1 drivers licence
- Experience working within the 3 waters and pump maintenance and/or mechanical fitters experience is desirable. Experience working in confined spaces and working at heights is desirable.
- Mechanical ability
- Analytical skills
- Problem solving skills
- Good record keeping skills

**About Us**

Join the dynamic team at Napier City Council, where we pride ourselves on excellence, integrity, and sustainability, while delivering exceptional customer and community service. As one of Napier's most sought-after employers, we offer more than just a job. How about exclusive retail discounts, discounted medical insurance, and a generous 5 weeks of annual leave after just 2 years of service?

At Napier City Council, we play a vital role in Civil Defence emergencies, and that means everyone on our team may be called upon to support the response. It's an opportunity to make a real difference in our community.

Please visit Napier City Council Careers website for a full job description.

Job Description - Waste Water Operator
- Department
- City Services
- Locations
- The Depot
- Employment Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time



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