Operator Maintainer

We are currently seeking an Operator Maintainer to join our team in Rotorua.

The role

TRILITY operate and maintain the Rotorua and Rotoiti Wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, Networks and Forest irrigation/land disposal systems.

We are seeking someone self-motivated and physically fit to undertake the maintenance and operation of the Whakarewarewa forest irrigation system (Land treatment System - LTS). You will be the lead in a team of two who will spend their time divided 70/30 between operating and maintaining the LTS system and supporting the plant and pump station operations.

As an Operator Maintainer you will be responsible for a range of operational and maintenance tasks.

In the forest this involves clearing scrub and fallen trees, maintaining pipework and sprinklers, carrying out operational inspections on mechanical equipment and supervising contractors.

In the plant and pump stations you will be involved in preventative and reactive operational and maintenance activities including participation in the on-call roster and rostered weekend work.

You will have a high sense of 'ownership' for the facilities you work on and will apply yourself to a broad range of tasks reporting to the Operations Team Leader.

This is an opportunity to gain a foothold in the water treatment industry with an established employer.

TRILITY provides courses, qualifications and health and safety training which provides a career pathway for new entrants to the industry.

Responsibilities

• Ensure TRILITY systems for Safety, Quality and Environment are used, and that all activities undertaken on TRILITY sites comply with these.
• Undertake and document maintenance activities (both planned and unplanned) this predominantly involves routine inspections and repairs of pipework/sprinklers and vegetation control in the forest and operating machinery, basic preventative maintenance and response to equipment failures in the wastewater treatment plants and pump stations.
• Monitoring and documentation of plant performance including anticipating equipment failure and taking appropriate action and responding to plant and process alarms
• Organise and supervise contractors delivering maintenance services e.g. Electrical and mechanical trades
• For the wastewater treatment plants and pump stations you will be involved in daily operations related to machinery and process.
• Participation in the on-call roster and rostered weekend work.

What we are looking for

• Being physically fit for working in the forest
• Experience with maintenance and/or machinery
• Be self-driven and motivated to use your initiative to take the lead
• Methodical approach to problem solving
• Have an aptitude for dealing with plant-related problems
• Be a reliable team member and be an effective communicator
• Be able to work independently or as part of a team
• Be able to work as part of an on-call roster
• Have a current New Zealand driver's license
• Certificate III in infrastructure works or water/wastewater operations or a relevant trade will be highly regarded
• Desire to work towards nationally recognised waste water treatment qualifications.
• Reasonable practical experience in the water industry or a related industry will be highly regarded..

Why TRILITY?

TRILITY is an established industry leader, solely dedicated to the delivery of water, wastewater and reuse solutions across New Zealand and Australia's municipal, industrial and resource sectors. This leadership draws on more than 30 years' experience of providing high-quality solutions for our public and private sector clients, including financing, design and construction, operations and maintenance, asset management, utility services, and equipment solutions. Our capabilities span the full life cycle of water, delivering services to millions of people every day.

What we have to offer you

• Great people and a supportive team environment
• A dynamic and positive work culture, where hard work is recognised
• Autonomy and ownership in your role
• Career development opportunities within a growing company
• Wellbeing program including an employee assistance program, health and wellbeing discounts and a free membership to Headspace
• Incentive scheme

To apply

If you are looking for a fast-paced, diverse role, then please submit your application, including a cover letter and resume, via the Seek apply button.

For further information on TRILITY, head to our website 

TRILITY is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer who seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We encourage people from any background/culture, age, gender, sexual orientation, or people with an impairment to apply for this role.