About Veolia
Veolia Australia & New Zealand is the only global company to provide a full range of environmental services in the fields of water, waste management and energy solutions. With the global expertise gained from serving the environment for more than 170 years.
The Opportunity
We currently have a vacancy for a Networks Operators based in Wanaka, who will be responsible for operating and maintaining water, wastewater and stormwater reticulation networks and ensure service delivery demonstrates Veolia’s commitment to continuous improvement, innovation and customer service while meeting performance and key performance indicators and applying health and safety procedures. Training is provided.
As we are looking at developing this role, we are also keen to hear from you, if you have Water Treament Operator experience, along with a Connexis Level 4 Water Treatment Certificate,
What's on offer
- On the job training and career development.
- A great team-working environment.
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Employee share plan where employees have the opportunity to purchase discounted Veolia shares
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Assure which covers mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and career transition support
What you'll be responsible for
Maintenance and repair of the water and wastewater reticulation networks.Installation and repair of water metresRepair of burst water mainsAct as a point of contact for customer requests for service. Appropriately respond to these in a timely manner, assessing and coordinating remedial action if required.Accurately log all reports and jobs, completing the necessary paperwork and filing where requiredParticipate in the development and implementation of Capital Works improvement programsProvide network operations support to the Networks Supervisor and Veolia team undertaking minor repairs, assisting with major repairs and replacing reticulated pipelines.Positively contribute to the district based operations teams by fostering effective working relationships with field, engineering and management staff, client representatives, customers and suppliers.Participation of on-call rosterUndertake such general duties as required for the effective provision of services to the client and customers.What you'll need to be successful
An effective communicator who can interact and relate to staff at all levels of the organisation, and the client / customers.Willing to establish and maintain working relationships with colleagues for a harmonious team environmentA self-starter who can work with a high degree of autonomyPlanning and organisational ability and proven ability to maintain accurate work recordsHigh degree of personal integrity with a good work ethicConfidence in one's own judgement and capabilityCan maintain a stable performance level during periods of pressure and able to quickly adapt to changing circumstancesGood literacy and numeracy skillsWilling to complete further training as requiredComputer literateCurrent full driver's licence (preferably with Class 2)Ideally have pipe welding, electrofusion, plumbing trade, drain layer or construction trade background / experienceAbility and willingness to work out of hours when requiredBasic Understanding of Health and Safety legislation.Preferred :
Wheels, Tracks & Rollers endorsementsTraffic ManagementWorking HeightsConfined SpaceNational Certificate in Water ReticulationConnexis Level 4 Water Treatment CertificateWhy Veolia?
At Veolia Australia and New Zealand, you’ll join a team of over 6000 passionate innovators... and good humans. Our environmental solutions help customers preserve and renew our natural resources, creating a better future for our planet. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to build your career, and resource the world.
Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion
At Veolia we value diversity, equality and inclusion, we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from Maori and Pasifika, Veterans, people with disability, mature age and early careers, members of the LGBTI+ community and people from all cultural backgrounds.
If you are a reliable team player with excellent organisational, communication and customer service skills, we would like to hear from you.
THIS STEP IS IMPORTANT
To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.