Waste Water Treatment Operator

Overview

Operate and maintain Napier's wastewater plant for safe, efficient, compliant performance.

Key Responsibilities

• inspections
• data analysis
• alarm response
• plant operation
• monitoring
• mechanical maintenance

Tasks

-Carry out inspections, analyse operational data, and respond to alarms or faults to maintain continuous treatment processes. -Operate, monitor, and maintain Napier’s Wastewater Treatment Plant to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant performance. -Perform hands-on mechanical and basic electrical maintenance to keep systems and equipment running smoothly.

Requirements

• wastewater cert
• level 4
• pumps
• valves
• control systems
• safety-conscious

What You Bring

-Ka Awatea Cultural Wānanga + NCC Kapa Haka -Te Reo Māori language classes -Safety-conscious, physically fit, and detail-oriented, with a strong commitment to quality and compliance. -Hold a National Certificate in Wastewater Treatment (Level 4) or bring equivalent experience in treatment plant operations. -Technically skilled with a good understanding of pumps, valves, and control systems, and comfortable troubleshooting equipment issues.

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Benefits

-5 weeks annual leave after 2 years service -Free flu vaccinations (annual) -Work with an experienced team focused on reliability, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement. -Retailer Discounts + Study assistance -Employee Assistance Program (OCP) -Quarterly values awards + Birthday vouchers + Social club -Discounted Health Insurance Work Scheme + Eye Test Subsidy

About Napier City Council

-Oversees civic services and infrastructure across suburbs like Taradale, Ahuriri, and Onekawa. -Guides urban planning, building consents, and three‑waters systems while maintaining roads, parks, libraries, and recreational facilities. -Supports tourism and community projects, including Aquatic Centre upgrades, Art Deco festivals, and aquarium development. -Provides specialist services such as three‑waters management, environmental health, emergency preparedness, building, and planning control. -Steers major infrastructure programs like road maintenance, water services, and public amenity enhancements across Napier. -Blends municipal management with event support and cultural attractions, shaping Napier as a warm, vibrant regional capital.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-pre-employment checks including drug testing and possibly health screening.