Vacancy: Senior Water Technician

Whangarei District Council

Do you want to work with state of the art Water Treatment Plants? Do you want to be part of a team with a passion for water and who have vast experience in this area? Are you looking for the next step in your career? We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Water Treatment Technician looking to further their career and take a senior technical role within our dedicated water treatment team.

Whangarei District Council operates seven A-graded Water Treatment Plants including New Zealand's first ion exchange plant for water treatment. All plants are controlled by SCADA systems.

To be successful in this role, you will have:
◾Thorough understanding of the Drinking-Water Standards for New Zealand 2005 (Revised 2008)
◾A hands-on approach to problem solving
◾Computer literacy including familiarity with SCADA
◾Commitment to Health and Safety
◾Ability to manage small projects and site works
◾Commitment to continual learning and development
◾At least 5 years Water Treatment Plant operational experience
◾Ability to work as part of a busy team
◾A keenness to mentor other staff with your technical knowledge
◾National Certificate in Water Treatment is essential, however a National Diploma would be preferred.

Our employment package includes a competitive salary, along with other benefits including excellent support for ongoing learning. This position will provide the successful applicant with the chance to continuously develop within a forward thinking organisation.

Whangarei is emerging as a cosmopolitan centre with a community and business hub that supports a diversity of residents and visitors. The district's extensive coastline boasts some of the most exquisite beaches and isolated island hideaways, while the wide-reaching farmlands extend into small rural settlements. When combined with the demands of urban growth the variety of our work at Council keeps us challenged and keen for more.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Human Resources team on: (09) 430 4200 or 0800 932 463.

Applications Close: 06 Mar 2017