We're on the lookout for a committed and ambitious team member to join us as a Waste Water Operator. As a vital part of our City Services team, you'll oversee essential operational checks, maintenance tasks, and data collection for our water assets. Your role will also involve contributing to enhancements and upgrades across these critical assets.

In this position, you'll play a key role in maintaining and operating approximately 50 wastewater pump stations, around 8 stormwater pump stations, and our wastewater treatment plant.

Te Āheinga - The Opportunity

• Checking, maintaining and data collection of approximately 50 wastewater pump stations and assets
• Checking, maintaining and data collection of 8 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

He kōrero mōhou - About You

• 2 – 3 years’ secondary schooling
• National certificate in Wastewater Treatment (Level 4) and/or a minimum of 3 years operational experience with process plants and/or water industry
• Full Class 1 drivers licence
• Mechanical ability
• Analytical skills
• Problem solving skills
• Good record keeping skills

Ngā painga mōhou - What we Offer

• 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years service
• Discounted Health Insurance Work Scheme + Eye Test Subsidy
• Retailer Discounts + Study assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (OCP)
• Quarterly values awards + Birthday vouchers + Social club
• Free flu vaccinations (annual)
• Ka Awatea Cultural Wānanga + NCC Kapa Haka
• Te Reo Māori language classes

This is a permanent, full time opportunity working 42.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Must be available for immediate start

This role is based out of our Depot, in Onekawa Napier. We will be interviewing applications as we receive them and may close the role when we have found the right person.

He kōrero mō Te Kaunihera o Ahuriri - About NCC

At Napier City Council, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and work to make our hiring process fair and accessible. If you need any support or adjustments during your application or interview, let us know—we’re happy to help!

Part of our success is shaped by our ability to foster strong, enduring relationships between NCC, Mana Whenua, and Iwi. Our Māori Partnerships team - Te Waka Rangapū – enhance our cultural capability and awareness through education, training, and resources to strengthen cultural competencies.

Before joining our team, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including drug testing for a safe workplace. Some roles may also require health screening.

As part of holding a role with Napier City Council, you may be called on to assist in Civil Defence emergencies—an opportunity to support our community when it matters most.

Please visit Napier City Council Careers website to see full job description

Job Description - Waste Water Operator

Hourly range - $28.96 - $33.89