Join Napier City Council and start your career in a role that literally keeps our city flowing! As a Water Supply Serviceperson – Trainee, you’ll be at the heart of Napier’s water network, helping to maintain, repair, and upgrade the infrastructure that delivers safe drinking water to homes and businesses every day. You’ll gain practical, hands-on experience while learning from a skilled team, responding to customer service requests and emergency callouts, and contributing to projects that make a real difference. This is more than a job – it’s a chance to build a career in an essential service while enjoying varied days at work and working alongside a supportive and skilled team.

Te Āheinga - The Opportunity

• Gain hands-on experience across maintenance, repair, construction, and operational activities.

• Learn to operate water reticulation systems, plant, vehicles, and tools safely.

• Respond to service requests and emergency callouts, helping keep Napier’s water supply reliable.

• Contribute to new capital works and infrastructure upgrades.

He kōrero mōhou - About You

• Motivated to work towards a National Certificate in Utilities Maintenance or equivalent.

• Flexible, reliable, and safety-focused, with strong attention to detail.

• A team player who can also work independently and show initiative.

• Good communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.

• Hold a full (or restricted) driver’s licence; motivated to develop technical skills.

• Previous experience in construction, civil works, or water infrastructure is desirable.

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 role working 42.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday. You’ll be based out of Napier City Council’s operational depot in Onekawa, but spend much of your time working on the network across the city.  

The hourly rate for this role is between $27.81-$30.18 (plus KiwiSaver if eligible), with the final offer depending on your skills and experience.

Applications for this role close on 20 March 2026, however due to the highly competitive employment market we will be interviewing applications as we receive them and may close the role when we have found the right person. Please do not delay in making your application.

Kia mōhio mai - Please note

Napier City Council is moving toward a joint regional water entity under the Local Water Done Well reform. This means future changes to how water services are governed and delivered are likely, including potential shifts in organisational structure, reporting lines, and regional collaboration. Applicants should be comfortable working in a dynamic environment and open to evolving responsibilities as part of a larger, regional approach to water management.

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!

Our success is grounded in strong partnerships with Mana Whenua and Iwi, supported by our Māori Partnerships team, Te Waka Rangapū, which builds cultural capability through education and training.

Before you join, you’ll need to complete pre-employment checks (including criminal background checks, with some roles requiring health screening and drug & alcohol testing). As an NCC employee, you may also be called on to support Civil Defence emergencies when our community needs us most.

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

Job Description – Water Supply Serviceperson Trainee