Help deliver exceptional aquatic experiences at Napier Aquatic Centre, where you'll play a key role in ensuring our facilities, plant and equipment are safe, reliable, and operating at their very best. Combining technical expertise with a proactive, hands-on approach, you'll maintain outstanding water quality, support compliance requirements, and contribute to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Based at Napier Aquatic Centre, you'll work across a diverse range of equipment and systems, carrying out preventative maintenance, troubleshooting technical issues, and coordinating repairs to keep operations running smoothly. From water treatment and asset management to contractor coordination and continuous improvement initiatives, you'll take pride in delivering practical solutions that minimise downtime and help ensure Napier Aquatic Centre remains safe, welcoming, and fit for purpose for our community.

Te Āheinga - The Opportunity

• Help keep Napier Aquatic Centre operating at its best through exceptional water quality and plant management.

• Proactively troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to ensure the reliable operation of pools, plant, and equipment.

• Deliver preventative maintenance that supports reliable, efficient day-to-day operations.

• Work closely with contractors and colleagues to achieve high-quality maintenance outcomes.

• Champion safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across all facility operations.

• Play a key role in creating a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable experience for every visitor to Napier Aquatic Centre

He kōrero mōhou - About You

• Proven experience operating and maintaining aquatic facilities, ensuring safe, reliable, and high-quality pool operations.

• Strong technical expertise in pool water treatment, water quality management, and plant equipment maintenance.

• Recognized aquatic industry qualifications, including NZ Certificate in Aquatics (Aquatic Treatment) Level 4 or equivalent.

• A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the ability to identify issues, troubleshoot faults, and implement effective maintenance solutions.

• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and support a high-performing team.

• A genuine commitment to health, safety, and customer experience, creating a safe and welcoming environment for staff and visitors.

Ngā painga mōhou - What we Offer

• Employee Assistance Program (OCP)

• Quarterly values awards + Social club

• Free flu vaccinations (annual)

• Ka Awatea Cultural Wānanga + NCC Kapa Haka

• Te Reo Māori language classes

This is a fixed-term, full-time working opportunity, working Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, with some flexibility for the right candidate. The role also includes an on-call roster of one weekend in every three.

The annual salary package for this role is $66,223 to $74,013 (including KiwiSaver), with the final offer dependent on your skills and experience.

We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may close this advertisement once the right candidate has been appointed, so we encourage you to apply early.

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 – NAC - Plant & Asset Maintenance Technician