Dam Technician

He kōrero mō mātou | About Watercare

Ki te ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora te tangata
When the water is healthy, the land and the people are healthy

Now is an exciting time to join Watercare, we're planning to spend $14 billion over the next 10 years to ensure we can continue to support our growing city in a climate-resilient way. When you average that out, that's an investment of $3.8 million every day!

He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi | About the role

Looking for a role where you can be outdoors, work with purpose, and play a part in supporting Auckland’s water supply? This is your opportunity.

As a Dam Technician, you’ll spend your time out in some of the region’s most impressive natural environments, working on and around dams. This is a hands-on role where your confidence in outdoor settings and around water, combined with your technical skills, will help you succeed.

In this role, you will:

• Operate and maintain critical headworks structures to ensure they remain safe and reliable
• Play a key part in keeping our water supply systems running smoothly through clear communication and operational support
• Help maintain our hydrological network, ensuring it meets performance standards and supports informed decision-making

This is a role where no two days are the same, and where your work directly contributes to something essential for Aucklanders.

Ngā pūkenga e rapu nei mātou | About you

We’re looking for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in practical, hands-on work, and feels confident working in and around water environments.

You’ll bring:

• A relevant technical qualification (or equivalent practical experience)
• A current full New Zealand driver’s licence
• Ideally, a tertiary qualification in Engineering or Science (helpful, but not essential)
• Experience working in a similar environment, with a strong focus on safety around water
• Confidence using computer-based systems and databases
  

You’ll also be:

• A strong problem solver who can think on your feet
• Comfortable working independently, while also contributing to a supportive, close-knit team
• Reliable, practical, and motivated to deliver high-quality work

Ngā hua mōu | What's in it for you

We offer a competitive salary and staff benefits package including:
• Training and development opportunities
• Life and income protection insurance plans
• Generous parental leave
• Employee discounts at a range of large retailers

Me pēhea te tono mai | How to Apply

Come and join our team! If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity with a fantastic team then please apply online today - careers.watercare.co.nz.