Wastewater Pump Station Technician

About Veolia

Veolia Australia & New Zealand is the only global company to provide a full range of environmental services in the fields of water, waste management and energy solutions. With the global expertise gained from serving the environment for more than 170 years, Veolia operates in more than 57 countries around the world, with well over a hundred sites and approximately 6500 employees in Australia & New Zealand.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly capable Wastewater Pump Station Technician to join our Queenstown-based team in this newly established role. In this role, theThe Wastewater Pump Station Technician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of wastewater pump stations and related equipment within the wastewater plant and associated networks. This position ensures the efficient and compliant operation of pump stations to collect and transfer wastewater to treatment facilities.

What's on offer

• Competitive salary
• Time and a half after 8 hours daily,
• Time and a half after 40 hours weekly,
• On call allowances, where applicable,
• Meal allowances, where applicable,
• A great team focused working environment
• Employee benefits at local businesses,
• Reduced gym membership fees,
• Employee social club,
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Stable employment with a reputable, world leading, 3 waters Network focused organisation
• Meaningful work that contributes to the well-being of our community and keeps the cogs of society turning.
• Employee assistance programs (EAP) through assure which covers mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and career transition support

What you'll be responsible for

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs on wastewater pump stations, pumps, motors, valves, piping, controls, and other associated equipment within a plant setting.
• Respond to pump station alarms and troubleshoot issues related to equipment malfunctions or failures.
• Operate pump stations manually or through computerised control systems, adjusting equipment as needed to maintain proper flow levels.
• Collect and record operational data such as pump hours, flow rates, and electrical readings.
• Perform basic electrical and mechanical repairs, including replacing worn parts, lubricating equipment, and cleaning debris.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and operational data in logs or computer systems.
• Assist with the installation of new or replacement pump station equipment as needed.
• Perform grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, and debris removal around pump station sites.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures, including lockout/tagout, confined space entry, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours emergency response.
• Manage, supervise and support subcontractors and suppliers to deliver their work safely, ensure quality standards are achieved, and budgets are controlled.

What you'll need to be successful

Qualifications:

• Mechanical and/or electrical Trade qualification or equivalent
• Combination of education, training and industry experience.
• Computer literacy

Experience:

• Provide hands-on industry experience.
• Exposure to the water and/or process industry and basic understanding of various water infrastructure technologies and processes are preferable.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain working relationships with colleagues and contractors.
• Proven problem solving skills and proposed methodologies.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter and a results-focused team player who possesses a high degree of personal integrity and a positive attitude. They must be capable of assessing and assimilating a wide range of information to effectively consolidate a position or assessment, while demonstrating persistence, confidence in their own judgment, and the ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances. Furthermore, the role requires strong analytical skills and a steadfast focus on the quality of work.

You have associated industry skills, you’re physically fit, and you bring strong literacy, numeracy, computing, communication, and interpersonal skills to the table.. This role requires the ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients and contractors, alongside motivation, enthusiasm, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to excellent customer service.

Why Veolia?

At Veolia Australia and New Zealand, you’ll join a team of over 6500 passionate innovators... and good humans. Our environmental solutions help customers preserve and renew our natural resources, creating a better future for our planet.

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to build your career, and resource the world.

If you can tick most of the boxes and are keen to contribute to Veolia’s ecological transformation, then hit the apply button now!

THIS STEP IS IMPORTANT

To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

At Veolia we value diversity, equality and inclusion, we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from Maori and Pasifika, Veterans, people with disability, mature age and early careers, members of the LGBTI+ community and people from all cultural backgrounds.