Senior Wastewater Operations and Assets Advisorat Wellington Water100,000 - 150,000
Work closely with operators, regulators, and internal teams to drive compliance, performance, and improvementPermanent role with regional impact on critical wastewater infrastructurePetone domiciled positionThis is a full-time position of 40 hours per week.The remuneration range for this role is $108,644 to $153,379 p.a. (including KiwiSaver) depending on skills and experience.The opportunityIn this senior advisory role, you will provide expert operational and asset management advice to ensure the effective, compliant, and sustainable performance of wastewater treatment plants across the region.You will support continuous improvement, guide investment decisions, and act as a subject matter expert for wastewater processes and assets, working closely with Veolia and internal stakeholders.Key responsibilities include:Oversee wastewater treatment plant performance and operational risk managementAdvise on operational processes, incident investigations, shutdown planning, and compliance mattersLead asset management and investment planning, asset condition reviews, and performance improvement initiativesReview, monitor and support capital project planning, renewals, and operational handover activitiesBuild strong relationships with operators, regulators, councils, and internal delivery teamsAbout youTo be successful in this role you will bring:A relevant engineering qualification (chemical, process, environmental) or equivalent practical experienceStrong knowledge of wastewater treatment processes and asset management principlesExperience providing technical and operational advice within complex infrastructure environmentsProven ability to work with contractors and stakeholders to improve performance and complianceA full New Zealand driver's licenceBenefitsAt Wellington Water, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities.
We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.Our benefits include:Flexible working arrangements including up to two days working from homeComprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annuallyFormal and informal professional development opportunitiesFive weeks annual leave accrual will be available following two years of continual serviceFor a full list of our employee benefits click here.About usWellington Water is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa.
Our job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater, and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. We're a multi-council owned entity, tasked to manage the infrastructure and deliver water services to our communities.The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at our organisational heart.Our people are passionate about providing water services for our communities and environment which is reflective in our values; Tangata Tiaki, Whānau and Mana.Applications close on Sunday, 10 May 2026.How to applyTo view a copy of the position description: click here.To apply for the role, click on the 'apply' button or visit the Wellington Water Careers site.
Please note if you are a Wellington Water employee please apply using your work email.For further information, email: JoinUs@wellingtonwater.co.nzApplicants for safety sensitive roles will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Wellington Water.
You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand or eligible to obtain a working visa.