Water Technician
Nau mai haere mai ki ta matou whanau | Welcome to our Fulton Hogan Family**
Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of the opportunities, taking responsibility, having a crack, being accountable and making it happen. We live by our REAL values - Respect, Energy & Effort, Attitude, Leadership - and we demonstrate these through the good work we do, every day, as one team.
We are looking for an experienced Water Technician to join our Contracting Division. In this role, you'll work alongside our established water crews, taking responsibility for the installation of new water mains and the maintenance of existing infrastructure across our network on a day-to-day basis.
**In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, you will also:**- Install new water mains and make the necessary connections
- Connect water services for both commercial and residential properties, including the installation of backflow preventers
- Carry out pipe installation and maintenance, using both small and large plant equipment
- Conduct pressure testing and sterilisation of new mains prior to their connection to existing networks
- Install valves, hydrants, and other associated water main fittings
- Be flexible regarding working hours, as occasional weekend work may be required
- Time and a half after 8 hours per day
- KiwiSaver employer contributions
- Fuel discount card
- Parental leave top-up payment with additional return to work support
- Family scholarships
- Ongoing training and development, career growth and progression opportunities
- Great discounts at a wide range of retailers
- Medical insurance
- Life insurance
At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities, they need to succeed and grow with us.
**We are seeking an individual with the following attributes:**- Holds a Class 2 licence and WTR endorsement
- At least 5 years' experience in Water Infrastructure and Maintenance
- Strong knowledge of water reticulation systems, with demonstrated skills in electrofusion and butt-fusion welding
- Able to interpret and work from technical drawings
- Either possesses, or is actively working towards, a Level 3 Water Qualification (minimum required)
- Communicates effectively with colleagues and management
- Self-motivated, approachable, and works well within a team environment
- Physically fit, prepared to be hands-on and undertake practical tasks
- Displays a proactive, can-do attitude and is capable of troubleshooting on-site
- Solid understanding of site safety and hazard management
- Fully committed to personal safety and the wellbeing of others
**Creating, Connecting and caring for the community**
Our people regularly donate their time to local causes and initiatives, while at a regional and national level we provide financial support, skills, and resources to a wide range of organisations that are strengthening our communities. Our focus aims to also reduce our impact on the environment, and regenerate healthy new ecosystems.We look to partner with others to lift the standards of our industry and show customers lower-impact, sustainable ways of delivering infrastructure.
Learn more about us: Homepage - Fulton Hogan and make an application to join our growing industry.
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All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen prior to employment.
*We celebrate and embrace diversity across our business and are committed to equal employment opportunities.*
*We believe in the value that diversity brings to our team and people who share our REAL values are encouraged to apply.*