Serviceperson Drainage - Rongotai

Are you looking for a hands-on role where you can make a real difference to your community? Tiaki Wai is seeking a motivated and reliable Serviceperson Drainage to help maintain and improve the region's wastewater and stormwater networks. This is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in the infrastructure industry while working alongside an experienced and supportive team.

The opportunity

What you'll be doing

• Maintaining and repairing drainage and stormwater infrastructure
• Installing, unblocking and repairing drainage pipes, mains, valves and connections
• Setting and repairing manhole covers and frames
• Operating CCTV equipment, jetting and root-cutting equipment
• Using small plant and machinery, including excavators in safe environments
• Responding to drainage overflows and emergency situations
• Participating in the standby roster and callout duties
• Communicating professionally with customers and stakeholders
• Working safely while following environmental and quality standards
• What's in it for you?
• Permanent, stable employment
• A career in the water industry, with ongoing training, development and support to gain industry-recognised qualifications and certifications
• A supportive team environment that values collaboration and continuous improvement
• The opportunity to earn extra income through overtime and on-call work
• A commitment to your health, safety and wellbeing
• Meaningful work that helps keep essential community services running every day
• About you

To be successful in this role, you will bring

Reliability and a hard-working attitude

A full Class 1 licence (minimum), with the ability to gain your WTR and Class 2 licences

Experience in the water industry or civil/construction industry, with the ability to use hand tools, small plant and machinery

The ability to use technology, such as an iPad or tablet, to record information

An understanding of and commitment to workplace health and safety

First Aid, Confined Spaces or Working at Height certificates (beneficial)

The flexibility to work overtime and participate in a roster that includes shift work and on-call duties

* A willingness to complete further studies and work towards the Connexis Infrastructure Works qualification

About us

Tiaki Wai works in partnership with Fulton Hogan through an Alliance. The Alliance outcomes are delivered through a combined workforce between Tiaki Wai and Fulton Hogan, enabling shared resourcing and innovative solutions for the region's water networks.

Tiaki Wai manages extensive publicly owned water infrastructure and oversees the delivery of safe and reliable services for our communities. We focus on long-term investment, asset management, maintenance and delivering major infrastructure projects that support public health, environmental protection and regional growth. As a council-owned organisation, we are responsible for managing the delivery of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services across Hutt Valley, Porirua and Wellington.

Water is a precious taonga. At Tiaki Wai, we put care into every drop and are guided by our values of Integrity, Care, and Leadership. We work directly with water consumers and in partnership with councils and mana whenua to deliver better water outcomes for current and future generations.

We offer a career pathway, with placement and applicable rates based on your existing skills, experience and qualifications.

View the Serviceperson Drainage position description.

Applications close 11 November 2026. We will be reviewing and progressing applications as they're received, so don't delay - apply today!

How to apply

To apply for the role, click here or visit the Tiaki Wai Careers site. You will be asked to upload a CV and cover letter and answer a few short questions about your skills and experience.

All applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including Ministry of Justice (MOJ), NZTA and ACC checks, as well as a pre-employment medical that includes drug and alcohol testing, before commencing employment. You must also be legally entitled to work in New Zealand on a long-term basis.