Digital Cloud and Infrastructure Engineer
Watercare Services Limited
Date: 1 day ago
City: Auckland, Auckland
Contract type: Full time
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
Watercare is the largest water and wastewater utility in New Zealand, supplying more than 400 million litres of water to Auckland every day. Now is an exciting time to join Watercare - we're investing $14 billion over the next 10 years to support our growing city in a sustainable and climate-resilient way. That equates to $3.8 million of investment every day! Sustainability is central to everything we do - whether it's reducing our carbon footprint, optimising our assets, or building a resilient future. We're proud to be an organisation driven by purpose, innovation, and making a lasting difference for Aucklanders.
He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi | About the role
We're looking for a passionate and experienced Cloud & Infrastructure Engineer to join our Digital team, based in our Newmarket office. In this role, you'll support the performance, security and resilience of Watercare's infrastructure across both on-premises and cloud environments. You'll be hands-on with technologies such as HyperV, HCI, Azure, AWS, and Microsoft 365, helping to maintain and optimise our hybrid infrastructure. You'll contribute to key infrastructure projects, drive automation, support a strong operational framework, and be part of a collaborative team that delivers high-quality IT services across the business. This role is critical in enabling the stability, scalability and security of Watercare's systems and services.
This is a great opportunity to expand your cloud and infrastructure expertise in a forward-thinking, purpose-driven organisation.
Ngā pūkenga e rapu nei mātou | About you
We're after someone who is technically capable, proactive, and solution-focused. You're comfortable managing both physical and cloud infrastructure and thrive in collaborative, agile environments.
You Will Ideally Bring
Benefits
At Watercare, you'll be part of a supportive and innovative Digital team that values your growth and contribution. Our benefits include:
If you're ready to bring your cloud and infrastructure skills to a purpose-driven organisation making a difference for Tāmaki Makaurau, apply online today at www.careers.watercare.co.nz. Join us in shaping the future of digital infrastructure at 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
Watercare is the largest water and wastewater utility in New Zealand, supplying more than 400 million litres of water to Auckland every day. Now is an exciting time to join Watercare - we're investing $14 billion over the next 10 years to support our growing city in a sustainable and climate-resilient way. That equates to $3.8 million of investment every day! Sustainability is central to everything we do - whether it's reducing our carbon footprint, optimising our assets, or building a resilient future. We're proud to be an organisation driven by purpose, innovation, and making a lasting difference for Aucklanders.
He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi | About the role
We're looking for a passionate and experienced Cloud & Infrastructure Engineer to join our Digital team, based in our Newmarket office. In this role, you'll support the performance, security and resilience of Watercare's infrastructure across both on-premises and cloud environments. You'll be hands-on with technologies such as HyperV, HCI, Azure, AWS, and Microsoft 365, helping to maintain and optimise our hybrid infrastructure. You'll contribute to key infrastructure projects, drive automation, support a strong operational framework, and be part of a collaborative team that delivers high-quality IT services across the business. This role is critical in enabling the stability, scalability and security of Watercare's systems and services.
This is a great opportunity to expand your cloud and infrastructure expertise in a forward-thinking, purpose-driven organisation.
Ngā pūkenga e rapu nei mātou | About you
We're after someone who is technically capable, proactive, and solution-focused. You're comfortable managing both physical and cloud infrastructure and thrive in collaborative, agile environments.
You Will Ideally Bring
- A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline
- Recognised and relevant technology industry certifications
- Strong experience managing virtualised environments (HyperV, HCI)
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft technologies, including Windows Server, Azure AD, Intune, Exchange Online and M365
- Hands-on experience with Azure and/or AWS infrastructure
- Strong operational knowledge in patching, monitoring (e.g. PRTG), backup and server management
- Experience supporting Office 365 environments and cloud-first solutions
- PowerShell scripting experience
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Previous experience working in an enterprise and/or rostered support environment
- Relevant cloud certifications (e.g. Azure Administrator Associate, AWS Solutions Architect)
- Experience migrating infrastructure to cloud environments
- Exposure to SQL Server and Azure SQL (DBaaS/PaaS)
- Familiarity with backup tools such as Commvault and Azure Backup
- Agile project delivery experience
- Has a "can-do" attitude and takes initiative
- Enjoys problem solving and improving systems
- Shares knowledge and mentors others in the team
- Can manage competing priorities and deliver results
- Is process-oriented, but always looking to innovate and improve
Benefits
At Watercare, you'll be part of a supportive and innovative Digital team that values your growth and contribution. Our benefits include:
- Flexible working environment
- Competitive salary and staff benefits
- Career progression and development opportunities
- Life and income protection insurance
- Generous parental leave
- Staff discounts at major retailers
- A modern Newmarket office with easy access to public transport
- Free on-site gym and discounted parking
If you're ready to bring your cloud and infrastructure skills to a purpose-driven organisation making a difference for Tāmaki Makaurau, apply online today at www.careers.watercare.co.nz. Join us in shaping the future of digital infrastructure at Watercare.
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