Water Serviceperson

Keep Tasman's water networks flowing. A practical role focused on maintenance, fault response and delivering essential services.

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

We're looking for a Water Serviceperson to join our Tasman team, helping deliver safe, reliable water services across the district's three waters networks.

This is a varied, field-based role where no two days are the same. From installing and maintaining water reticulation assets to responding to network faults, customer requests and emergency incidents, you'll play a key role in keeping critical infrastructure operating smoothly for the community.

You'll work across urban and rural networks, carrying out maintenance, surveys, testing and reinstatement works while ensuring all activities are completed to contract requirements and Downer's standard operating procedures. You'll also contribute to incident response activities and participate in a standby and callout roster when required.

Working closely with supervisors, team members, subcontractors, suppliers and council representatives, you'll build strong relationships and deliver a high standard of workmanship, customer service and safety. Accurate field reporting, attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving will be important to your success in this role.

If you enjoy practical work, take pride in delivering quality outcomes and want to be part of a team that keeps essential services flowing, we'd like to hear from you.

Mōu koe | About You

You will bring:

• Experience in water, drainage or underground services maintenance, ideally across reticulation networks
• Knowledge of urban and rural water supply systems, or a willingness to build your expertise in the industry
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to use initiative in the field
• Experience working directly with customers and members of the public
• Confidence using handheld devices and completing accurate field documentation and reporting
• A strong commitment to safety, environmental responsibility and Zero Harm principles
• A full Class 1 licence, with Class 2 considered advantageous
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also operating independently when required

You're reliable, proactive and take ownership of your work. You communicate well, enjoy being outdoors and are motivated by delivering services that make a real difference to the community.

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to Apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please submit your application online via the advertisement - email applications will not be accepted.