G1-Apprentice Water Servc Prsn

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start or grow their career in the water industry as an Apprentice Water Serviceperson.

In this role, you’ll support a skilled crew delivering routine and reactive maintenance across water networks, including pump stations. You’ll be involved in a variety of day-to-day tasks, from assisting with fault response and repairs through to reinstatement works, helping ensure essential services continue to run smoothly.

Working alongside experienced team members and reporting to your Supervisor, you’ll learn how to safely and efficiently carry out work in line with contract requirements and Downer’s standard operating procedures. Over time, as your skills and confidence grow, you’ll have the opportunity to take on more responsibility and carry out tasks independently within your capability.

Customer service is an important part of the role. You’ll interact with the public and stakeholders, helping respond to service requests and ensuring work is completed on time and to a high standard.

If you’re motivated, eager to learn and want to build a career working on essential infrastructure that supports communities every day, this is the perfect place to start.

Mōu koe | About You

You will bring:

• Knowledge of, or at least one year’s experience in infrastructure, civil works or similar (or a strong interest in entering the industry)
• An interest in water reticulation and developing your technical skills
• Class 1 driver licence (Class 2 and W, T, R endorsements advantageous)
• Confidence using technology, including mobile devices for data entry and reporting
• Experience interacting with the public is beneficial
• A self-motivated, energetic and positive approach to work
• Commitment to safety, quality and following procedures

You’re someone who is reliable, eager to learn and ready to get stuck in. You take pride in your work, enjoy being part of a team and are motivated to build a long-term career in the industry.

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.