Team Leader Three Waters

Team Leader Three Waters
Buller District Council Westport New Zealand
Permanent Full-time position

Join the Buller District Council Team! Hono atu ki te roopu Kaunihera a rohe o Buller!

Are you ready to lead essential water services and make a real difference in one of New Zealands most scenic districts Buller District Council is seeking an experienced and drivenTeam Leader Three Watersto shape the future of water wastewater and stormwater operations within a supportive forward-looking Infrastructure Services team.

Who are we Ko wai tatou

At Buller District Council the team is committed to excellent service environmental sustainability and upholding the unique beauty of the regionfrom Karamea in the north to Punakaiki in the south and inland to Reefton. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to vital community infrastructure ensuring safe reliable three waters services that support both people and place. If youre passionate about positive outcomes and ready to step up your career Buller District Council wants to hear from you.

What Will You Do Ka aha koe

• Lead and develop Bullers Three Waters operations team fostering a high-performing positive and safety-focused environment.
• Oversee daily operation maintenance and emergency response for water supply wastewater and stormwater services ensuring compliance and effective asset management.
• Manage contractor and supplier performance building productive relationships with internal and external partners iwi and other key stakeholders.
• Provide expert advice and technical support for three waters activities projects and planning contributing to asset renewal budgets and reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement in systems service delivery and staff development to ensure future-readiness and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure all staff and contractors adhere to Health and Safety legislation and Council requirements.
• Support Councils emergency management responsibilities including after-hours incident response.

Who Are You Ko wai koe

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification in engineering infrastructure water management or similar with at least five years of experience in Three Waters operations or a related field.
• Proven team leadership and people management experience in a multi-disciplinary or operational environment.
• Sound knowledge of contract and project management planning and regulatory compliance in water wastewater or stormwater services.
• Experience managing budgets assets risks and technical documentation.
• Able to build positive relationships and communicate clearly with staff contractors iwi and community.
• IT literate (MS Office asset/project management systems) adaptable and committed to continuous improvement.
• Holds a full New Zealand drivers licence; Local Government and SCADA/industry systems experience is a plus.

Why Join Us He aha te hono mai ki a mtau

• Lead and mentor a capable team delivering essential community services.
• Work in a supportive values-driven culture that upholds diversity learning and well-being.
• Flexible working arrangements and opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
• Play a key role in sustainable development in a friendly vibrant district.
• Enjoy a healthy balance between challenging work and lifestyle in an exceptional setting.

Our Mission T mtou mhini

To serve the residents of the Buller District with facilities and services that foster progress and development while respecting and preserving our distinctive natural cultural and historic environments.

Ready for a Change Kua Riri mo te Huringa

If you are ready to make a significant impact and build the next chapter of Three Waters excellence for Buller Buller District Council encourages applications from visionary and pragmatic leaders. Every day will bring diverse challengesideal for those who thrive on innovation collaboration and making a difference.

How to Apply Me pehea te tono
All applications must include a cover letter and a current Curriculum Vitae.

For further information about this role email:

Applications close:3rd October 2025

Required Experience:

Senior IC