Utilities Engineering Officer Telemetry | Āpiha Pūhanga Ratonga

• $86K - $96K p.a Health Insurance
• Rā Oranga Wellbeing leave
• Some Hybrid/Flexible working options available

Are you a tech-savvy problem solver with a passion for keeping critical infrastructure running smoothly

At Nelson City Council we are proud to serve one of New Zealands most vibrant and thriving regions. With a focus on sustainability innovation and community wellbeing we deliver essential services and infrastructure that support a high quality of life for our residents. Our people are at the heart of everything we do and we work together to create a safe connected and future-focused city that we can all be proud of.

Nelson City Council is on the lookout for a Utilities Engineering Officer Telemetry to take charge of our SCADA and utilities data management systems. This is your chance to play a key role in managing essential water wastewater stormwater and flood protection serviceshelping to keep our city connected resilient and future-focused.

About the role Kō tēnei tūranga mahi

In this role you will:

• Maintain Nelson Citys telemetry and utilities data management systems to ensure best-practice application and reliable data.
• Manage and monitor contractors operating SCADA and Telemetry equipment.
• Contribute to a variety of capital and operational projects providing advice on telemetry requirements.
• Utilise and maintain Councils asset management system Infor and support improvements in data management.

About you Ko ngā pūmanawa ōu

Were looking for a Utilities Engineering Officer with experience in telemetry or someone with transferable skills from IT structural technical civil or electrical engineering. You will bring:

• Knowledge and experience working in engineering industries.
• Ability to oversee the operation and maintenance of Council asset management systems.
• Experience managing and administering utilities maintenance contracts.
• Skills in managing designing and reviewing a variety of capital and operational projects.
• Technical expertise to support the utilities team wider council and activity managers in developing business cases.
• Competence in managing and monitoring databases systems and telemetry equipment.
• A willingness to grow and develop with training opportunities available for those with transferable experience.

What we offer Ko ngā painga mōu

We value people bringing diverse skills and experience to the team. Team culture is important to us and in return we offer flexibility variety and opportunities for professional development.

• Full-time position (40 hours per week MondayFriday)
• NIB Premier Health Insurance package inclusive
• Flexibility with start and finish times
• EAP professional and personal development services

We are looking for a great attitude work ethic and willingness to learn. If you think you bring relevant transferrable experience we are keen to hear from you!

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Applications close: Rā whakakapi: Applications close Friday 2 October 2025. Please apply via the link to ensure that your applications are received.

For further enquiries: Ina he pātai anō whakapā mai: For more information about this role please contactEddie Powick Utilities Operations Manager via

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority