Drainage roles in the Hutt (Wastewater and Stormwater)

• We offer acareer pathway to be upskilled or to become qualified

• The ability for extra earning through overtime and on call work

• Based out of our Pomare Depot with work primarily around Hutt Valley

The opportunity

You will assist with the day-to-day operation of the drainage network ensuring a continual drainage service with minimal interruptions. You will work on both the wastewater and stormwater networks to:

• Ensure a free-flowing wastewater and stormwater piped network

• Minimise sewage overflow and pipeline infiltration

• Install new connections complete network repairs and clear blockages

• Inspect and provide routine maintenance of problem areas within the drainage system

• Construct and adjust manholes and pipelines

Whats in it for you

• A career in the water industry!

• We offer ongoing training development and support to gain industry recognised qualifications/ certifications

• Company benefits (either Fulton Hogan or Wellington Water)

• The ability for extra earning through overtime work

• A commitment to your health safety and wellbeing

• A busy challenging and fulfilling job making an impact for generations to come

About you

You will ideally hold experience working independently on a range of basic repairs across the drainage network as well as:

• Experience operating small plant and machinery

• The ability to use technology (i.e. iPad or tablet) to record information

• A full clean drivers licence is a must! Class 2 WTR advantageous

• An understanding and commitment to health and safety in the workplace

• You are reliable and bring hard-working attitude

• The flexibility to work on an on-call roster or overtime

About us

Wellington Water works in partnership with Fulton Hogan (an Alliance) to improve three water services across the Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa Regions. The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at Wellington Waters heart. Our people are passionate about providing waters services for our communities and environment.

The Alliance outcomes are delivered through a combined workforce between Wellington Water and Fulton Hogan which enables shared resourcing and innovative solutions for the regions water networks.

From 1 July 2026 a new chapter in water services begins. Tiaki Wai will take over responsibility for providing Three Waters Services to approximately 433000 residents across the Wellington metro regions. Tiaki Wai will own the water assets it operates giving it greater independence to manage and improve water services for current and future communities.

We have a career pathway - placement and applicable rates are based on your existing skills experience and qualifications.

Applications close: 28 May 2026.We will be reviewing and progressing applications as theyre received so dont delay apply today!

How to apply: use this link to be directed to Wellington Water Career site to make your application.

You will be asked to upload a CV cover letter and answer a few short questions about your skills and experience.

All applicants will be required to undergo Pre employment checks: MOJ NZTA ACC and Pre employment medical including drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand.