Central Otago District Council is seeking an enthusiastic team player to join our Water Services Team based in Alexandra.
Have you ever dreamed of living in Central Otago to work, rest and play, where you can go hunting in the hills of the Maniatoto or fly fishing in gin clear rivers or biking the famous rail trail.
Well stop dreaming and apply today.
The role will have responsibility for developing and maintaining automation and electrical systems to control processes that lead to successful delivery of our water services.
The position will work with a collaborative team to supply safe drinking water, and collect and treat wastewater and stormwater, in an environmentally and economically sustainable manner.
The person will hold a tertiary qualification in engineering or have relevant experience, however, the key attribute will be enthusiasm and willingness to work in a team environment.
Benefits of working with us:
- Wellbeing programme
- IT Savvy organisation
- Flexible & hybrid working opportunities.
- Career development including strengths & communication.
- Modern & fresh working environment with outdoor spaces
In return the successful applicant will receive:
- Competitive market remuneration
- Career progression and additional training opportunities
- A great working environment
- Additional leave – 3 council and 2 wellbeing days per year
- Organisation Social Club
Our ideal candidate will have:
- 5 years minimum experience working within an electrical operations environment.
- Experience in forwards works programming
- Have or be working towards wastewater/water qualification
- Hold a New Zealand Drivers License
- Have strong organisational skills.
- Be flexible, adaptable and enjoy a challenge
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to work as part of a team and to deadlines.
If improving the delivery of water services to your community appeals to you, Central Otago District Council would like to hear from you.
To check out the job description and apply visit our website.
Applications close 3 September 2024.
