Water Services Officer (South)

The Water Services Authority - Taumata Arowai (the Authority) was established as a Crown Entity in 2021, following the outbreak of illness in the Havelock North community as a result of drinking contaminated water from the public water supply. The Authority oversees and regulates the safety and quality of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services across New Zealand. We do this on behalf of consumers and communities throughout New Zealand, so they can have confidence in the safety and quality of their drinking water and the impact on their environment. If you’re a passionate and driven individual who shares our vision for making water safe everyday for everyone, then join us and be part of making a difference. Job Description Our Water Services South team is a critical operational function responsible for engaging with drinking water suppliers across the South Island. They oversee compliance monitoring arrangements and ensure effective working relationships enable broader outcomes. As a Water Services Officer you will Review drinking water and wastewater safety plans in line with policies and procedures, risk assessments and the wider work programme and provide feedback to suppliers Respond to drinking water, and wastewater inquiries, and notifications of exceedances of the Drinking Water Standards and risks to drinking water safety and quantity Build and maintain effective internal and external relationships across multiple locations We are looking for someone who Exercises good practical judgment Can work well with others in a team environment Has 2-4 years’ experience working in a similar operational regulatory environment Can travel from time to time throughout the South Island and to Wellington You must have a legal right to work in New Zealand. #J-18808-Ljbffr