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Posted 17 July, 2026

Maintenance Technician - Wellington

Veolia | Australia & New Zealand
Wellington, WGN, NZ Full Time
Reference: 1298a41d3cc330d5

Job Description

About Veolia Veolia Australia & New Zealand is the only global company to provide a full range of environmental services in the fields of water, waste management and energy solutions. With the global expertise gained from serving the environment for more than 170 years, Veolia operates in more than 57 countries around the world, with well over a hundred sites and approximately 6500 employees in Australia & New Zealand. The Opportunity Veolia NZ is looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician who will be responsible for undertaking maintenance activities to enable and ensure the Treatment Plants and their processes are functioning and in optimal condition. What’s on offer Competitive salary Time and a half after 8 hours daily Time and a half after 40 hours weekly Meal allowances, where applicable A great team focused working environment Opportunities for professional growth and development Stable employment with a reputable, world leading, 3 waters Network focused organisation Meaningful work that contributes to the well‑being of our community and keeps the cogs of society turning Employee assistance programs (EAP) through assure which covers mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and career transition support What you’ll be responsible for Comply with the requirements of the company’s business management Maintain required trade qualifications and competency through training Complete all preventative maintenance following best practice and manufacturer recommendations, gaining appropriate authorization Respond to, plan, and carry out corrective maintenance promptly and efficiently, with proper authorization Manage subcontractors and suppliers (induction, work plans, supervision, auditing/sign‑off) Perform trade and regulatory inspections Monitor mechanical equipment for optimal performance Provide status reports on plant, equipment, and work programs to Operations Operate workshop equipment (lathe, mill/drill, welding) Escalate problems promptly Assist team members with development plans Help organise supplies (spares and materials) for maintenance Participate in the On‑Call duty operators Roster Contribute to and apply Health, Safety, Quality Assurance, and Environmental Management Systems Comply with Veolia’s OHS and Environmental Policy, attending meetings and adhering to instructions and procedures Qualifications Trade qualification – Mechanical Level 4 Experience People management or Coaching training or qualification At least 5 years experience AND hands‑on industrial maintenance experience Computer literacy Exposure to the Wastewater and/or process industry and basic understanding of various treatment technologies and processes are preferable Proven ability to establish and maintain working relationships Ability to fault find mechanical equipment or plant Proven problem‑solving skills and proposed methodologies The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to assess and assimilate a wide range of information, effectively consolidating a position or assessment, possess persistence and confidence in their own judgment and capability, along with the ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances, strong analytical skills, and a focus on the quality of work. This role requires a self‑starter who can work with a high degree of autonomy, is a results‑focused team player, and maintains a high degree of personal integrity and a positive attitude, in addition to having knowledge of water and wastewater operations, maintenance and project activities, understanding of the criticality of operational requirements and resource consent compliance, and understanding of the commercial nature of the operations of Veolia. Furthermore, the candidate needs the ability to organise resources, establish priorities and meet deadlines through balancing commitments and priorities, strong literacy, numeracy, computing, communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships, while being able to work both independently and as part of a team, and demonstrating motivation and enthusiasm, a keen eye for detail and a desire for excellent customer service. This Step is Important To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa. Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion At Veolia we value diversity, equality and inclusion, we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from Maori and Pasifika, Veterans, people with disability, mature age and early careers, members of the LGBTI+ community and people from all cultural backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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