Starting in January 2026!

Are you passionate about safeguarding community health, ensuring reliable water services, and driving operational excellence in vital infrastructure? Join our respected, dynamic team as a 3 Waters Maintenance Supervisor, where you’ll play a pivotal leadership role maintaining water supply, wastewater, and stormwater networks throughout Dunedin & wider Otago area. We are searching for a proactive, solutions-focused professional who takes pride in delivering high standards, supporting team growth, and ensuring the ongoing reliability of essential 3 Waters assets for residents and businesses alike.

If you have experience in water, wastewater, or stormwater operations—or are a supervisor in a related field eager to step up—this is your chance to make a meaningful impact. Lead expert crews, foster a culture of safety and quality, and advance your career in a supportive, innovative environment dedicated to developing people and enhancing essential services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day maintenance and repair operations for water supply, wastewater, and stormwater networks, delivering safe, compliant and efficient service to the community.
• Supervise, motivate, and develop diverse maintenance teams, promoting a respectful and inclusive workplace culture.
• Oversee planned and reactive works, allocate resources effectively, and ensure jobs are completed to high standards and within agreed timeframes.
• Champion health, safety, and environmental compliance, undertaking regular site inspections, risk assessments, and toolbox meetings.
• Coordinate closely with asset owners, project managers, contractors, and the public to ensure effective communication and service delivery.
• Monitor asset condition, identify improvement opportunities, and contribute to continuous process and safety improvements in 3 Waters operations.
• Maintain accurate records of work undertaken, incidents, and site conditions; manage basic reporting and compliance documentation.
• Respond to urgent call-outs and after-hours emergencies as required to maintain essential water operations.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience supervising teams in water, wastewater, stormwater, or civil maintenance environments highly regarded.
• Solid technical knowledge of 3 Waters assets, maintenance techniques, and New Zealand regulatory requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills, with the ability to coach others and foster a positive team environment.
• Well-developed problem-solving skills and capability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Physically fit, with confidence working outdoors and responding to operational emergencies.
• Full New Zealand Driver’s Licence essential; Class 4 + WTR preferred.
• Comfortable with digital reporting, work order systems, and worksite documentation.

Benefits – Careers in 3 Waters Maintenance Supervision

• Permanent, Full-time Role: Be part of a stable, progressive organisation committed to long-term community improvement and infrastructure excellence.
• Attractive Pay: Competitive remuneration in line with your experience.
• Career Development: Ongoing training, NZQA certification support, and leadership growth for ambitious supervisors.
• Inclusive Team Environment: Work among experienced professionals in a culture focused on well-being, safety, and respect for all.
• Health & Well-being: Access to medical insurance, employee support initiatives, and EAP services.

How to Apply –3 Waters Supervisor – Closing date – 8th December 2025.

If you are ready to lead a high-performing maintenance team, champion reliable 3 Waters services, and progress your career in a forward-thinking organisation, we invite you to apply.

Eligibility & Next Steps

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. The successful candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: Unsolicited CVs will not be accepted for this position.

Apply now and make a vital difference, maintaining Dunedin's essential water networks for generations to come!