Water Reticulation Supervisor

Date: 8 May 2024

Location:

Kaikohe, NTL, NZ, 0440

Company: Ventia

About Ventia

Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate. With strong leadership and an ability to drive excellence through the commitment of our people, Ventia aims to provide an unrivalled opportunity for our people to develop their careers in a flexible, supportive and inclusive work environment that values work-life balance and diversity.

Whats in it for you:

Work in a collaborative team of go-getters, with state of the art tools on some of the most exciting projects in the country. Ventia offers excellent rates ( plus overtime opportunities), stable career and ongoing training and development with definite career progression pathways. You will be working for a manager that encourages and empowers their team to be their best!

The role

The Far North Waters Alliance operate and maintain 9 water supply schemes on behalf of the Far North District Council. 8 of these schemes are in the southern part of the district and are serviced by a dedicated water reticulation team. The primary purpose of this position is to supervise this team to ensure the most efficient and effective utilisation of resources to meet contractual responsibilities, to efficiently manage plant, equipment and materials, to provide technical support as and when required and to ensure that all quality and H&S requirements are met by the water reticulation team. Some field work will be required from time to time as the need arises.

Responsibilities:

Supervisory – consistently deliver excellent Risk and SHEQ results; day to day supervision of the water reticulation team; undertake staff supervision duties for the team, ensuring that optimum performance is achieved wherever possible; Provide recommendations to the Manager on staff training needs relevant to the work undertaken; allocation of staff and other resources including sub-contractors where appropriate, including management of inventories, preparation and management of on-call roster.
Reporting – Supervise and complete reports as required for contractual compliance and prepare, review and update programmed works as necessary.
Plant and Equipment – Responsible for day to day supervision of all plant and equipment assigned to the water reticulation department, and arranging via the Plant Supervisor for the hireage of any equipment and plant as required

Minimum requirements for the position:

5 NCEA Level 2 or equivalent in Maths, English and a Science subject
NZ Water Reticulation Service person qualification or similar trade qualification
Previous experience in a supervisory role

Relevant experience of working within a Water or other reticulation network
Comprehensive experience in water network operation and maintenance, including pipework, valves, hydrants and meters
Experience with requirements of Taumata Arowai is desirable

A current full Class 2 driver’s licence
WTR endorsement

Technical understanding of hydraulic distribution systems or proven ability in a similar area
A flexible approach to working hours which will include working at night

HOW TO APPLY

If this role appeals to you, click on the “apply now” button found on this page.

For further information regarding this position please contact Muzzammil.kuddus@skoutsolutions.com

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to undergo a pre-employment medical as well as a police check.

DIVERSITY

We acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of our talent strategy. The creation of a diverse, inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success.