The role

See more about the role below, including the responsibilities and skills we are looking for.


Utilities Officer - Storm Water

Amberley, New Zealand

Reference: 6686849

About us | Mō Mātou

At Hurunui District Council we are driven by a commitment to our community and service excellence. Join our team to support our mission to find the right people in the right place at the right time to provide infrastructure and services that are efficient, effective and appropriate for our community.

About the role | Mō Te Tūranga

The purpose of this role is to maintain, operate and upgrade the stormwater network to ensure it functions to its optimal level. To do this you will:

  • Carry out maintenance activities, like clearing drains and stabilising water banks
  • Responding to customer service requests
  • Operating diggers and excavators
  • Collect water and soil samples, and sending these for testing
  • Keep accurate and up-to-date records,
  • Analyse data and escalate data anomalies

About you | Mōu

Ideally you will have knowledge of storm water maintenance and have taken soil and water samples before, key to your success will be that you are/ have:

  • Practical and have the ability to solve problems
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • Computer literate and with strong data entry skills
  • A class 2 driver's licence
  • Tracks and rollers certified

We offer | Tā mātou mahi

  • Opportunity to do great things for the community
  • Learning and career opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative team

For more information about this position please contact us - hr@hurunui.govt.nz

Applications Close: 11 Nov 2024

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The application process

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We promise to keep you updated on the progress of your application and will contact all candidates as soon as possible, regardless of the outcome.

For more information, visit: www.hurunui.govt.nz