Team Lead Asset Service and Planning
Shape the future of critical water services by leading asset management excellence and enabling confident, evidence-based investment decisions.
Shape the future of water services through strategic asset management leadership
Lead and develop a high-performing team.
Integrate network and treatment planning practice.
This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week.
The opportunity
This is a pivotal leadership role for an experienced asset management professional who is passionate about driving excellence in asset management practice and shaping the future of critical water infrastructure.
In this role, you'll provide people leadership across Tiaki Wai’s asset management practice and reporting, ensuring Tiaki Wai has the insights, frameworks, and information needed to make and present confident investment decisions to deliver resilient water services for the future.
Through collaboration across disciplines, you will unite different perspectives and planning approaches into a single, integrated strategy that supports consistent, evidence-based investment decisions across the organisation.
You will:
Drive the development and continuous improvement of the Asset Management System (AMS), Strategic Asset Management Plan (SAMP), and associated planning frameworks.
Oversee strategic condition assessment programmes and ensure asset condition, risk, and performance information is translated into practical planning and investment recommendations.
Integrate growth forecasts, levels of service, and future demand considerations into infrastructure planning and long-term investment strategies.
Partner with stakeholders across the business and provide trusted advice to executives, supporting evidence-based decision-making.
About you
To be successful in this role, you'll be a strategic thinker and influential leader with a passion for asset management excellence. You have a track record of building capability, improving asset management maturity, and helping organisations make informed investment decisions.
You'll bring:
Significant experience in asset management leadership, preferably in an asset-intensive or regulated environment.
Strong knowledge of contemporary asset management principles and frameworks, including ISO55000 and strategic asset management planning.
The ability to build trusted relationships and work collaboratively across an organisation.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to present complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
A commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and developing team capability.
Benefits
At Tiaki Wai, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.
Our benefits include:
Flexible working arrangements including up to 2 days working from home
Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annually
Formal and informal professional development opportunities
5 weeks annual leave accrual will be available following 2 years of continual service
For a full list of our employee benefits click here.
About us
Tiaki Wai is a council-owned organisation responsible for managing the delivery of drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater services across Hutt Valley, Porirua, and Wellington.
We manage public-owned extensive water infrastructure and oversee the delivery of safe and reliable services for our communities. We focus on long-term investment, asset management, maintenance, and delivering major infrastructure projects that support public health, environmental protection, and regional growth.
Water is a precious taonga. At Tiaki Wai, we put care into every drop and are guided by our values of Integrity, Care, and Leadership. We work directly with water consumers and in partnership with councils and mana whenua to deliver better water outcomes for current and future generations.
Applications close: Sunday 30 August
How to apply
To view a copy of the position description: click here
To apply for the role, click on the ‘apply’ button or visit the Tiaki Wai Careers site, if you are a Tiaki Wai employee please apply using your work email.
For further information, email: JoinUs@tiakiwai.co.nz
Applicants for safety sensitive roles will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Tiaki Wai. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand or eligible to obtain a working visa.
- Department
- Strategy and Planning
- Role
- Service Planning
- Locations
- Petone Office
Petone Office
Staff benefits
1. Inclusive Culture: It is important to us that people love our culture. We embrace a workplace where diversity is celebrated, and inclusivity is at our core. Our team is united by passion, dedication, and a shared care for water and our community.
2. Safety and Support: We provide an Employee Assistance Scheme for crucial personal support, along with wellbeing and lifestyle education delivered through our Wellbe Team, ensuring you feel supported in and out of the workplace.
3. Health is Wealth: We prioritise your health with an annual voluntary health "warrant of fitness," immunisations, and flu vaccinations. Moreover, enjoy annual subsidised vision testing and contributions toward glasses to ensure clear vision.
4. Work-Life Balance: Where possible there is access to flexible work practices. And take advantage of our annual leave, reaching five weeks after three years of service, and 10 days sick leave from starting with us. In addition, take one paid day a year for your personal Wellbeing. We also offer parental leave and partner entitlements to support you during significant life moments.
5. Comprehensive Benefits: We have partnered with providers for discounted Southern Cross medical insurance, periodic vision and hearing tests, and eyewear subsidies. You can also access discounts at a range of retailers via Boost. Gain access to top-notch gear, machinery, PPE, and tools, fostering a safe work environment if you are “on the tools”. We also offer a staff referral bonus paid when a person is recruited for a senior front line position, and we may offer relocation support if you need to move into the district to work here.
6. Professional Growth: Grow your skills with a range of development opportunities. Boosting your personal and work career.
7. Community Connection: You can take one paid day a year to participate in voluntary work on a water-related activity. And maybe join our active Waiata group and be part of a community that works together, sings, and thrives together.
