Team Leader Water
Lead the team that keeps the water flowing
This is a full time position of 40 hours per week. The remuneration range for this role is $96,543 to $136,296 (including KiwiSaver) depending on skills and experience we would look to appoint around $110,000.
The opportunity
We're looking for an experienced and motivated Team Leader to lead our water operations team across the Porirua and Wellington City areas. Based at our Porirua Depot, you'll play a critical role in ensuring safe, reliable, and high-quality water services are delivered to our communities every day.
This is an opportunity to combine your technical expertise in water infrastructure with your passion for leadership, coaching, and operational excellence.
In this role you'll have the opportunity to:
Lead a crew delivering essential services to the community
Make a meaningful impact on water quality, network performance, and customer outcomes
Work within a supportive and collaborative environment
Grow your leadership capability and technical expertise
Contribute to the future of water services across the Wellington region
About you
To be successful in this role you will bring:
Proven experience leading operational or infrastructure-based teams
Experience working in water, utilities, civil infrastructure, or a similar industry
Strong people leadership, coaching, and performance management skills
Sound knowledge of water network operations and maintenance, NZ Certificate in Infrastructure Works (Pipeline Construction and Maintenance) Level 4 or 5
A strong commitment to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards
Experience managing budgets, costs, and operational performance
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving abilities
Good computer literacy, including experience with asset management and work management systems.
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:
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: 20 September 2026, we will review applications as they come in please apply now.
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
- Network Maintenance (Alliance)
- Role
- Service Delivery
- Locations
- Porirua Depot
Porirua Depot
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.
