Trainee and Serviceperson Drainage roles

• We offer a career pathway to be upskilled or to become qualified

• The ability for extra earning through overtime and on call work

• Based out of our Lower Hutt Depot with work primarily around Hutt Valley

The opportunity

You will assist with the day-to-day operation of the drainage network, ensuring a continual drainage service with minimal interruptions. You will work on both the wastewater and stormwater networks to:

• Ensure a free-flowing wastewater and stormwater piped network

• Minimise sewage overflow and pipeline infiltration

• Install new connections, complete network repairs, and clear blockages

• Inspect and provide routine maintenance of problem areas within the drainage system

• Construct and adjust manholes and pipelines

What’s in it for you?

• A career in the water industry!

• We offer ongoing training, development, and support to gain industry recognised qualifications/ certifications

• Company benefits (either Fulton Hogan or Tiaki Wai)

• The ability for extra earning through overtime work

• A commitment to your health, safety, and wellbeing

• A busy, challenging, and fulfilling job making an impact for generations to come

About you

You will ideally hold experience working independently on a range of basic repairs across the drainage network as well as:

• Experience operating small plant and machinery

• The ability to use technology (i.e. iPad or tablet) to record information

• A full, clean driver’s licence is a must! Class 2, W,T,R advantageous

• An understanding and commitment to health and safety in the workplace

• You are reliable, and bring hard-working attitude

• The flexibility to work on an on-call roster or overtime

About us

Tiaki Wai works in partnership with Fulton Hogan (An Alliance) to improve three water services across the Wellington Region. The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at our organisational heart. Our people are passionate about providing waters services for our communities and environment which is reflective in our values.

The Alliance outcomes are delivered through a combined workforce between Tiaki Wai and Fulton Hogan, which enables shared resourcing and innovative solutions for the regions water networks.

We have a career pathway - placement and applicable rates are based on your existing skills, experience and qualifications.

Applications close: 9 August 2026. We will be reviewing and progressing applications as they’re received, so don’t delay – apply today!

How to apply

Click here to view a copy of the position description

How to apply:

To apply for the role, visit the Tiaki Wai Careers site. You will be asked to upload a CV, cover letter, and answer a few short questions about your skills and experience.

For further information, email: JoinUs@tiakiwai.co.nz

All applicants will be required to undergo Pre employment checks: MOJ, NZTA, ACC and Pre employment medical including drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand.