Position Description

Network Operators

A very exciting opportunity has arisen for qualified Network Operators to join our busy drinking water team undertaking a variety of work. You will be;

• Working in a beautiful city with breath-taking lakes, outstanding forests and incredible geothermal wonders.
• Working in a community that displays kaitiakitanga (guardianship) and manaakitanga (kindness) towards the whenua (land) and its people.
• Working in a close knit and driven team.

We are currently looking for Network Operators who will hit the ground running, who have a safety first attitude, who have or is working towards a Level 4 Water Reticulation qualification (or equivalent). The ideal candidate will also hold a Class 1 NZ Driver's Licence.

Infracore works to provide the community with operational drinking water services so our community have comfort in knowing they can have that cup of tea or shower in the morning. Our work includes:

Installations and repair of water pipes and mains, Relocation of existing water connections, Maintenance on water networks, Installation of new water meters, Installation and maintenance of fire hydrants, Minor Infrastructure upgrades, Backflow installation and maintenance testing, Water sampling and testing.

What you need to succeed:

• Level 4 Water Reticulation qualification (or equivalent) or working towards it. 
• You will also need a full clean Class 1 driver's licence (Class 2 desirable).
• Experience within the water industry, or related industry with transferable skills.
• A demonstrated Health & Safety focus, ensuring own and others' safety at all times.
• Can use online app-based programme to record work.
• Is highly detail focused.
• Positive, punctual and reliable
• Site Traffic Management Supervisor – STMS1 (desirable)

What we can provide:

• Training and further development
• Wellness benefits and initiatives
• Career progression? 
• Guaranteed 40 hours/week Monday to Friday.
• On- call 24 hours, 7 days a week cause mains don't break Monday to Friday
• 1.5T overtime and double time rates
• The chance to work with a company who puts our people at the heart of the organisation

About us

InfraCore is a Council Controlled Organisation (CCO) created as a social enterprise to deliver essential services to Rotorua Lakes Council, and its residents and visitors. InfraCore is in the business of maintaining, managing and constructing infrastructure and facilities assets.

InfraCore is committed to developing partnerships with Te Arawa Iwi and Hapu and to also align its operational requirements to the Te Arawa 2050 Vision, and the aspirations of Mana Whenua.

For InfraCore as a business, this translates into improving the quality of life for Rotorua residents and visitors by cultivating and maintaining the areas in which they work and play. We do this by ensuring that the essential services are delivered appropriately and efficiently.

Application process

Please click 'Apply' to submit your application.

Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a drug screening test before being offered employment.