Senior Water Network Technician (Wellington)

About the role

Aqua Analytics is hiring a Senior Water Network Technician based in Wellington, New Zealand. The role leads acoustic leak detection surveys and delivers water loss reduction projects for utility clients, with much of the work in the field and some travel required.

Key responsibilities

• Lead teams in acoustic leak detection surveys across pressurised water networks using leading global brands
• Install and maintain IoT monitoring devices on water and wastewater pipelines
• Report network defects to clients using field platforms, GIS tools and works management systems
• Establish and optimise District Metered Areas (DMAs) through night flow analysis, boundary valve verification and high-usage customer investigations
• Plan, document and coordinate delivery of local projects, and manage HSEQ compliance in the field
• Act as the company's face on site with clients, and occasionally work on projects across the Tasman

Required profile

• Detailed hands-on knowledge of water distribution networks and how they operate
• Comfortable working in a small team and leading discussions with operators, engineers and senior management
• Willing to travel and spend time away from home
• Takes ownership of their work and does not need close supervision
• Legal entitlement to work in New Zealand

Required skills

• Acoustic leak detection technologies and solutions
• Familiarity with smart water / IoT devices is a plus, not a prerequisite

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Per diem (travel allowance) when away from home
• A small, direct team with no middle management
• Access to the latest leak detection and monitoring technology and purpose-built software
• Funded professional development, specialist training, a phone allowance and a growth path as the NZ operation scales

To apply, candidates submit their details and CV through the company's online application form.