Supervisor

About Watercare At Watercare, we understand that when water is healthy, the land and the people thrive. As the largest water and wastewater utility in New Zealand, we provide over 400 million liters of water to Auckland every day. We are currently embarking on an ambitious plan to invest $14 billion over the next decade to support our growing city in a climate-resilient manner. This equates to an investment of approximately $3.8 million each day. Our commitment to sustainability is central to our operations. We continuously seek ways to protect our water resources for future generations, focusing on initiatives that reduce our carbon footprint, such as solar panels, electric vehicles, and revegetation programs. We are dedicated to making a positive difference in our community. About the Role Watercare Maintenance Services Networks (MSN) is seeking a motivated and experienced supervisor for our Water team based in Penrose. As the Water Supervisor, you will oversee the daily operations of field crews and contracted specialists executing maintenance work for Watercare's Network Operations team. We are looking for individuals with strong leadership skills who can effectively plan and ensure that tasks are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of our clients. Key responsibilities include: - Ensuring safe, high-quality, and contractually compliant operations at all times. - Recruiting and retaining high-performing field crews and contract personnel. - Managing performance through timely interventions to address individual performance issues. - Participating in the on-call roster to provide escalated incident management and handle higher-level escalations as necessary. This role presents an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their leadership skills in a supportive environment with potential for career progression. About You The ideal candidate will possess the following: - Proven team leadership skills and a positive, can-do attitude. - Demonstrated experience in supervising and mentoring field crews or similar teams. - A strong work ethic, high integrity, and exceptional time-management skills. - A strong commitment to health and safety, along with knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices. - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and a good level of computer literacy. - A current clean Class 1 New Zealand driver's license. - Previous experience in the water industry and knowledge of water networks is highly desirable but not essential. Benefits We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes: - Training and development opportunities. - Life and income protection insurance plans. - Generous parental leave. - Employee discounts at various large retailers. How to Apply If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity with a fantastic team, we encourage you to apply online today at http://www.careers.watercare.co.nz. Please note that the successful applicant will need to pass a pre-employment drug test and medical examination. Additionally, you must be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand.