Scheme Officer

Mō te tūranga | About the role

As part of the Hauraki Operations team, you will help assist in the river management flood protection and land drainage works programme within Waihou and Piako area. Including, but not limited to:

• Minor Construction such as Floodgates & pump flaps, Retaining Walls, timber construction, fencing etc.
• Inspection & Maintenance (Repairs) – Flood pumps & floodgates, Sluice gates and lifting gear, Pump Stations, Streams/Drainage, Rivers, Fences, small plant.
• Chainsaw/tree felling work.
• Erosion Control/soil stability works.
• Emergency/Event response incl Civil Defence roles.
• Vast career growth and development opportunities

Mō te tangata | About you

• Confident swimmer a must.
• Positive attitude.
• Health and safety focused.
• Good team player.
• Physically fit/Able.

Mō ngā pūkenga | Qualifications and experience

Required

• Current NZ drivers’ licence.
• Basic computer skills to be able to use I pad, Phone apps, and Timesheets.
• The role will involve working closely with landowners from time to time, so having good customer service skills is important.

Ideal (but not essential)

• Experience around construction, tree felling and chainsaw use.
• Experience working around plant and machinery.
• Weed spraying, vegetation management.
• Fencing general land management works.

Mō te tīma | About the team

• This role is within our Hauraki Operations team based at our Te Aroha depot, completing works and tasks throughout the Hauraki/Coromandel area but not limited to within our Waikato Region
• This team prides itself on its innovation, responsiveness, can do attitude, and ability to get things done.

Mō te tuku tono | How to apply

• Applications will be reviewed as they come in, and this role will close on 9th February 2025
• To apply for this job, please click ‘apply’ and include your CV & cover letter with your application. Apply now!
• View the position description here .

If you have any questions about the role, please contact human.resources@waikatoregion.govt.nz