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Veolia Australia and New Zealand

Treatment Supervisor

Veolia Australia and New Zealand

. Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance and support to the Wastewater Treatment Team .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeWaipawa • New ZealandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in wastewater treatment operations and compliance, with strong leadership and team coordination capabilities. Proficient in SCADA systems and performance monitoring, ensuring adherence to resource consent requirements and environmental management standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Wastewater Treatment OperationsSCADA System ProficiencyResource Consent ComplianceLeadership and Team CoordinationAnalytical and Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills
Wastewater Treatment TechnologiesPerformance MonitoringContractual KPI ReportingCorrective Action ImplementationReport PreparationAsset ManagementEnvironmental Management SystemsHealth and Safety ComplianceQuality AssuranceMicrosoft Office
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsRelationship ManagementAutonomous Work CapabilityTeam CollaborationFlexibility and Willingness to Work Outside Normal Hours
Tools & Technologies
SCADA SystemAssetFinda
Certifications & Qualifications
New Zealand Certificate in Wastewater TreatmentValid Driver's Licence
Industry Keywords
Wastewater TreatmentResource ConsentsEnvironmental Improvement ProgrammesPerformance ManagementOperational Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance and support to the Wastewater Treatment Team
  • Prioritise work, support performance management and contribute to staff development plans
  • Monitor and report on wastewater treatment performance, including resource consent compliance, sampling requirements and contractual KPIs
  • Identify and implement corrective actions to prevent or address non-compliance
  • Advise on the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment processes and systems
  • Support projects that improve and optimise treatment plant performance
  • Coordinate operational and contract reporting for Veolia management and Central Hawke’s Bay District Council
  • Implement changes to consent requirements and operational procedures
  • Support compliance events, consent breach responses and environmental improvement programmes
  • Operate the district-wide SCADA system to monitor and control remote sites and alarm systems
  • Ensure asset information is accurately captured and maintained in AssetFinda
  • Support Health and Safety, Quality Assurance and Environmental Management Systems
  • Participate in a supervisory-level on-call roster
  • Escalate risks and provide early warnings where required
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, customers and team members

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • A New Zealand Certificate in Wastewater Treatment, relevant industry qualification, or equivalent experience
  • Experience in wastewater treatment operations, maintenance or a related process industry
  • An understanding of wastewater treatment technologies, processes and operational requirements
  • Knowledge of resource consents and the importance of compliance
  • Proven leadership and team coordination skills
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Experience preparing clear and concise reports
  • Strong communication and relationship management skills
  • The ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively as part of a team
  • A strong understanding of SCADA systems
  • Sound computer skills, including Microsoft Office
  • A current, valid driver’s licence
  • The flexibility and willingness to work outside normal hours when required
  • MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive salary
  • Full time permanent role
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Stable employment with a reputable, world leading, 3 waters Network focused organisation
  • Employee assistance programs (EAP) through assure which covers mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and career transition support