Tā tātou atarua – Our vision
Enabling what matters.
He angitūtanga - The opportunity
Horowhenua District Council is entering an exciting phase as we consolidate Local Water services under Council oversight. We're actively seeking a dedicated Local Waters Operations Manager to join our Infrastructure Group. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate closely with the Group Manager of Community Infrastructure and Commercial Operations Manager to spearhead strategic initiatives in operations, project management, and asset management.
Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping policy and ensuring the efficient delivery of high-quality, cost-effective Three Waters services. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional eager to make a substantial impact in a dynamic and evolving environment.
If you're passionate about infrastructure management and thrive on driving operational excellence, we invite you to apply for this challenging role. Join us at Horowhenua District Council as we redefine the future of Local Waters management and contribute to the sustainable growth and development of our community.
He kōrero mōu - About you
We're people focused so the ideal candidate will have a growth mindset and be comfortable working in a collaborative environment and will be actively seeking continuous improvement. You'll be a driven individual with an outcome focused approach who takes a big-picture, long-term view when planning and anticipating potential impacts.
Your background will include significant experience within the Three Waters Environment. Preferably, the foundation of your experience would have been gained from a tertiary qualification in engineering or proven equivalent industry experience.
You'll need a solid grasp of Project Management, Operations experience and the ability to develop, deliver and lead an effective Local Waters management strategy and policy to meet community needs and expectations taking into account current and future infrastructure demands.
Horowhenua District Council is proud to be an inclusive workplace; we celebrate difference, diversity, and aim to empower our employees. We're an organisation built on innovation and optimism, and are embarking on an organisation reset. We're motivated to build a place where we value our people and provide opportunities for them to build outstanding careers and better Horowhenua.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou - What we offer
An excellent working environment where passionate and committed team members who strive to make a difference for current and future generations. This important opportunity to join a thriving organisation with a strong focus on delivery and to do meaningful work with motivated people that has a direct impact on the lives of our Horowhenua community.
Tono mai ināianei - Apply now
If you're interested in learning more about what the role involves please see the position description. If you have any questions or would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Rob Benefield – Commercial and Operations Manager on email at RobB@horowhenua.govt.nz or phone on (06) 366 0999.
Recruitment for this role closes on Friday 12 July 2024, at which time all applications will be reviewed and we'll contact you to advise you of your application progress.
He rau ringa e pakari ai nga taura whiri i o tatou kainga noho me o tatou hapori – mai i te pae maunga o Tararua ki te moana
With many hands the threads which weave our neighbourhoods and communities together will be strengthened from the Tararua Ranges to the sea.