Use your wastewater expertise to help shape the future of Wellington’s critical infrastructure.

Veolia is seeking a Senior Operations Engineer to connect our Operations and Maintenance team with the client’s Project Management Office across major wastewater renewals and capital projects in Wellington, New Zealand.

You’ll bring sound operational judgement, influence key technical decisions and translate complex information into clear, practical advice for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

WHAT’S ON OFFER
Influence major wastewater projects from design through to commissioning
Use your operational experience to shape significant technical decisions
Build a secure, long-term career with opportunities to develop
Join an experienced team backed by Veolia’s global technical capability

WHAT YOU’LL DO
Act as the technical link between Veolia’s operational teams and the client’s project team
Review project designs and specifications from an operational, maintenance and compliance perspective
Make informed technical recommendations and identify operational risks
Represent operational requirements with internal, client and contractor stakeholders
Translate complex technical information into clear advice for different audiences
Contribute to project planning, risk assessments,



operational readiness and commissioning
Ensure current and upgraded assets are secure, practical and ready for service

WHAT YOU’LL BRING
Significant operational and engineering experience in wastewater treatment
Strong technical judgement and the confidence to make informed decisions
Proven ability to influence stakeholders and translate between technical and non technical audiences

WHY VEOLIA?

Veolia provides essential water, waste and energy services across Australia and New Zealand, supported by the expertise of a global environmental services organisation.

In Wellington, you’ll contribute to infrastructure that communities rely on every day while supporting the principles of Te Mana o te Wai—recognising the health and wellbeing of water as a priority.

You’ll join a team-oriented team where your operational experience will be valued and your contribution will have a visible, long term impact.

Veolia is committed to providing a fair, respectful and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from Māori and Pasifika peoples, veterans, people with disability, mature age workers, members of LGBTIQ+ communities and people from all cultural backgrounds.
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📌 Senior Operations Engineer Queensland
🏢 Veolia Australia & New Zealand
📍 Queensland