Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
$74k–$105k/yr
A proactive self-starter with proven executive administrative capabilities Provide support and advice to two Chief Officers Based at our Petone Office, Wellington This is a full time, permanent position of 40 hours per w…
Skills: Executive administrative support, Diary management, Correspondence, Meeting planning, Travel arrangements
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
Lead a major capital investment programme delivering critical infrastructure outcomes for Wellington communities. Lead and develop high-performing Project Managers and Senior Project Managers across a complex delivery po…
Skills: Programme management, Project management, Infrastructure management, Strategic leadership, Budget management
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
$85k–$103k/yr
Help shape the future of Education We shape and education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes. Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa New Zealand, from a wide range…
Skills: Education advisory, Relationship building, Influencing change, Data analysis, Communication skills
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
Permanent opportunity with a strong focus on strategic partnering, leadership support, and organisational capability Diverse role combining strategic thinking with operational delivery Petone location with flexible worki…
Skills: Strategic partnering, Leadership support, Organisational capability, Employment relations, Workforce planning
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
$109k–$153k/yr
Key systems-level role in the leadership of long-term planning and investment priorities for treatment facilities Systems-level strategic planning for treatment assets Based in our Petone office close to the train statio…
Skills: Water infrastructure planning, Asset lifecycle planning, Treatment processes, Hydraulic modelling, Process modelling
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
Permanent position, in a new team developing ways of working Rotational hours between 7am and 5pm, Monday to Friday Convenient Petone location The opportunity Tiaki Wai has created a new customer care team so that the ne…
Skills: Customer service, Communication, Problem solving, Conflict resolution, Data entry
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
$74k–$105k/yr
A proactive self-starter with exceptional executive administrative capabilities Provide support and advice to the Chief Executive Based at our Petone Office, Wellington This is a full time, permanent position of 40 hours…
Skills: Executive administrative support, Diary management, Correspondence, Meeting planning, Travel arrangements
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
$86k–$122k/yr
Lead a critical service that supports communities every day Based out of the Lower Hutt, Pomare Depot Permanent, Full-time role The remuneration range for this role is $86,230 to $121,736 (including KiwiSaver). We antici…
Skills: Team Leadership, Drainage Operations, Pipeline Maintenance, Operational Planning, Problem Solving
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
$109k–$153k/yr
Lead long-term planning and investment priorities Enable resilient, sustainable infrastructure outcomes Based in our Petone office close to the train station, beach and shops This is a full time position of 40 hours per …
Skills: Water Infrastructure Planning, Asset Lifecycle Planning, Hydraulic Modelling, Process Modelling, Stakeholder Engagement
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
$95k–$122k/yr
Practice Manager - Wellington Full Time “Supporting Families, Caring for Children” The Open Home Foundation (OHF) is a Christian Community Response and has a vision that every child and young person has the opportunity t…
Skills: Social Work, Team Leadership, Practice Supervision, Case Management, Stakeholder Liaison
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer: Free…
Skills: Planting, Pruning, Weed Control, Edging, Mulching
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
Energetic, diverse and collaborative team environment Strong customer focus to build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Based at our Petone office This is a permanent full-time position of 40 hour…
Skills: People Leadership, 3 Waters Engineering, Land Development Consenting, RMA Consenting, Building Act Consenting
Tiaki WaiLower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
$109k–$153k/yr
Key systems-level role in the leadership of long-term planning and investment priorities Systems - level strategic planning Based in our Petone office close to the train station, beach and shops This is a full time posit…
Skills: Water Infrastructure Planning, Asset Lifecycle Planning, Hydraulic Modelling, Process Modelling, Stakeholder Engagement
Tiaki WaiLower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
$109k–$153k/yr
Enable delivery of change in a complex environment Contribute to Wellington Water’s transition programme to Tiaki Wai Based in Petone, flexible working This is a full time position of 40 hours per week, fixed term positi…
Skills: Business Analysis, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Continuous Improvement, Requirements Prioritisation
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
Are you passionate about horticulture and dedicated to enhancing natural landscapes? We are seeking a committed and skilled individual to join our Gardening Team on a full-time, permanent basis. This role offers the oppo…
Skills: Horticulture, Landscape Maintenance, Time Management, Health & Safety Compliance, Independent Working
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
$86k–$122k/yr
Support long-term strategic planning for critical infrastructure Contribute to outcomes that benefit communities now and for generations Based in Petone This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week. The remuneration…
Skills: Strategic Planning, Data Analysis, Infrastructure Planning, Systems Thinking, Risk Analysis
Tiaki WaiLower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
Shape strategic investment into better outcomes for communities. Lead and mentor experienced Programme Managers to deliver excellence Play a pivotal role in transforming the way capital programmes are delivered This is a…
Skills: Programme Management, Strategic Investment, Infrastructure Delivery, Stakeholder Management, Financial Oversight
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
$126k–$178k/yr
Opportunity to further your leadership skills Leading stormwater and wastewater hydraulic modelling projects, delivering high-quality models Hybrid working between Petone office location and home This is a fulltime role …
Skills: Hydraulic Modelling, Stormwater Modelling, Wastewater Modelling, Team Leadership, Project Management
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
$86k–$122k/yr
Lead a critical service that supports communities every day Based out of the Pomare Depot Permanent, Full-time role The remuneration range for this role is $86,230 to $121,736 (including KiwiSaver). We anticipate paying …
Skills: Team Leadership, Drainage Operations, Pipeline Maintenance, Operational Planning, Problem Solving
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
$86k–$122k/yr
Apply your engineering expertise to real-world water infrastructure projects, investigations and incident response Join a team dedicated to the operation and improvement of critical three waters infrastructure Help shape…
Skills: Water Infrastructure Engineering, Asset Management, Project Management, Incident Response, Drinking Water Network Operation
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Provide proactive executive administrative support to the Chief Customer Officer and Chief Finance Officer, including diary management and travel coordination. Develop and maintain office procedures while building collaborative relationships across the organization and with external stakeholders.
Requires an experienced Executive Assistant with exceptional planning, organizational, and administrative skills. Candidates must demonstrate high-level communication abilities, professional discretion, and proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
A proactive self-starter with proven executive administrative capabilities
Provide support and advice to two Chief Officers
Based at our Petone Office, Wellington
This is a full time, permanent position of 40 hours per week
The remuneration range for this role is $74,325 to $104,929 (including KiwiSaver) depending on skills and experience.
We are seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to provide proactive support to the Chief Customer Officer and the Chief Finance Officer. This is a busy role supporting two senior leaders so your professional skills and advice will enable them to perform their responsibilities efficiently and effectively.
Provide executive administrative support to the Chief Customer Officer and the Chief Finance Officer including diary management and correspondence.
Proactively plan and schedule meetings, agendas, travel arrangements and events.
Develop and maintain effective office procedures, document management systems and reporting.
Assis in the planning and execution of group projects.
Build collaborative working relationships across the Executive Assistant network, external stakeholders and the wider organisation.
As an experienced Executive Assistant, you will thrive in a busy environment, work effortlessly under pressure and manage competing priorities efficiently and professionally. Your administrative, planning and organisational skills will be of the highest calibre in line with the responsibilities of the role.
To be successful in this role you will bring:
An exceptional standard of planning and organising, coupled with administrative excellence and technical expertise.
Professional relationship management with the ability to build rapport quicky, encompass a collaborative working style with influence and adaptability.
Proven ability to display discretion, confidentiality and integrity in all interactions.
High-level communication skills, excellent written and verbal capabilities.
Excellence in Microsoft Office suite, including MS Teams, PowerPoint and Excel
At Tiaki Wai, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.
Our benefits include:
Flexible working arrangements including up to 2 days working from home
Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annually
Formal and informal professional development opportunities
5 weeks annual leave accrual will be available following 2 years of continual service
For a full list of our employee benefits click here.
Tiaki Wai is a council-owned organisation responsible for managing the delivery of drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater services across Hutt Valley, Porirua, and Wellington.
We manage public-owned extensive water infrastructure and oversee the delivery of safe and reliable services for our communities. We focus on long-term investment, asset management, maintenance, and delivering major infrastructure projects that support public health, environmental protection, and regional growth.
Water is a precious taonga. At Tiaki Wai, we put care into every drop and are guided by our values of Integrity, Care, and Leadership. We work directly with water consumers and in partnership with councils and mana whenua to deliver better water outcomes for current and future generations.
To view a copy of the position description: click here
To apply for the role, click on the ‘apply’ button or visit the Tiaki Wai Careers site, if you are a Tiaki Wai employee please apply using your work email.
For further information, email: [email protected]
Applicants for safety sensitive roles will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Tiaki Wai. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand or eligible to obtain a working visa.
Our water, our future.
Our water, our future. Wellington Water is a Council Controlled Organisation (CCO) that manages the water infrastructure assets on behalf of Wellington, Hutt, Upper Hutt and Porirua city councils, South Wairarapa District Council, and Greater Wellington Regional Council, from source to sea. This includes all three waters - water supply, stormwater and wastewater. We supply water, plan, investigate, design, project manage and maintain pipes, reservoirs and pump stations in the region. We are passionate about water conservation, efficiency and providing the best level of service for ratepayers in the Wellington region. Want to work with us? People work at Wellington Water because they want to make a difference. If you want to help deliver great outcomes to the community and influence the health, environment and wellbeing of the region, then our fast-paced company wants to hear from you! We’re always on the lookout for great engineers, planners, operators and business folk with a passion and interest in the environment and the water industry. In our fun, family friendly and flexible working environment, you will thrive if you value collaboration, hard work and delivering results. If this sounds like you, then register your interest in working for us today at https://careers.wellingtonwater.co.nz/ and hear what’s it’s like to work at Wellington Water from the people who work here.
Offices: Level 4, IBM Building, 25 Victoria Street, Petone, Lower Hutt, Wellington 5012, NZ
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