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Three year apprenticeship to become an Industrial fitter
Fantastic team culture with supportive people leader
Role based at our Silverstream Yard with work across Wellington region
The opportunity
Are you mechanically minded, eager to learn, and looking for a career that combines hands-on work with nationally recognised qualifications?
We're looking for a Mechanical Apprentice to join our Utilities team. Through a structured apprenticeship programme and on-the-job training, you'll develop the skills and experience required to become a trade-qualified Industrial Fitter, helping maintain critical water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure across the Wellington region.
As a Mechanical Apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced tradespeople maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment at pump stations and utility assets across the Three Waters network. You'll progressively build your technical skills, take on increasing responsibility, and contribute to providing reliable water services to our communities.
About the role
Completing a structured apprenticeship programme while gaining practical, on-the-job experience
Assisting with the maintenance, inspection and repair of mechanical assets across water, wastewater and stormwater networks
Learning to diagnose faults and complete repairs on utility equipment and systems
Using mobile technology, equipment, and systems to record work activities
Participating in the standby roster and supporting emergency response activities
Working safely and contributing to a strong health, safety and environmental culture
Building technical knowledge and progressing toward trade qualification milestones
What’s in it for you?
We offer ongoing training, development, and support to gain industry recognised qualifications and certifications
The ability for extra earning through overtime and on call work
Company benefits depend on employer (Fulton Hogan or Tiaki Wai)
A commitment to your health, safety, and wellbeing
A busy, challenging, and fulfilling job making an impact for generations to come
About you
To be successful in this role you will bring:
A genuine interest in mechanical trades and industrial maintenance
A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude
A commitment to health and safety
Reliability, teamwork and a strong work ethic
Effective communication skills and a customer-focused approach
A Full Class 1 Driver Licence is a must! Class 2 preferrable, or able to gain. And, you are able to drive manual
Confined space, workings at heights, health and safety certs preferrable.
About us
Tiaki Wai works in partnership with Fulton Hogan (an Alliance) to improve three water services across the Greater Wellington Region. The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at the organisations heart. Our people are passionate about providing three waters services for our communities and environment.
The Alliance outcomes are delivered through a combined workforce between Tiaki Wai and Fulton Hogan, which enables shared resourcing and innovative solutions for the regions water networks.
We have a career pathway - placement and applicable rates are based on your existing skills, experience and qualifications.
To view a copy of the position description click here
Applications close 3 September 2026 . We will be reviewing and progressing applications as they’re received, so don’t delay – apply today!
How to apply:
To apply for the role, click on the “apply” button or visit the Wellington Water Careers site. You will be asked to upload a CV, cover letter, and answer a few short questions about your skills and experience.
All applicants will be required to undergo Pre employment checks: MOJ, NZTA, ACC and Pre employment medical including drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand.