Maintenance Supervisor

Veolia Environmental Services • Wellington, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Veolia Australia & New Zealand is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance operations and ensure the optimal reliability of their state-of-the-art facility. The role involves overseeing critical systems such as dewatering, Thermal Hydrolysis, anaerobic digestion, and thermal dryer units, while promoting a proactive, safety-first maintenance culture. Veolia is a global leader in environmental services, committed to ecological transformation through sustainable water and waste management solutions, and operates in over 57 countries with approximately 6500 employees in Australia & New Zealand.

Requirements

• Relevant trade or tertiary qualification in mechanical, electrical, or process maintenance
• Proven leadership experience managing maintenance teams in industrial settings
• Strong background in proactive maintenance strategies (RCM, TPM) for complex mechanical/process assets
• Experience in water/wastewater or similar high-compliance industrial environments
• Demonstrated ability to manage safety-critical maintenance in regulated environments
• Proficiency with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
• Full, clean NZ driver's license
• Unwavering commitment to health and safety ("Always Safe" culture)
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, can-do attitude
• Excellent communication and stakeholder relationship-building abilities
• Ability to work autonomously while coordinating team resources
• Proficiency with Google Suite and CMMS software

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of SCADA/PLC control systems
• Familiarity with ISO9001/ISO14001 standards
• Willingness to participate in after-hours on-call rosters

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the daily maintenance team, assigning tasks and ensuring high-quality work completion
• Maintain all safety-critical equipment and control systems to the highest compliance standards
• Shift the team from reactive to proactive maintenance, preventing equipment failures before they occur
• Coordinate routine and specialized maintenance for key facility assets
• Manage maintenance budgets, work orders, and external contractors
• Maintain accurate compliance records and monitor plant performance
• Collaborate with operations teams to maximize plant availability
• Foster continuous improvement and safety-first practices

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• A great team focused working environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Stable employment with a reputable, world leading, 3 waters Network focused organisation
• Meaningful work that contributes to the well-being of our community and keeps the cogs of society turning
• Employee assistance programs (EAP) through assure which covers mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and career transition support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree