Senior Systems Administrator
Talent has partnered with WWL to build and grown their teams for the delivery and support of some key programmes of work to ensure that the technology systems and people are primed for the future.
We’re looking for people who are passionate about being part of a team that delivers essential services to our communities. You’ll enjoy a workplace with inclusivity at its core and be part of a team that’s united by passion, dedication, and fosters a shared care for water and their community.
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a senior systems administrator to join our team at a pivotal time of growth and transformation. As part of a tight-knit, collaborative team, you’ll be responsible for supporting our corporate backend systems, leading technical delivery of new initiatives, and working closely with internal stakeholders and third-party partners.
In this role, you will be responsible for
- Manage and improve corporate infrastructure in support of the key programmes of work, working closely with the existing senior systems administrator, the wider Digital Operations team and the manager Digital Operations.
- Supporting the delivery of a programme of work with organisation-wide impact
- Leading technical efforts across a hybrid cloud environment
- Maintaining and enhancing the reliability and performance of critical systems, both legacy and new.
About you
To be successful in this role you will bring:
- A senior level of experience as a Systems Administrator, or Level 3 Systems Engineer, with an excellent knowledge of Microsoft infrastructure and environments
- Broad expertise in infrastructure and cloud technologies, including Azure and AWS
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and collaborate both internally and externally
More importantly, you will be a team player who takes pride in contributing to meaningful work.
Benefits
Wellington Water’s purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; they foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. Wellington Water genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.
You’ll enjoy benefits including:
- hybrid working arrangements
- 5 weeks annual leave following two years of continual service
- a comprehensive wellbeing programme, which includes a range of health benefits, discounted medical insurance and a paid wellbeing day
- formal and informal professional development opportunities
- one paid day a year to participate in voluntary work on a water-related activity.
About Water Wellington
Wellington Water is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa. Their job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater, and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. They’re a multi-council owned entity, tasked to manage the infrastructure and deliver water services to our communities.
The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at their organisational heart. Their people are passionate about providing waters services for our communities and environment which is reflective in their values; Tangata Tiaki, Whānau and Mana.
Applications close Thursday 10th July 2025. We will be reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the closing date to arrange an initial interview. Excited by this opportunity? We’d love to hear from you-apply today!
Applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Wellington Water. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand or eligible to obtain a working visa.