Field Service & Calibration Technician page is loaded## Field Service & Calibration Technicianlocations:
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JR **He kōrero mō mātou | About Watercare**Ki te ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora te tangata
*When the water is healthy, the land and the people are healthy*Now is an exciting time to join Watercare, we're planning to spend $14 billion over the next 10 years to ensure we can continue to support our growing city in a climate-resilient way. When you average that out, that's an investment of $3.8 million every day!## He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi | About the Role Watercare is seeking a **motivated early‐career or graduate Field Service and Calibration Technician.** to support the operation, calibration, and reliability of air quality monitoring equipment across New Zealand. This is a **hands‐on, field‐based role** well suited to someone at the start of their technical career who is keen to build practical experience with **advanced air quality instrumentation**. You’ll be supported to learn how to calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment on site to ensure accurate, high‐quality monitoring data. Around **60–70% of your time** will be spent in the field, with **3–4 overnight stays per month**. Key responsibilities include:* Calibrating, verifying, and maintaining air quality monitoring instruments* Diagnosing faults and resolving equipment issues on site wherever possible* Installing and commissioning monitoring equipment and supporting system upgrades* Applying practical problem‐solving and ingenuity in real‐world field environments* Maintaining accurate service and calibration records (ISO 17025 aligned)* Performing data validation* Championing health, safety, and continuous improvement## ## Ngā pūkenga e rapu nei mātou | About You This role is ideal for someone **early in their career or recently graduated**, who enjoys hands‐on technical work and learning on the job. You’ll bring:* A practical, hands‐on mindset with strong problem‐solving skills* An interest in air quality monitoring, instrumentation, electronics, or calibration* A **relevant qualification** (e.g. Electronics, Electrical, Environmental Science, or similar)* Strong attention to detail and good documentation skills* A full NZ driver’s licence and willingness to travel**Previous experience in air quality or environmental monitoring is an advantage, but not essential** — we’re primarily looking for **curiosity, initiative, and a genuine desire to learn and grow** in a technical field‐based role.**Ngā hua mōu | What's in it for you**We offer a competitive salary and staff benefits package including:
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Training and development opportunities
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Life and income protection insurance plans
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Generous parental leave
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