Gas Technician/labourer

About us

WM New Zealand is New Zealand's leading resource recovery, recycling, and waste management, provider. We’re committed to safeguarding our beautiful environment through sustainable management of our valuable resources. Put simply, sustainability is what we do.

About the role

We are seeking a Gas Technician to support the safe and efficient operation of landfill gas and leachate systems. Reporting to line management, you will help execute operational plans by monitoring, maintaining, and improving landfill infrastructure to ensure environmental compliance and operational performance.

This role is based at our Tirohia Landfill site. 

This is a hands-on field-based role requiring strong technical capability, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute operational plans in line with business strategy, ensuring optimal cost, quality, and timeframes.

• Monitor and record landfill leachate levels to ensure effective destruction and treatment.

• Install, maintain, and repair gas field pipework and leachate pipe systems.

• Conduct field gas monitoring at well heads and adjust systems as required.

• Carry out FID monitoring, reporting, and system checks.

• Operate LEU and flare systems safely and efficiently.

• Complete required documentation and promptly report faults or issues with equipment, leachate, or pipework.

• Investigate and report customer complaints in line with company procedures.

• Maintain high standards of professional conduct, personal presentation, and company image.

• Identify opportunities to review, improve, and continuously enhance service quality.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and business rules.

About you

You’re practical, reliable, and technically capable, with experience working in operational or industrial environments. You take pride in doing the job right, understand the importance of compliance, and are comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

You’ll bring:

• Basic IT skills.

• Knowledge of gas monitoring equipment.

• Certified Mechanic qualification or equivalent trade experience.

• Experience with plastic pipe welding and pipe installation.

• Experience operating treatment or processing plants.

• A full, valid New Zealand driver’s licence.

• The ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team environment.

What’s in it for you?

This is an opportunity to work in a critical operational role that directly supports environmental protection and sustainability outcomes. You’ll join a stable, well-established organisation offering competitive remuneration, ongoing training, and the chance to build a long-term career in the waste and resource recovery industry.

How to apply

To apply for this role, click Apply Now.

Please note — we do not always work to fixed closing dates and may begin reviewing applications as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.

WM is an EEO employer and promotes drug and alcohol-free workplaces.

You must be based in New Zealand and hold a current work visa, residency, or New Zealand citizenship.