Position Title
REF 1735: Engineer (DMA and Distribution Network Services)
About Our Organisation

The Water Authority of Fiji is a corporate body established under the Water Authority of Fiji Act 2007 to make provision for the effective management and administration of the Water and the wastewater systems.

We are responsible for providing access to quality drinking water and wastewater services to over 159,000 and 33,540 residential and non-residential metered customers in the urban areas of Fiji and also setting up water supply systems in rural areas.

Position Objective

The Engineer for DMA & Distribution Network Services shall operate under the supervision of the Senior Engineer Network. The incumbent will collaborate closely with the Regional Engineer Central Eastern and Team Leader Water Operations, to provide operational and technical guidance for both the operational and DMA functions.

The primary objective is to enhance service delivery, operational efficiency, and the reliability of the water supply across the designated geographical area, encompassing the Tamavua Supply Zones, Naboro, Navua & Deuba Supply zone system, and assisting the Engineer DMA & DNS for the Viria, Waila supply Zone & and Maritime metered Scheme.

This function requires the incumbent to provide technical and strategic advice as well as to undertake effective and efficient planning for key engineering outcomes required for the successful achievement of the goals outline under WAF’s Strategic Plan. This position shall report directly to the Senior Engineer Network with indirect reporting to the Manager Regional Operations.

Key Accountabilities
  1. Robust engineering services provided
      • Budget expenditure effectively monitored and annual expenditure maintained within annual budget.
      • budget variations effectively addressed in consultation with the Finance SBURealistic annual Water Operations: OPEX and CAPEX budgets developed in consultation with the Team Leader
      • Water Operations, Supervisors and Technical Officers and Store Officers.
    • DMA function and long-term objectives effectively analysed, studied and unders
    • Engineering support to ensure that long-term objectives are met, effectively and efficiently provided
      • DMA projects and teams effectively managed ensuring deliverables, schedules, and budgets are monitored and achieved
      • Annual Work/Business Plan for the DMA unit effectively contributed to, monitored and supported through robust engineering advice/work
      • Risk Register for the DMA unit effectively contribute to, monitored and supported through robust engineering advice/work and through sound procurement process.
      • Short/long term maintenance management plans are updated and accessible at all times
      • Achievement of Annual Unaccounted for Water Targets in line with Annual Business Plan and Strategic Plan
    • Standard Operating Procedures for all DMA operations and projects developed, periodically reviewed and refined together with DMA team
      • Standard Operating Procedures are developed through cross department consultation, approved and implemented
    • Carry out improvement works in the water operations assets through
      • Conditional Assessment of the existing assets
      • Implement improvement plans and execute through Request for Quotation (RFQ) or Request for Tender (RFT)
      • Carry out RFQ Evaluation matrix and ensure timely procurement of fittings and materials in the water network repairs and maintenance.
      • Carry out Internal Requisition Orders for approvals and ensure the facilitation of purchase order, small contracts and contracts of all operation maintenance works in the networks.
      • Monitor implementation of small contracts and contracts within the network.
      • Compile and submit timely (monthly reports on tall works delivery.
      • Ensure works are delivered as per engineering standards and specifications with closure.
      • Ensure always critical fittings are readily available in stock for Repair & Maintenance.
      • Ensure emergency operational stock are managed
    • Develop, drive and deliver operational improvements to increase efficiency in reactive maintenance reducing duration time and money spent on unplanned repairs, review efficiency of repair techniques, tools, equipment and manpower assignment to maximise efficiency
    • Review complaint data to establish a baseline data relating to time needed, resources required, manpower and machine requirements to determine the average time and resources needed for a complaint and associated cost.
    • Review complaint scheduling and planning to improve aspects of planning, execution and closure in an effort to reduce the time spent on complaints improve efficiency and planning to minimize time lost on the job.
    • Timely and quality engineering planning, design and advice provided to the Team Leaders, Supervisors and Technical Officers
      • ongoing guidance and professional development support provided to the Team Leaders and their direct reports
      • preparation and oversight of construction specifications, plans, and cost estimates for DMA projects effectively delivered
      • engineering surveys, estimates, model’s business cases and related scheduling delivered in partnership with Team Leaders
      • proposal preparation and technical work scope development appropriately assisted/relevant guidance provided
    • Work collaboratively with the Leak Detection Team to target NRW activities, establish and monitor baseline DMA performance prior, during and after NRW activities targeted at DMA or DMA Zone level.
    • Undertake water system verifications, identify the gaps contributing to increased levels of Non-revenue Water (NRW) and put in place robust leakage detection practices to achieve a minimum of 5% NRW reduction per year and total of 15% NRW reduction in 3 year
    • Review the existing hydraulic constraints on the respective Water Supply Scheme and put in place improvement plans to reduce the existing intermittent supply areas to zero within 3 years’ ti
    • In consultation and coordination with the Senior Engineer Treatment and Supervisor Water Treatment, ensure that the distribution systems are regularly monitored to ensure quality drinking water is supplied in line with the NWQL guidelines.
    • In consultation and coordination with the Team Leader Wastewater Management, ensure that all wastewater operations within the area of operations are fully compliant with environmental requirements, all pump stations are regularly monitored with repairs and maintenance works effectively carried out in compliance with the set resolution guidelines
    • DMA Data effectively captured, analyzed, interpreted and used to enhance the DMA function's operational efficiency whilst also reducing non-revenue water for WAF
      • integrity of data and report-content ensured
    • Effective assistance provided to the Team Leaders in
      • educating internal stakeholders about DMA systems, processes and procedures of the Team
      • effective delivery of the organisation’s service quality commitments to internal stakeholders and external customers
      • Advice provided to stakeholders on systems, processes and procedures of the Team
    • Timely and relevant technical advice provided to the Team Leader Water Operations and Supervisors with respect to the following, ensuring successful delivery
      • DMA special projects, field studies and investigations the team undertakes
      • assignments & activities and preparation of outputs from the team
      • review and/or development and maintenance of relevant standards
      • identification, assessment and management of risks associated with tasks carried out by the DMA teams
      • formulation of technical reports and project progress reports to management for well-informed discussions and decisions
    • continuous 24/7 supply of portable water to consumers ensured
    • Effective and timely coordination with relevant internal & external parties to ensure the effective delivery of Water Operations and DMA Unit operations in accordance with internal & external parties requirements and expectations
    • Full compliance of all activities with relevant WAF policies and procedures as well as the relevant requirements of the following ensured
      • Ministry of Employment
      • Ministry of Health
      • Department of Environment
      • OHS requirements etc
    • Tender: actively participated in the tender and evaluation process through effective Chairmanship and / or member of the Evaluation Committee
    • Work closely with Regional Senior Engineer Construction and Regional Asset Planners in planning, designing and execution of capital works projects identified to improve the operations and water infrastructure under the Water Operations and DMA area of responsibility
  2. Timely, relevant and compliant reporting
    • Prepare and furnish briefs on operational issues as and when required relating to Intermitted Supply, Hydraulic Restriction and customer complaints in response to referrals received from internal or external stakeho
    • Provide monthly reporting on the bulk model recording and comparing against historical flow data to identify and report on system anomalies that could contribute to an increase in Non-Revenue Water throughout the system.
    • Analyse system behaviour based on NCC and SCADA data to diagnose service delivery issues or propose possible improvement to operations that will improve the provision of services.
    • All internal and external reporting requirements in regard to the outcomes of this role fully understood and correctly executed.
      • Robust and relevant periodic reports prepared and submitte This includes weekly progress reports on tasks, monthly reports, quarterly reports, technical reports, project proposals etc
      • Outstanding action items followed up and efficiently addressed with updates provided
      • Decision papers/reports to Executive Management and the Board supported with robust recommendations
    • Manager Regional Operations provided with useful information combined with analysis and interpretation, for the purpose of decision making.
    • Ad-hoc information/reporting requests by superiors addressed in a timely manner
    • Provide system hydraulic updates and network systematic diagram updates to the Team Leader Water Operations, Senior Engineer Network and Manager Regional Operations on a monthly basis
  3. Knowledge Management
    • Develop and update SOP’s relating to day-to-day operations, Valve Operations, Planned Preventative Maintenance Activities, End of Mains Flushing Schedule, etc.
    • Develop / update operational business continuity plans to ensure continuity of services following unplanned disruptions
    • Develop, maintain and update network schematics for Central Eastern Division Water Supply Schemes.
    • Effective implementation of Individual System Operations Plan.
    • Work collaboratively with the Leak Detection Unit to capture and report on system behaviour on a monthly basis or at other specified time interval updating and reporting flow through a Bulk Model to track system behaviour
  4. Human capital management
    • Effective oversight, coaching, mentoring of Team Leaders, Supervisors and engineering staff delivered
    • Direct reports are highly motivated and productive
    • Training needs for staff effectively monitored in partnership with the Team Leaders and Supervisors and appropriately addressed in consultation with the HR Department
    • Relevant performance measures established for staff, timely performance appraisals carried out and action items resolved (supporting both strengths and weaknesses) in consultation with the HR Department and other relevant parties
    • Effective contribution to the HR Recruitment function for relevant WAF positions ensur This shall include but not be limited to being a member of relevant recruitment interview panel
    • Disciplinary actions carried out in consultation with the HR Department and in full compliance with all relevant laws, legislations and internal requirements
  5. Teamwork and cooperation
    • Cooperation within the team and greater function / department encouraged
    • Cooperation across functions / departments ensured
    • Collaboration and leadership to achieve relevant organisational targets and goals
    • Cooperate and work in collaboration with other Utility Service Provides maintaining mutually beneficial working relationships.
    • Other related duties assigned by Manager Regional Operations, and Senior Engineer Network effectively and efficiently addressed
  6. Organisational Values promoted and demonstrated at all times
    • Support toward the alignment of deliverables to organisational values and strategic directions ensured
    • Organisational values and good corporate and governance practices are complied with in delivering outcomes ensured
Qualification and Experience Requirement
  • The applicant must possess a Degree in Civil or Mechanical or Electrical or Electronics and/or Water & Wastewater Engineering with at least 3 - 5 years’ experience in managing water & wastewater infrastructure-related projects, operations and maintenance works
Skills and Abilities
  • Achieve or exceed performance targets by facilitating the work and motivating and guiding the work group.
  • Ensure work delegated is completed in an effective and timely manner, accepts accountability.
  • Address the wider implications, consequences or causal relationships in a non-routine problem
  • Ability to identify, grow, develop and groom talent to succeed in critical roles with Regional DMA Operations. Capturing, documenting and transferring key operational knowledge to junior staffs to enable retention of technical and system knowledge.
  • Inspire others/team to achieve their best with timely developmental and constructive feedback, encouragement and guidance.
  • Sound understanding of water supply system operations, bulk infrastructure and on water treatment operations.
  • Experience with safely operating power tools and equipment with appropriate PPE.
  • Understanding Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS) and practices
  • Proven knowledge to effectively utilize information technology, including computerized control & monitoring systems (e.g. SCADA), geographical information systems, and engineering plans & drawings in making operational and maintenance decisions.
  • Demonstrated understanding of Non-Revenue Water Concepts and the Virtuous Cycle and impact / contribution Reactive Maintenance and Operations plays in reducing Non-Revenue Water Levels
  • Knowledge and understanding specific to the water & wastewater reticulation systems will be an advantage.
  • Possess a valid full driving license
How To Apply For Position

Interested candidates are advised to apply online and complete the recruitment requirements on the portal. All applications should be received no later than 24th April, 2026

INCOMPLETE & LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

Employment Type
Established
SBU

Operations

Sub-Section

DMA & Distribution Network Services

Salary Scale
$48,000.00-$60,000.00 Per year
Job Location
Wailoku Depot - Suva
Vacancy Valid Till
April 24, 2026
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