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About the Company

Every day our people provide reliable and trusted water services for more than 1.8 million South Australians. Our work helps ensure this state is a sustainable and healthy place to work and live.

Our business supports our state’s prosperity and is significant in both size and impact. With a commitment to being climate-ready, we are guided by environmental goals and practices that enable continued service delivery, not just for today’s community, but for future generations.

For more than 165 years we have been delivering services for South Australians. Ongoing adaptation is necessary, and our people are encouraged to share and develop innovative solutions and fresh ideas.

In short, we make a positive different to the lives of South Australians and the communities they live in every day.

About the job

Join SA Water as a Barrage Attendant and play an important role in the safe operation, maintenance and management of South Australia’s unique barrage and environmental infrastructure. Based in Goolwa, this role will see you working across the Lower Lakes and Coorong system, supporting the operation of barrages, locks and associated structures while contributing to water quality, environmental outcomes and safe public access.

Working alongside management, customers, landholders, contractors and key stakeholders, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering reliable services and maintaining these important community assets.

About You

You are a reliable team member who enjoys working outdoors and contributing to the maintenance of important community infrastructure. You bring strong communication skills, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work collaboratively while delivering a high standard of service to customers and stakeholders.

About Operations and Maintenance 

The Operations & Maintenance team oversees the management of our water, wastewater and River Murray activities and conducts operational control activities for a secure water supply. The team is responsible for both planned and unplanned maintenance activities, integrating corrective, preventive, predictive, and precision maintenance strategies. They aim to meet availability, performance, cost, and risk targets by leveraging technical asset maintenance and reliability expertise. Operations & Maintenance strives to deliver smart and reliable services to customers while enhancing overall operational efficiency.

In addition, your responsibilities will include:

• Operating lock chambers and associated infrastructure to facilitate safe navigation along the River Murray.
• Assisting with the operation and maintenance of locks, barrages, fishways and environmental management structures.
• Conducting routine inspections and collecting accurate operational and environmental data.
• Maintaining public facilities and providing a high level of customer service to river users and visitors.
• Supporting river flow management activities in accordance with operational requirements.
• Operating and maintaining tools, plant, equipment and vehicles safely and effectively.
• Contributing to a strong safety culture through hazard identification, incident reporting and compliance with safe work practices.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, contractors, customers and other stakeholders.
• Participating in environmental monitoring activities, including fishway operations and fish movement monitoring.

Your success in this role will come from:

Essential:

• Basic computer skills in common applications such as Word, Excel and Email.
• Ability to effectively utilise electronic measuring devices, plant, equipment and hand tools.
• Ability to utilise JHA’s, SWMS and SWP’s, identify hazards and report near misses and incidents.
• Ability to communicate effectively (both written and verbal) and undertake basic calculations.
• White Card and Current and valid driver’s licence.

Desirable:

• Understanding of river systems and general operation of barrages, locks and environmental structures.
• Restricted Coxswain Certificate and Boat Licence.
• Forklift licence and/or any other relevant tickets.

Further information can be found in the attached PD – Barrage Attendant.pdf

To apply, click 'Apply'. Please submit and complete the application form, upload a cover letter and current resume. For enquiries, please contact Kate Kitanovski from the Talent Acquisition team kate.kitanovski@sawater.com.au

Applications close 3pm, Friday 7th August 2026

A great customer experience is best achieved by having a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, members of the LGBTQA+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Our Industry is like no other. Dive into the wonderful world of water and explore the boundless opportunities. Learn more about the water industry at careersinwater.com.au