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About the Company

SA Water is a successful, modern water utility wholly owned by the Government of South Australia. We employ more than 1,700 people across a broad range of disciplines who operate more than $14 billion worth of infrastructure to deliver essential water and sewerage services to more than 1.8 million South Australians.

We operate in a geographically and climatically diverse service area, with sites and locations from Ceduna through to Port Augusta, the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands, across to the Riverland, down to Mount Gambier, and most places in between.

Our strength and expertise have been shaped by our history. For more than 165 years, South Australians have depended on us to innovate and deliver efficient and sustainable water services. With nationally and internationally recognised industry expertise, we’re focused on understanding and meeting our customers’ expectations.

As well as safely delivering smart and reliable services for our customers of today, we innovate to shape the water solutions of the future that will support thriving economies and healthy communities.

We are driven by our values; we value our people, we do work that matters, we keep it real, we know that our work has impact and we are future focussed. Staying true to our values ensures that we consistently deliver positive outcomes for all South Australians.

About the job:

We are seeking a Field Sampler to collect and test water samples from various sources. These include drinking water (to comply with Australian Drinking Water Guidelines), environmental samples (for monitoring compliance), and wastewater (to meet compliance requirements and verify control processes). You will ensure all samples are collected, tested in the field, and delivered to the laboratory according to compliance, regulatory, and customer standards.

About Science and Strategy

The Science and Strategy group employs scientific approaches to address present and upcoming challenges. They execute a strategy driven by customer preferences to elevate the SA Water brand and position us for future success.

Your responsibilities for this opportunity include:

• Collect samples like potable, waste, sewage, ground and environmental water, sludge and soils
• Maintenance of all sampling and field equipment
• Perform all required QC checks and collect required QC samples as requested
• Arrange all field consumables and sampling equipment as required for each job
• Contribute to reviewing sampling routes and sampling methods performed
• Effective collaboration to ensure team goals are achieved
• Maintaining a strong safety record, with a proactive, zero-incident approach to every task

Your success in this role will come from:

• A current and valid driver’s licence at all times, 4WD experience is highly beneficial
• Demonstrated experience in the use of field test monitoring equipment and field test methods
• Displays high attention to detail and can implement a well organised and structured approach to field testing and data entry
• High level oral and written communication skills with the ability to liaise with a variety of internal and external parties
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and other computer applications
• Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Sampling/Science or equivalent technical qualification
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience working in water and waste water systems (advantageous)
• Physically fit and capable of metro/regional and/or remote field work
• A strong safety mindset and willingness to work as part of a high-performing team

Further information can be found in the attached-  PD Field Technician.docx

Please note immunisations relevant to this position, to ensure your safety in performing the inherent requirements of this role: Hepatitis A&B and Q Fever (mandatory – wastewater handling)

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

Applications close 4pm, 25 August 2025.

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

Please note: We request that recruitment agencies do not submit candidates for this position, as they will not be accepted.