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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  

The SA Water Field Operations team at Port Elliot are looking for their newest Field Technician to join their experienced team. If you are a proactive individual who loves field-based work, getting the job done, and the excitement of no day being the same we would love to hear from you!

This is a dynamic role, that focuses on construction and maintenance, where you and your team will be responsible for delivering preventative, corrective maintenance, emergency response activities, and new construction projects. As a Field Technician you will bring your ‘can do’ attitude, and experience with civil operations/general labour/maintenance. You will demonstrate excellent communication skills, with an ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team. You will be driven to apply your problem-solving and decision-making skills on complex water systems, striving for optimal outcomes and resolution.

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: 

Fostering trust with our people, customers and community by providing expert advice and service that ensure we effectively communicate and engage audiences with our business strategy and its delivery across South Australia, every day. 

You will: 

• Undertake construction, maintenance, and operational tasks on complex water and wastewater systems.
• Lead water and wastewater investigations, construction, commissioning, laying mains and connections.
• Undertake environmental reporting and acquire relevant permits and approvals.
• Perform manual handling tasks, working at heights and confined space work.
• Put safety above all else, taking responsibility for your safety as well as others.
• Use technology systems and programs in accordance with procedures, and complete electronic reporting.
• Deliver excellent customer service, you will be representing SA Water in the community and strive to maintain a customer focused approach.
• Willingness to work on call (compensated), a key requirement of the role
• Occasional travel (allowances and compensation included)

Your success in this role will come from: 

• Drivers license – Essential
• White Card or willingness to obtain one
• Passionate keen and willing to learn – Essential
• Truck license, backhoe and excavator license - Highly desirable
• Skilled in the use and maintenance of hand and power tools, small machinery and various static and mobile vehicles, plant and machinery – Highly Desirable

If you are keen to join supportive team while making a difference to the South Australian community, we look forward to hearing from you as this role is a lifestyle. This full-time role operates 7.5 hours per day, 5 days per week, with a rostered on-call component with associated overtime, offering a favourable base salary of $67,083.59 (excluding super, allowances and overtime) and an array of career and training opportunities.  

Further information can be found in the attached PD –  Field Technician

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

Applications close 5pm, Thursday 4th December 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 LGBTIQA+ 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.