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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 lock attendant to operate and maintain locks, weirs, fishways and floodplain structures, providing safe navigation through our river based structures, managing the river flow, collecting data and maintaining grounds and facilities.

The successful applicant will be required to live at the Lock where a house is provided for which rent is payable. Lock 6 is situated on the River Murray at Murtho in South Australia.

Applicants must be available to be rostered to work every second weekend.

About you

You’re a team player who also works well independently, with a strong focus on safety and professionalism. Comfortable in confined spaces and at heights, you bring a customer-first mindset and a willingness to learn and take on varied tasks.

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.

Your responsibilities for this opportunity 

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. 

• Ensuring safe public access to locks and facilities, providing river information, maintaining high service levels, resolving issues promptly, and building good relations with stakeholders.
• Adhering to Health & Safety policies, participating in team activities, complying with asset management systems, and utilizing relevant systems and procedures.
• Following environmental policies, assisting with fish movement monitoring, and maintaining environmental assets.
• Help operate and maintain lock and weir structures, ensure safe navigation, manage river flow, collect data, inspect infrastructure, and assist with fishway operations and maintenance.

Your success in this role will come from: 

Essential:

• Proven ability to use modern computer programs and reporting systems effectively
• A current Driver’s Licence and White Card
• Strong understanding of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Safe Work Procedures (SWPs), with the ability to identify and report hazards, near misses, and incidents
• Competence in using electronic measuring devices, plant, equipment, and hand tools
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations

Desirable:

• Knowledge of river systems and experience with the operation of Locks, Weirs, and environmental water infrastructure
• A Restricted Coxswain Certificate and valid Boat Licence
• Certificate III in Water Operations or working towards it
• Licences to operate a Crane Truck and Excavator 

Standard hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday

Rostered every second Weekend: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 

Further information can be found in the attached PD - Lock 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 4:00pm Thursday 9th October 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.