Electrical Technician - Water facilities

Ventia; Blacktown; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VenPerks benefits

Paid parental leave

Discounts on private health insurance

Hotels discounts

Car hire discounts

Retail discounts

Job summary

Ventia is seeking a skilled Electrical Technician to join the Western Sydney Airport project, focusing on water and wastewater facilities. The role covers inspection, maintenance, testing, fault-finding and repair across electrical, instrumentation, control, mechanical and process systems to support asset reliability and safety.

You will work Monday to Friday, 7:00am–3:00pm, with a rotating on-call roster and opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• Maintenance, testing and fault-finding of electrical, instrumentation and control systems.
• Maintenance of pumps, motors, valves, dosing systems and instrumentation.
• HV/LV electrical infrastructure maintenance in accordance with standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, test and fault find across water/wastewater facilities.
• Record maintenance data in CMMS and asset registers.
• Coordinate with contractors for specialised maintenance and repairs.
• Participate in emergency response and after-hours calls.
• Ensure compliance with WHS and environmental procedures.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

PLC/SCADA maintenance

Fault finding

Water treatment operations

HV switching

Teamwork

Education

NSW Electrical Licence

Tools

SCADA system

Job description

Electrical Technician - Water facilities

15h ago , from Ventia Services Group Limited

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Transport Sector for an experienced Electrical Technician to join our team at Western Sydney Airport.

The role is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, testing, fault-finding and repair of electrical, instrumentation, control, mechanical and process systems supporting water and wastewater treatment facilities. You will contribute to asset reliability, regulatory compliance, operational performance and safety through the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance activities.

Start Date: As soon as possible
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am–3:00pm
On-Call: Rotating roster – 1 week on call, followed by 2 weeks off

Why Join Us?

• Be part of the delivery and ongoing operation of the new Western Sydney Airport.


• Secure a long-term contract offering stability and career development.


• Access to overtime, with opportunities to elect for additional hours as workloads fluctuate throughout the year.


• Career opportunities with a leading ASX-listed company, offering stability and long-term growth.


• Access to VenPerks, including paid parental leave and discounts on private health insurance, hotels, car hire, retail and much more.

Key Accountabilities

• Conduct routine inspection, maintenance, testing, calibration, and fault finding across water and wastewater treatment facilities.


• Maintain pumps, motors, valves, dosing systems, instrumentation, SCADA/PLC, and associated plant and equipment.


• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on HV/LV electrical infrastructure in accordance with relevant standards and procedures.


• Assist with the operation and maintenance of wastewater, recycled water, and associated infrastructure.


• Record maintenance, inspections, test results, and asset information in maintenance management systems.


• Coordinate and supervise specialist contractors undertaking maintenance, testing, and repairs.


• Participate in emergency response and after-hours callouts as required.


• Ensure all work complies with WHS, environmental legislation, and airport operational procedures.

About You

• Australian Citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance.


• NSW Electrical Licence


• Current NSW Driver’s Licence


• Demonstrated experience in water treatment operations and maintenance


• Experience maintaining electrical, mechanical and process equipment


• Experience with HV switching and electrical operations


• PLC/SCADA maintenance and fault-finding experience


• Current First Aid, CPR and LVR certification


• Working at Heights certification


• Confined Spaces certification


• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team


• Strong written and verbal communication skills

About VentiaAs a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential. Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.