Field Technician

SA Water; Bray; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Water is seeking a Field Technician for the Robe region to perform construction, maintenance, and operational tasks on complex water and wastewater systems. You will work with a team to respond to faults, support new construction projects, and deliver preventative and corrective maintenance.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience, hold relevant tickets, and are confident operating equipment in outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar field with water or utilities is desirable.
• Hold relevant tickets and licences (e.g., working at heights, safety).
• Able to operate equipment safely and competently.

Responsibilities

• Undertake construction, maintenance and operations on water/wastewater systems.
• Lead investigations, construction, commissioning, and connections.
• Undertake environmental reporting and obtain permits/approvals.
• Perform manual handling, work at heights and confined spaces.
• Prioritise safety for self and others at all times.
• Utilise technology systems and complete electronic reporting.
• Deliver customer-focused service and represent SA Water in the community.
• Be on call as required and occasional overnight travel.

Skills

Proactive attitude

Effective communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Equipment operation

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Small machinery

MR ticket

HR ticket

Job description

At SA Water, our work sustains life. Every day, we deliver safe, reliable water and wastewater services to more than 1.8 million South Australians, supporting healthy communities across our state.

Behind this essential service are people who care. From engineering and science to construction, digital, operations and customer experience, every role plays a part. We bring our authentic selves to work, driven by purpose, supporting one another to deliver work that truly matters.

About the job

The SA Water Operations team in Robe are looking for their newest Field Technician to join their hard-working team. If you thrive in the outdoors, enjoy hands‑on work, and like the variety of no two days being the same, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. This dynamic role focuses on both construction and maintenance, where you’ll work alongside your team to deliver preventative and corrective maintenance, respond to emergencies, and support new construction projects.

About the Person

As a Field Technician, you bring a proactive, ‘can-do’ attitude and a genuine enthusiasm for working outside in a practical, hands‑on environment. You communicate effectively, work well independently, and collaborate confidently within a team. You’re driven to apply your problem‑solving and decision‑making skills to complex water systems, always aiming for the best outcome. Ideally, you have experience in a similar role, hold relevant tickets, are confident operating equipment, and are ready to hit the ground running.

About Operations and Maintenance

Operations and Maintenance (O&M) is where our essential services come to life. Our teams operate and maintain water and wastewater infrastructure right across South Australia, ensuring we continue to deliver services that communities rely on every day.

Working in O&M means hands‑on, meaningful work running treatment plants, maintaining critical assets, responding to faults, and solving real‑world problems. Depending on the role, this may include rostered hours, on‑call responsibilities, or weekend work.

Be part of a safety‑first, people‑focused team where experience is valued, learning is supported, and everyone knows their work matters today and for the future of South Australia.

Discover life at SA Water

Choosing your next career move is about more than just a role. It's about finding an organisation where you can thrive, grow and make an impact.

Hear from our people and learn more about the culture, opportunities and impact of working with us by watching our team video:

https://youtu.be/WHJ5vMR9KPk

For more employee stories and insights into life at SA Water, visit our LinkedIn Life Page:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/sa-water/life/

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)
• Occasional travel (allowances and compensation included)

Your success in this role will come from:

• Skilled in the use and maintenance of hand and power tools, small machinery and various static and mobile vehicles, plant and machinery
• Truck (MR & HR) and excavator tickets (desirable)
• Driver's license (essential)
• White Card (or willingness to obtain)Available to participate in an on‑call roster, and occasional overnight travel

Further information can be found in the attached PD - Field Technician - Position Description.pdf

Applications close 3:00pm Monday 31st 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 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