Gas & Utilities Field Technician — Maintenance & Emergency

Downer; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term opportunity

Training & development

Supportive team culture

Career development across energy &

Job summary

Downer in Adelaide is seeking a safety‑mocused, hands‑on Team Member to perform gas, civil and utility maintenance and construction activities. You will work within a field team, delivering safe, high‑quality services with strong customer focus.

You’ll participate in emergency response, operate tools and equipment safely, and contribute to zero harm and environmental standards while maintaining records and supporting customers in public environments.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted Driver's Licence.
• Medium or Heavy Rigid Truck Licence.
• Practical mechanical aptitude and experience using tools and equipment.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use mobile technology, tablets and computer-based systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Certificate II or III in Gas Operations, or currently working towards a Certificate II.
• Excavator Licence.
• Experience in utilities such as gas, water, telecommunications or power.
• Field-based construction or maintenance experience.
• Emergency response or on-call roster experience.

Responsibilities

• Completing gas, civil and utility maintenance and construction activities.
• Participating in emergency response activities, including an after-hours roster.
• Operating tools, plant and equipment safely and effectively.
• Working in accordance with Downer's Zero Harm, environmental and quality standards.
• Completing job records, timesheets and required documentation accurately.
• Delivering excellent customer service while working in public environments.

Skills

Driver's licence

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Mobile/tablet/computer use

Teamwork

Education

Certificate II in Gas Operations (or working towards)

Tools

Excavator Licence

MR/HR Truck Licence

Job description

Downer in Adelaide is seeking a safety‑mocused, hands‑on Team Member to perform gas, civil and utility maintenance and construction activities. You will work within a field team, delivering safe, high‑quality services with strong customer focus.

You’ll participate in emergency response, operate tools and equipment safely, and contribute to zero harm and environmental standards while maintaining records and supporting customers in public environments.