Hydro Excavation Truck Operator

North East Water; Wodonga; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly RDO

9-day fortnight

12% superannuation

1 paid day off per month

Job summary

North East Water is seeking a Hydro Excavation Truck Operator to deliver reliable hydro services for sewer and water networks in the North East region. You will operate hydro excavation, manage asset maintenance and respond to incidents while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

The role offers full-time ongoing employment with a monthly RDO and flexible work options. Training and development opportunities will expand your knowledge of hydro services and the water industry.

Qualifications

• Experience using specialised hydro excavation, vacuum recovery, jetting and/or CCTV inspection equipment in a utilities, plumbing, water, wastewater and/or civil infrastructure or similar environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of water and wastewater infrastructure maintenance.
• Proven ability to assess risks, apply safety procedures and operate effectively in high-risk environments.
• A willingness to learn with a positive attitude and commitment to teamwork.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to complete electronic work orders and safety forms.
• Current driver licence (required), a Victorian White Card and Heavy Rigid licence (desirable but not required, willingness to obtain is essential).

Responsibilities

• Hydro excavation, utility exposure and non-destructive digging services.
• Asset maintenance on sewer and water networks, including cleaning, flushing and debris removal.
• Reviewing inspection findings to identify asset risks.
• Supporting preventative maintenance programs and network optimisation initiatives.
• Responding to operational incidents, emergency events and maintenance activities.
• Inspections, maintenance, and fault reporting for vehicles, plant and specialised equipment.
• Ensuring safety and compliance, using risk assessments and high-risk work controls.
• Completing work orders, inspection reports and maintenance records.
• Liaising with customers, contractors and colleagues, and providing operational support.

Skills

Driver licence

White Card

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Electronic work orders

Tools

Hydro excavation equipment

Vacuum recovery

Jetting equipment

CCTV inspection equipment

Job description

The Hydro Excavation Truck Operator ensures reliable, efficient and customer-focused hydro services to support our sewer and water network performance, maintenance, renewals and projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Hydro excavation, utility exposure and non-destructive digging services.
• Asset maintenance on sewer and water networks, including cleaning, flushing and debris removal.
• Reviewing inspection findings to identify asset risks.
• Supporting preventative maintenance programs and network optimisation initiatives.
• Responding to operational incidents, emergency events and maintenance activities.
• Inspections, maintenance, and fault reporting for vehicles, plant and specialised equipment.
• Ensuring safety and compliance, using risk assessments and high-risk work controls.
• Completing work orders, inspection reports and maintenance records.
• Liaising with customers, contractors and colleagues, and providing operational support.

The Hydro Services team will provide scheduled maintenance and emergency response across the North East Water operating region. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to get out and about in the beautiful north east region.

You will be provided with a range of comprehensive training and learning opportunities, allowing you to expand your knowledge and skills in hydro services and the water industry.

This role is a full-time ongoing opportunity, including a monthly RDO and flexible work options.

To view the position description, please visit www.newater.com.au/careers

What we’re looking for

Please address the below key selection criteria in your application:

• Experience using specialised hydro excavation, vacuum recovery, jetting and/or CCTV inspection equipment in a utilities, plumbing, water, wastewater and/or civil infrastructure or similar environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of water and wastewater infrastructure maintenance.
• Proven ability to assess risks, apply safety procedures and operate effectively in high-risk environments.
• A willingness to learn with a positive attitude and commitment to teamwork.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to complete electronic work orders (job sheets) and safety forms.
• Current driver licence (required), a Victorian White Card and Heavy Rigid licence (desirable but not required, a willingness to obtain is essential).

Why work for us?

• Getting out and about in the beautiful north east region,
• Outstanding work-life balance with a range of flexible working arrangements including a 9-day fortnight and the option to purchase additional leave,
• Professional development through a range of on-the-job and external training, leadership development programs, mentoring and secondment opportunities,
• Annual salary increases and 12% superannuation,
• Wide variety of leave types including 1 paid day off per month to use as you choose,
• 15 weeks paid primary caregiver leave and 3 weeks secondary caregiver leave,
• 24/7 confidential wellbeing support and psychology sessions available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP),
• Discounted gym and pool memberships through Fitness Passport,
• Reimbursements for allied health treatments,
• Discounted private health cover,
• Onsite flu vaccination and skin check clinics annually,
• Social club,
• plus much, much more! https://www.newater.com.au/careers/why-work-with-us

Position Information

• Location: Based at our Regional Headquarters in Wodonga.
• Employment Type: Full-time, ongoing including a monthly RDO and flexible work options (such as a 9-day fortnight).
• General hours of work are between 7:30am and 4pm (Monday to Friday).
• Pre-employment checks: Successful applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including a police check and pre-employment medical and functional testing prior to commencement (organised and paid for by NEW).
• Application requirement: Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

Salary Information

• $73,189 to $84,593 plus 12% superannuation depending on skills and experience.
• This role receives our industry and wastewater allowances which add over $3,100 to your remuneration per year!
• Mobile phone, laptop and uniform (including PPE) provided by North East Water.

Have questions? Get in touch!

Please do not hesitate to contact Aaron Sewell, Acting Manager Operations Projects & Maintenance on 0419 747 019.

Alternatively, you can contact Sienna from our People & Culture team via email [e-mail]