Lead Water Network Technician – Mains Cleaning & Safety

SA Water; Gnadenfrei; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Water is seeking a Senior Water Network Technician to lead water main cleaning, ancillary maintenance and water quality activities across South Australia. You will supervise field crews, coordinate contractors and ensure safe, reliable network performance.

This hands-on leadership role requires a Certificate 3 in Water Operations (or willingness to complete), front-line leadership experience, and strong customer service and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Hands-on water operations background with maintenance experience.
• Ability to lead field teams and coordinate contractors.
• Strong safety culture and ownership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver water main cleaning, maintenance and water quality activities across the network.
• Coordinate field works, contractors and incident responses to ensure safe and efficient outcomes.
• Champion a strong safety culture by identifying risks and promoting safe work practices.
• Investigate issues and apply technical expertise to maintain water quality and network performance.
• Use technology and operational systems to support field activities, reporting and compliance.
• Provide excellent customer service and build positive relationships with customers, colleagues and stakeholders.

Skills

Front line leadership

Advanced customer service

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate 3 in Water Operations

Job description

SA Water is seeking a Senior Water Network Technician to lead water main cleaning, ancillary maintenance and water quality activities across South Australia. You will supervise field crews, coordinate contractors and ensure safe, reliable network performance.

This hands-on leadership role requires a Certificate 3 in Water Operations (or willingness to complete), front-line leadership experience, and strong customer service and communication skills.