Maintenance Officer - Trade - Electrical

WaterNSW; Lake Burrendong; Hybrid; AUD 92,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

8-day fortnight

Parental leave (16 weeks)

Fertility leave

Dress code allowance

Professional development

Remote area benefits

Competitive salary + superannuation

Job summary

WaterNSW is seeking an experienced Maintenance Officer Trade - Electrical (Full-time) to maintain and service critical water infrastructure across the Burrendong cluster, including Burrendong Dam and Windermere Dam. This hands-on role involves leading small work crews, performing preventative maintenance, and supporting operational water deliveries, with hybrid work options and strong commitment to safety.

Join a dedicated team shaping reliable water supply while enjoying flexible work

Qualifications

• Electrical trade qualification.
• Current NSW Drivers Licence.
• Ability to learn maintenance, monitoring and operations of water infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance and service of water infrastructure, river systems and is completed in accordance with trade compliance, business requirements and good practice.
• Ensure delivery of accurate quantity and quality of water to customers by undertaking surveillance and monitoring of water supply assets.
• Carry out operational maintenance tasks and minor works to assist in the delivery of the preventative maintenance program, providing an initial analysis and potential improvements.
• Capture and store data for the maintenance management system and other related service systems as required.
• Undertake dam surveillance, water quality sampling, on-site water delivery operations on water storage and distribution assets and service-related functions to complete operational requirements.
• Meet emergency policies and procedures and participate in water infrastructure activities, flood, lock and piped supply/treatment operations.

Skills

Electrical trade qualification

Team leadership

Driver's Licence

Job description

Ready to make a splash in your career?

WaterNSW is seeking an experienced Maintenance Officer Trade - Electrical (Full-time) to join our team.

Step into a hands‑on electrical role where no two days are the same, supporting critical water infrastructure across the Burrendong cluster. Based at Burrendong Dam and working across a network of regional sites including Windermere Dam and the Warren Structure, this role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse mix of legacy and modern electrical systems that keep essential operations running safely and efficiently.

This role offers the flexibility to work around life, your contribution will be valued, and you’ll be supported to build a rewarding career.

Our Perks and Benefits:

At WaterNSW, we believe that our employees should be as well taken care of as our rivers, dams, and pipelines, that’s why we offer a load of benefits.

• Flexible working
• Work a 8-day fortnight at Full pay on the Enterprise Agreement
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Fertility leave
• Corporate wear allowance
• Professional development and educational assistance
• Access to remote area benefit packaging – based on work location
• Attractive Salary starting from $91,901 - $101,093 + 12% Superannuation and Allowances
• And so much more!

What you’ll do:

• Ensure maintenance and service of water infrastructure, river systems and is completed in accordance with trade compliance, business requirements and good practice.
• Ensure delivery of accurate quantity and quality of water to customers by undertaking surveillance and monitoring of water supply assets.
• Carry out operational maintenance tasks and minor works to assist in the delivery of the preventative maintenance program, providing an initial analysis and potential improvements.
• Capture and store data for the maintenance management system and other related service systems as required.
• Undertake dam surveillance, water quality sampling, on‑site water delivery operations on water storage and distribution assets and service‑related functions to complete operational requirements.
• Meet emergency policies and procedures and participate in water infrastructure activities, flood, lock and piped supply/treatment operations.

What we are looking for:

• Electrical trade qualification
• Ability to set up and lead small work groups or fill in for specific activities and relieving other team roles
• Demonstrated experience or ability to learn skills required to undertake maintenance, monitoring and operations of water infrastructure and associated services
• Current NSW Drivers Licence

How we will support you:

At WaterNSW, we balance flexibility – and the way we work – with the needs of the business, our teams, and us as individuals.

When it comes to working in an office, we work in a hybrid way. If you’re required to be in the field or on site, the benefits of flexibility can be achieved in other ways, such as through a condensed work week.

We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer and are committed to providing equal opportunities for women. Visit our WORK180 page to access our benefits and career development opportunities.

Our commitment & culture:

No matter how or where you work, safety is the number one priority. This means the physical and mental safety of you, your colleagues, and the public.

WaterNSW is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Veterans, and people from all backgrounds to apply. We celebrate the unique perspectives, knowledge and lived experience you bring and are committed to ensuring an inclusive, supportive and respectful workplace for everyone.

Who we are:

WaterNSW operates the state’s dams, capturing and storing water, and then supplying it ready for distribution – for the environment, agriculture, industry and the community. With 41 major dams and hundreds of waterways across the state, we play a vital role at the source of the state’s water, delivering two thirds of all water used in NSW.

We’re the people taking care of the state’s water at the source – capturing, storing, delivering. Find out more at waternsw.com.au.

For more information, please reach out to: [e-mail]

Please note applications for this position will close on Friday 2 October at 11:59pm

You must have full work rights in Australia to qualify for all positions at WaterNSW.

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