Operator Maintainer

Sunwater; Banana Shire; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-call allowance

12.75% superannuation

TOIL

Leave loading 17.5%

Work-life balance emphasis

Job summary

Sunwater is seeking an Operator Maintainer for Queensland's water distribution infrastructure. The role involves on-site operations, preventive and corrective maintenance, and timely repairs to meet safety and performance standards.

You will perform fault analysis, monitor asset condition, and contribute to enhancement projects while supporting a 1 in 2 on-call roster that may require weekend work.

Qualifications

• Current C Class driver's licence is required.
• Confined Space and Working at Heights tickets or ability to obtain them.
• Willingness to work outdoors in a physically active role.
• Certificate III in Water Operations or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver operational and maintenance activities safely and efficiently.
• Conduct fault analysis, recommend solutions, and identify risks.
• Maintain surveillance of water supply infrastructure and report on asset condition.

Skills

C Class driver's licence

Confined Space

Working at Heights

Education

Certificate III in Water Operations

Job description

Work

Reporting to the Supervisor - Operations, you will be responsible to ensure water distribution and system monitoring activities as well as maintenance, refurbishment and enhancement of infrastructure, as required. You will be required to undertake preventive, corrective and emergency maintenance work to the required standard and within the required timeframes, where required.

As an Operator Maintainer at Sunwater, you will:

• Deliver operational and maintenance activities safely and efficiently, in line with business processes and compliance requirements.
• Conduct fault analysis, recommend solutions, and identify risks and mitigations.
• Maintain surveillance of water supply infrastructure and provide timely feedback on asset condition and performance.

Please note that as part of the requirements for this role, you will participate in a 1 in 2 on-call roster which may require some weekend work.

We're looking for someone who is safety-focused, mechanically minded and enjoys working in a hands-on environment. Whether you're an experienced operator or maintainer, have a background in civil construction, utilities or heavy industry, or you're looking to start a rewarding career in the water industry, we'd love to hear from you.

You'll be a reliable team player with strong problem-solving skills, a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. For experienced candidates, this role offers the opportunity to apply your existing skills and knowledge in a critical water infrastructure environment. For entry-level candidates, Sunwater will provide training, support and development to help you build a successful long-term career in the water industry

In addition, you will be able to demonstrate:

• A current C Class driver's licence
• Confined Space and Working at Heights tickets, or the ability to obtain them
• The ability to obtain a Certificate III in Water Operations
• A willingness to work outdoors and perform physically active work as required

This role offers an array of attractive benefits including:

• Competitive base salary + on-call allowance
• 12.75% superannuation
• Access to TOIL
• 17.5% leave loading
• A genuine emphasis on work/life balance

Water

Imagine a career where your work truly matters, where you are part of a team that values you and your contributions. At Sunwater, you will bring life’s most essential resource to over 5,000 agriculture, urban and industrial customers, helping to sustain communities and drive water for prosperity across regional Queensland. We share the values of these communities — starting with caring about our people. Engage in fascinating work that is constantly evolving, allowing you to grow and shape a successful career and develop unique skills and experience in an industry brimming with opportunity.

Life

At Sunwater, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to providing the support, resources and benefits that you need to thrive. That's why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best every day, including:

• My benefits: Access employee benefits and discounts hosted by Reward Gateway
• My wellbeing: Prioritise your wellbeing with our comprehensive health and wellness offerings and programs
• My time: Enjoy flexible working arrangements and the ability to purchase up to 4 additional weeks of leave, ensuring you can tailor your work to fit your lifestyle (full time permanent employees only)
• My growth: We prioritise your professional growth with career development programs, study assistance, support for professional memberships, and structured early career pathways to help you build a rewarding and successful career

Now is the perfect time to join Sunwater and take advantage of the boundless opportunities for your career today and in the future. We are a diverse team and proud of the unique journeys and stories each of us brings. As we continue to grow, we need more diverse backgrounds and perspectives than ever before. We are committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, please let us know so we can ensure you can fully participate in our recruitment experience, which includes reference verification, psychometric testing, background checks and a pre-employment medical evaluation to ensure the best fit for our team.

Sunwater acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of this country and Traditional Custodians of the land and water we rely on. We respect and value their continued sacred connection to Country, including the diverse, rich traditions, languages and customs that are the longest living in the world.