Production Employee

Sydney Water; Cumberland; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional growth

24/7 wellbeing support

Discounted private health insurance

Parental leave support

Childcare allowance

Fitness Passport

Novated leasing

Job summary

Sydney Water is looking for hands-on trades-ready individuals to join our frontline maintenance teams across the network. You will work on stormwater, potable water and sewer systems, performing essential repairs and construction tasks with safety and efficiency.

The role supports critical infrastructure with a 38-hour week and a 9-day fortnight, offering permanent employment and the potential for career growth within Sydney Water.

Qualifications

• Experience in manual labour, ideally in maintenance, stormwater, civil, or water mains.
• Current NSW Driver’s Licence (MR minimum) or willingness to upgrade.
• White Card safety induction.
• Experience with excavation, concreting, or general labour.
• Willingness to travel across Sydney Water’s network.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on water and sewer mains, hydrants, valves and access chambers.
• Carry out construction tasks including trench excavation, pipe laying, restoration and plant operation.
• Operate mechanical and manual tools safely to complete projects.
• Maintain client relationships and adhere to contracts and briefs.
• Ensure the safe operation of Sydney Water’s equipment and assets.

Skills

Manual labour

NSW Driver’s Licence (MR minimum)

White Card (Construction Induction)

Front End Loader ticket

Willingness to travel across network

Job description

• Join our frontline team delivering essential services to Sydney Water customers.
• Permanent opportunity working across the Sydney Water network of operations
• EA Level 3A ($76,074.13 base salary plus superannuation)
• 38 hour working week, 9 day fortnight

• Join our frontline team delivering essential services to Sydney Water customers.
• Permanent opportunity working across the Sydney Water network of operations
• EA Level 3A ($76,074.13 base salary plus superannuation)
• 38 hour working week, 9 day fortnight

Are you from a trade background and ready for a career change? Looking for long-term growth in a thriving organisation? This is your chance to be part of something bigger.

About the role

As a key member of our frontline team, you will play a vital role in maintaining Sydney Water’s network assets. You’ll ensure our water services are safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible meeting regulatory standards and exceeding customer expectations.

This hands-on role supports our core network assets: Stormwater, Potable Water, and Sewer systems.

What will you be doing?

• Perform maintenance and repairs on water and sewer mains, hydrants, valves, and access chambers.
• Carry out construction tasks including trench excavation, pipe laying, restoration, plant operation, truck driving, steel fixing, and carpentry.
• Operate both mechanical and manual tools to complete projects safely and efficiently.
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver work aligned with briefs, specifications, and contract documents.
• Ensure the safe operation of Sydney Water’s equipment and assets.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking individuals who are safety-focused, team-oriented, and customer-driven. If you have experience in manual labour, stormwater drainage, civil works, or water maintenance, we would love to hear from you.

You will need:

• A current NSW Driver’s Licence (Medium Rigid minimum; willingness to upgrade to Heavy Rigid if required)
• SafeWork NSW Construction Induction (White Card)
• Experience in manual labour, ideally in maintenance, stormwater, civil, or water mains
• Front End Loader and Confined Space tickets (highly desirable)
• Flexibility to travel across Sydney Water’s network
• Experience in excavation, concreting, and general labouring.
• Availability Monday to Friday (6:30am – 4:00pm), with overtime and weekend work as required

Please note: A background check, including a medical and criminal history check, will be part of the application process.

Dive into Our Great Benefits!

• Competitive Compensation: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
• Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
• Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a generous childcare allowance.
• Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
• Novated Leasing: Get in the driver’s seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.

Closing Date: Tuesday 1 September 2026

Working at Sydney Water

As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. Your personal information may also be used to establish a Dayforce talent profile.

Your personal information will be collected in accordance with Dayforce’sTermsandPrivacy PolicyandSydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement – recruitment. Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which include a criminal history check.