Senior Maintenance Officer

Westernport Water; Newhaven; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Health and wellbeing program

Onsite parking

Request purchased leave

Job summary

Westernport Water is recruiting for a Senior Maintenance Officer to oversee 24/7 network operations and maintenance across water and wastewater systems. The role is full-time, offering a Band 3 salary range with emphasis on safety and timely response to faults.

Candidates should have a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations (Network Operations) or an equivalent trade qualification, plus strong administrative and computer skills. A valid Victoria driver’s license is desirable.

Qualifications

• Well-developed administrative and computer skills.
• Qualifications through prior training in confined space, traffic control and WH&S practices desirable.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a skilled team delivering operations and maintenance services across water and wastewater networks.
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with Workplace Health and Safety policies and management systems.
• Accurately complete work orders and documentation in a timely manner.
• Work collaboratively within a team to deliver high-quality and efficient service outcomes.
• Communicate clearly with customers, team members, managers and contractors, both verbally and in writing.
• Contribute operational information to support maintenance planning and asset management systems.
• Apply knowledge of water and wastewater operations, including confined space entry, trench shoring, traffic control, pump maintenance and working at heights.
• Safely operate mechanical plant and equipment.

Skills

Administrative skills

Computer skills

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Water Industry Operations (Network Operations)

Trade qualification in Water Industry

Job description

Westernport Water's core functions are to provide drinking water, recycled water and wastewater services to properties and communities throughout our district.

We are one of 18 water corporations operating and reporting to the State Government of Victoria.

We are responsible for servicing 23,688 customers from 27 townships across an area covering 300 square kilometres, encompassing Millowl (Phillip Island) and mainland communities from The Gurdies to Archies Creek.

The region has one of the highest ratios of visitors to residents of any destination in Australia. During peak periods, there can be approximately 120 visitors to every resident.

About the Corporation

Westernport Water leads through collaboration and innovation to deliver sustainable drinking water, recycled water, and wastewater services that improve the health and liveability of our community.

We offer our staff

• Flexible work options, including monthly RDOs for full-time employees
• A range of provisions to support work/life balance including access to request purchased leave
• Unique opportunities for staff to develop capability and contribute to the strategic objectives of the organisation
• Innovative systems and processes for a safe and welcoming workplace,
• A highly regarded health and wellbeing program, including a health and wellbeing subsidy (eligibility criteria applies)
• Tailored workplace adjustments to help you perform at your best - whether during the recruitment process or in your role
• We foster a positive, culturally safe environment and an engaged workforce, aligned with our values of ‘Care, Courage and Commitment'
• Accessible onsite parking for our employees at all our sites including at our head office in Newhaven, Phillip Island Victoria.

About the role

Senior Maintenance Officer - Ongoing, Full Time
Band 3 $66,211 - $81,829

Westernport Water are seeking a Senior Maintenance Officer to join the team and provide ongoing Network Operations and Maintenance services across the Corporation's water and wastewater systems within agreed service standards 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Be part of a skilled team delivering operations and maintenance services across water and wastewater networks, including participation in the after-hours on-call roster to deliver a 24/7 response to faults and emergencies.
• Ensure all work being carried out within the scope of this role including leading Maintenance Officers in the field is done so in line with Workplace Health and Safety policies, procedures and management systems.
• Accurately complete work orders and documentation in a timely manner.
• Work collaboratively within a team to deliver high-quality and efficient service outcomes.
• Communicate clearly with customers, team members, managers and contractors, both verbally and in writing.
• Contribute operational information to support maintenance planning and asset management systems.
• Apply knowledge of water and wastewater operations, including confined space entry, trench shoring, traffic control, pump maintenance and working at heights.
• Safely operate mechanical plant and equipment.

Qualifications and Experience

• Completed Certificate III in Water Industry Operations (Network Operations) and/or possess a trade qualification with demonstrated experience working in the Water Industry in sewer and/or water networks.
• Well-developed administrative and computer skills.
• Qualifications through prior training in confined space, traffic control and WH&S practices desirable.

For your application to be considered, please respond to each of the following points listed in the Key Selection Criteria:

• Trade Qualifications or significant relevant experience in network operations and maintenance in the water industry.
• Prior experience supervising a multi skilled team to achieve specific objectives efficiently.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of safety procedures, use of correct PPE and evidence of WH&S reporting practices.
• Experience being part of a rostered and ad hoc after hour's/on call arrangement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with developed computer skills.
• Current drivers licence suitable for Victoria.

Screening Process-

Please note the successful applicant will be required to provide a valid Police Check and undergo a pre-employment medical and may also be required to provide an Employee Working with Children Check. Pre Employment medicals will be facilitated by WPW and reimbursement for checks will be available for successful applicants on commencement of the role.

Applications close 29th of November 2026

Westernport Water is committed to building and maintaining a team of talented, enthusiastic people who foster a culture of inclusion and are as diverse as the community we serve. We celebrate and support differences in the workplace for the benefit of our employees and our community. We share a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it's this contribution that makes for a great organisation and fulfilling career.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. We offer reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.