Service Technician (QLD)

Jobstar; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobstar is hiring a Service Technician to maintain and upgrade water treatment plants across municipal and industrial sites in Queensland. You’ll be on the road visiting a variety of sites from cities to remote regional locations.

Responsibilities include installing, servicing, repairing, and upgrading filtration and disinfection equipment, pumps, and valves; performing routine maintenance and tests; troubleshooting issues; and providing technical advice to clients.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Service Technician in water treatment or a related field.
• Chlorine gas handling experience is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of drinking water treatment systems and parameters is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, repair and upgrade water treatment systems including filtration, disinfection equipment, pumps and valves.
• Conduct routine maintenance checks, inspections and performance tests to ensure optimal functionality.
• Troubleshoot system issues, identify root causes and implement timely solutions.
• Collaborate with clients to understand needs and provide technical advice for performance improvements.
• Maintain accurate service activity records and client communications.
• Stay up-to-date with industry advancements and regulatory changes to ensure compliance.
• Embrace on-site safety and promote a safe work environment.

Skills

Service technician experience

Chlorine gas handling

Water treatment knowledge

Customer service

Communication skills

Driver’s license

Job description

Based out of Brisbane, this role focuses on the maintenance and upgrade of existing Water Treatment Plants at municipal (government) and industrial sites. You’ll be on the road – visiting a variety of sites throughout Queensland; from cities and towns and remote regional locations too!

• Install, service, repair and upgrade water treatment systems, including filtration systems, disinfection equipment, pumps, valves, and other components.
• Conduct routine maintenance checks, inspections, and performance tests on water treatment systems to ensure optimal functionality and adherence to industry regulations.
• Troubleshoot system issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their specific needs, provide technical advice, and offer recommendations for improving system performance and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of service activities, including equipment maintenance logs, service reports, and client communication.
• Stay up-to-date with industry advancements, best practices, and regulatory changes to provide informed technical support and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• Embrace and champion safety on-site to prevent accidents and promote a safe work environment.

*** we are also hiring in VIC and NZ ***

IDEAL TIME TO JOIN

• Recently added to two State Infrastructure Panels for water treatment
• Dynamic team with the right balance of banter & brilliance (on the tools)
• Exponential growth! We have a mature market position in asset management in NZ and VIC and is currently positioning for to scale up in QLD!
• Fresh Success = Genuine Career progression opportunity

SUCCESS PROFILE:

• Proven experience as a Service Technician, preferably in the water industry or a similar field
• Chorine gas experience (highly sought after)
• Strong knowledge of drinking water treatment systems, including various filtration methods, disinfection techniques, and water quality parameters is also desirable but not essential.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a natural ability to troubleshoot.
• Exceptional customer focus and communication and listening skills
• Attention to detail and eagerness to learn.
• Valid driver’s license

NEXT STEPS:

You require the right to work in Australia / New Zealand as a pre-requisite; we are not looking to sponsor visas for this role.

*** we are also hiring in VIC and NZ ***

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years’ experience do you have as a service technician?
• Do you have a current Australian driver’s licence?