Technical Officer: Automation & Field Maintenance

Southern Rural Water; Maffra; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Sick leave

Parental leave (14 weeks)

Wellbeing reimbursement

Training and development

Employee Assistance Program

Salary Sacrifice

Job summary

Southern Rural Water is seeking a Technical Officer based in Maffra to provide hands-on technical and mechanical support across the Macalister Irrigation District. You will monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain automation, electrical, and mechanical systems, becoming the first point of contact for maintenance and fault repairs.

This role offers 71,851–83,148 AUD per year plus 12% superannuation, with flexible arrangements and development opportunities in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in technical and mechanical operations.
• Proficiency in operating a wide range of tools, machinery, and equipment.
• Experience in maintaining technical, electronic, or mechanical equipment, with some knowledge of automation systems including SCADA operations and diagnostics is desirable.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively and adapt to the needs of the team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain automation systems to ensure automated and SCADA controlled equipment operate efficiently to meet service and water saving targets.
• Serve as the primary contact for SRW staff and contractors for all maintenance, diagnostics, and fault repairs.
• Liaise with Operations and Maintenance staff to ensure automated systems performance targets are met.
• Work proactively as part of a small group of employees/contractors.
• Identify and recommend system upgrades or changes to enhance automation efficiency.

Skills

Technical operations

SCADA knowledge

Diagnostics

Mechanical skills

Tools

Automation equipment

Job description

Southern Rural Water is seeking a Technical Officer based in Maffra to provide hands-on technical and mechanical support across the Macalister Irrigation District. You will monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain automation, electrical, and mechanical systems, becoming the first point of contact for maintenance and fault repairs.

This role offers 71,851–83,148 AUD per year plus 12% superannuation, with flexible arrangements and development opportunities in a collaborative team environment.