Water Network Technician

South East Water; City of Frankston; On-site; AUD 97,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health checks

Annual flu shots

Onsite cafe

Beachfront head office with parking

Cultural leave

Study leave

Job summary

South East Water in Victoria is hiring a Water Network Technician to maintain and operate drinking and recycled water networks. You will diagnose leaks, coordinate repairs, monitor asset performance and provide technical advice across teams in a 24/7 rostered duty environment.

You'll work autonomously and collaboratively, applying your knowledge of water distribution and SCADA systems, with a focus on safety, water quality and environmental protection.

Qualifications

• Maintenance, construction and/or operation of water, recycled water or sewer networks.
• Strong problem-solving skills for diagnosing complex network issues.
• Knowledge of water distribution systems and hydraulic principles.
• Ability to work autonomously in time-critical situations and participate in after-hours duty.
• Experience with operational technologies and asset management platforms.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Commitment to safety, water quality and environmental protection.
• Certificate III in Water Industry Operations or Plumbing qualifications are highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, reliable operation of water networks in a 24/7 environment.
• Investigate water loss and leaks; coordinate operational responses and repairs.
• Monitor asset performance and provide technical advice to stakeholders.
• Diagnose complex network issues and support incident response and emergency operations.

Skills

Water network operation

Leak detection

Problem solving

Autonomous work

Stakeholder engagement

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Water Industry Operations

Plumbing qualification

Tools

SCADA systems

Works management systems

Asset management platforms

Job description

We're here to help people live well and create a better and more sustainable future. We support healthy and liveable communities by delivering water, sewerage and recycled water services to 1.77 million people who rely on us every day and every night. At South East Water, we innovate with purpose and act with care to deliver healthy water for life. Fresh thinking and collaboration are at the heart of our organisation. We are constantly learning, embracing the challenges of today and excited by the opportunities that tomorrow will bring.

Who are we?

We're here to help people live well and create a better and more sustainable future. We support healthy and liveable communities by delivering water, sewerage and recycled water services to 1.77 million people who rely on us every day and every night. At South East Water, we innovate with purpose and act with care to deliver healthy water for life. Fresh thinking and collaboration are at the heart of our organisation. We are constantly learning, embracing the challenges of today and excited by the opportunities that tomorrow will bring.

The role

As a Water Network Technician, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operation of South East Water's drinking and recycled water networks. Working across a diverse portfolio of network assets, you'll investigate and respond to water loss and leaks, coordinate operational responses, and support the delivery of essential services to our customers and community.

Operating within a 24/7 service environment, you'll be part of a rostered duty team providing emergency response, incident support and operational expertise to minimise service disruptions while protecting public health and the environment. You'll work both independently and collaboratively to diagnose complex network issues, coordinate repairs, monitor asset performance, and provide technical advice to a range of stakeholders.

Who are you?

• Demonstrated experience in the maintenance, construction and/or operation of water, recycled water or sewer networks.
• Strong problem-solving and investigative skills, with the ability to diagnose and respond to complex network issues, including water leaks and asset failures.
• Sound knowledge of water distribution systems, hydraulic principles and operational practices associated with drinking and recycled water networks.
• The ability to work autonomously, make informed decisions in time-critical situations and participate in a rostered after-hours duty and emergency response environment.
• Experience using operational technologies and systems such as SCADA, works management systems or similar asset management platforms.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively with customers, contractors and internal teams.
• A strong commitment to safety, water quality, environmental protection and continuous improvement.
• A Certificate III in Water Industry Operations and/or a Plumbing qualification will be highly regarded.

What's in it for you?

Working at South East Water means you can enjoy a wealth of benefits, starting with the chance to be part of an organisation deeply committed to environmental initiatives and sustainability; one who has been recognised as one of the top 101 Workplaces for Women in Australia by Work180 for the past two consecutive years and a 2026 Finalist in the Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 'Flexible Working' category.

• Access to My Fitness Passport, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), annual flu shots, and health checks.
• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options and leave purchasing.
• Additional leave offerings, such as cultural and ceremonial leave and study leave.
• Head office with modern facilities and panoramic beachfront views, a separate parents' room, a prayer and meditation room and an onsite cafe.
• Limited free onsite and offsite car parking available, as well as pay-as-you-go parking options nearby.
• Opportunity to be part of great initiatives involving the local community.

This role is remunerated between $97,275 and $104,500 + super and offers are commensurate with the successful candidates' experience.

We're for everyone

Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. It makes us better learners, thinkers and collaborators, helping create better outcomes for our customers.

We are deeply committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ individuals, people with disability and jobseekers of all ages and cultures. We aim to provide an inclusive, accessible workplace where everyone is welcome, safe, and celebrated. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss your reasonable adjustments during interviews, please reach out to our Talent team at *******@southeastwater.com.au.

Keen to make an impact?

Thursday, 22nd October 2026.

To be considered for this opportunity, you must hold unrestricted working rights for the period of employment at the time of application. Successful candidates will also be required to undergo a number of pre-employment checks, including a police records check.

As part of a team of engineers and technicians, central to this role are responsibilities for 24/7 safe operation to provide support and minimise disruption of services to customers and as well as ensuring that public health and the environment are not put at risk. This includes participation in a rostered after-hours duty team, emergency response, and incident support as required.

Visit southeastwater.com.au to learn more about us and how we serve our customers.