Water Systems Technician — Short Fridays, Growth & Perks

Lhr; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short Fridays

Annual Salary Increases

Transport Support

Prime Location

Small technical team

Job summary

Lhr in Melbourne is seeking a hands-on technician to service advanced water purification systems for research and science applications. You’ll split time between workshop and field work, assembling equipment and supporting commissioning tasks.

You’ll work with engineers to optimize performance and conduct regular servicing, with occasional regional trips. The role values independence, reliability, and strong practical skills.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical sense and experience using power tools.
• Diagnosing and repairing issues quickly and efficiently.
• Organized, service‑minded and professional in client interactions.
• Able to lift up to 30 kg and work both in workshop and field.
• Basic computer skills for emails and admin tasks.
• Must-have White Card, driver's license and background clearance.
• Familiar with RO systems, ion exchangers, filters and pumps.
• Experience with PVC/ABS/stainless plumbing and light fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Routine and emergency servicing of water systems across the metro area.
• Assemble and set up new systems in shop and field environments.
• Collaborate with engineers to improve system performance.
• Occasional regional trips for site support and commissioning.

Skills

Strong mechanical sense

Technical troubleshooting

Personable and well-organized

Physically ready

Basic digital skills

White Card

Driver’s license

Background clearance

Reverse osmosis systems

Ion exchange units

Pumps

PVC/ABS/stainless plumbing

Light fabrication

Tools

Power tools

Workshop equipment

Job description

Lhr in Melbourne is seeking a hands-on technician to service advanced water purification systems for research and science applications. You’ll split time between workshop and field work, assembling equipment and supporting commissioning tasks.

You’ll work with engineers to optimize performance and conduct regular servicing, with occasional regional trips. The role values independence, reliability, and strong practical skills.