Water Treatment Service Technician - Cairns & Far North QLD

HydroChem; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sales bonuses

Paid overtime

On-the-job training

Flexible working

Annual remuneration reviews

Job summary

Hydrochem is seeking a hands-on water-treatment technician to work across Cairns and Far North QLD. The role involves regular servicing of client assets, on-site water testing, and adjusting chemical dosing using digital controllers.

No prior experience is required as full on-the-job training is provided. You’ll work outdoors, travel monthly for overnight assignments, and have opportunities for sales-based incentives.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Independent time management skills with a proactive approach.
• Able to carry chemical drums ~15 kg and work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Regular service and maintenance of client assets such as cooling towers, closed-circuit heating/chilled systems and filtration systems.
• On-site testing to determine water quality and adjusting chemical dosing via digital controllers.
• Interpreting controller ranges, recording data, and identifying fault causes.

Skills

Mechanical mindset

Technology literacy

Outdoor work

Time management

Customer communication

Driver's license

Education

Diploma/degree in engineering or environmental sciences (advantage)

Tools

Digital controllers

Testing equipment

Job description

The ability to use the company vehicle for personal uses

The opportunity to make sales bonuses

The opportunity to work outdoors

Flexibility and independence to manage your schedule

On-going training and development opportunities

Overnight travel is required on a monthly basis, all expenses paid.

NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED- Full on the job training provided

Role suits a variety of previous work experiences such as trades & services and sales/customer service roles

There are no higher educational requirements needed however if you have completed a diploma/degree in the fields of engineering/sciences/environmental this may be the role that will provide you practical experience to progress your career

About the role

Working across multiple sites and industries throughout Cairns and Far North QLD, the role involves:

regular service and maintenance of client assets such as cooling towers, closed-circuit heating/chilled systems and filtration systems

working on-site, carrying out testing to determine water quality, and adjusting chemical dosing levels via digital controllers as required

interpreting and recording chemical ranges from a controller and adjusting as required, as well as identifying underlying causes of faults when they occur

About you

Mechanical-minded and good with technology

Comfortable with heights and climbing ladders

Able to carry chemical drums weighing approx. 15Kg

Love being outdoors and working with your hands

Proven history of successful independent time management

Able to confidently communicate with customers and colleagues

Overnight travel is required on a monthly basis, all expenses paid.

Self-starter and have a current Australian driver's license with a good driving history and enjoy driving

Previous experience within the water treatment industry is not needed but is an advantage

Looking for more reasons to join Hydrochem?

Ability to grow within the role as the business grows

On-the-job training

Flexible working options to promote healthy work/life boundaries

Competitive above-market pay rates + annual remuneration reviews

Paid overtime, plus an opportunity for sales-based incentives.

About Us

Established in 1977, Hydrochem is one of Australia's leading water treatment companies, providing innovative water treatment solutions to commercial, industrial and government clients across the country.

With branches throughout Australia, we combine technical expertise, local knowledge and innovative technology to help our customers manage water safely, efficiently and sustainably. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to creating an environment where they can grow, develop and succeed.

Inclusion and diversity

We value inclusion and diversity and encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people from multicultural communities, people for whom English is a second language, people with disabilities, older Australians, and parents returning to the workforce.

Additional Information:

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, police check and Working with Children Check.