Mechanical Technician (Water Facilities)

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Transport Sector for an experienced Mechanical Technician to join our team at the Western Sydney Airport.

In this role, you will be responsible for the routine inspection, maintenance, testing, fault finding and reporting of mechanical systems and equipment associated with the airport’s water treatment facilities. As the site develops, the role will also expand to support broader facilities maintenance activities.

Start Date: As soon as possible
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am–3:00pm
On-Call: Rotating roster – 1 week on call, followed by 2 weeks off

Why Join Us?

• Be part of the delivery and ongoing operation of the new Western Sydney Airport.
• Secure a long-term contract offering stability and career development.
• Access to overtime, with opportunities to elect for additional hours as workloads fluctuate throughout the year.
• Career opportunities with a leading ASX-listed company, offering stability and long-term growth.
• Access to VenPerks, including paid parental leave and discounts on private health insurance, hotels, car hire, retail and much more.

Key Accountabilities

• Inspect, maintain, test and fault-find mechanical systems and equipment at water treatment facilities.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, dosing and rotating equipment.
• Maintain wastewater, recycled water and associated infrastructure.
• Diagnose faults and implement corrective actions, including installation, overhaul and commissioning.
• Record maintenance, inspections, testing and asset information in maintenance systems.
• Support commissioning, shutdowns, planned outages and Electrical Technicians.
• Coordinate specialist contractors and maintenance activities.
• Participate in emergency response and after-hours call-outs as required.
• Ensure all work complies with WHS, environmental and airport operational requirements.

About You

We are looking for a safety-focused and experienced Mechanical Technician who is comfortable working independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Essential Requirements:

• Australian Citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance.
• Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Fitter and Turner trade qualification.
• Current NSW Driver Licence.
• Previous experience working within water or wastewater treatment facilities.
• Experience with pumps, rotating equipment, valves, dosing systems and associated process equipment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.

Desirable:

• Current First Aid, CPR and LVR training.
• Working at Heights certification.
• Confined Spaces certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

If you are an experienced Mechanical Technician looking for an opportunity to work on one of Australia’s most significant infrastructure projects, we would love to hear from you.

About Ventia
As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.   

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage. 

How to apply 
Click the Apply Now button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.

Ventia has an ongoing commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through our Reconciliation Action Plan committed to Indigenous Participation.   

The Role is targeted for an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates and is an equal opportunity measure under Section 105 of the Discrimination Act 1991.    

Position Reference Number: 168497