Maintenance Civil Technician

About the Company 

SA Water is a successful, modern water utility wholly owned by the Government of South Australia. We employ more than 1,700 people across a broad range of disciplines who operate more than $14 billion worth of infrastructure to deliver essential water and sewerage services to more than 1.8 million South Australians.

We operate in a geographically and climatically diverse service area, with sites and locations from Ceduna through to Port Augusta, the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands, across to the Riverland, down to Mount Gambier, and most places in between.

Our strength and expertise have been shaped by our history. For more than 165 years, South Australians have depended on us to innovate and deliver efficient and sustainable water services. With nationally and internationally recognised industry expertise, we’re focused on understanding and meeting our customers’ expectations.

As well as safely delivering smart and reliable services for our customers of today, we innovate to shape the water solutions of the future that will support thriving economies and healthy communities.

We are driven by our values; we value our people, we do work that matters, we keep it real, we know that our work has impact and we are future focussed. Staying true to our values ensures that we consistently deliver positive outcomes for all South Australians.

About the job

Join our Major Pipeline Civil Maintenance team based in Murray Bridge and be part of a hands-on, dynamic role that takes you beyond the workshop. We’re looking for a motivated and reliable individual who enjoys variety and working outdoors. In this role, you’ll travel to different sites across the Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu Peninsula, Murraylands, and Coorong regions, supporting the delivery of both planned and reactive maintenance activities.

If you’re looking for a role that combines field work close to home, variety and career development—this could be the opportunity for you.

About Operations and Maintenance 

The Operations & Maintenance team oversees the management of our water, wastewater and River Murray activities and conducts operational control activities for a secure water supply. The team is responsible for both planned and unplanned maintenance activities, integrating corrective, preventive, predictive, and precision maintenance strategies. They aim to meet availability, performance, cost, and risk targets by leveraging technical asset maintenance and reliability expertise. Operations & Maintenance strives to deliver smart and reliable services to customers while enhancing overall operational efficiency.

In addition, your responsibilities will include:

• Assist with shutdowns (planned and reactive) and project tasks like security checks, building inspections, pump checks, and visual assessments.
• Maintain the Major pipelines that transfer water across our great state.
• Perform land management tasks, including mowing, weed spraying, whipper snipping, and tree removal.
• Carry out internal and external maintenance tasks to reduce downtime, boost efficiency, and improve asset reliability.
• Perform civil operations, including truck driving, excavator & skid steer work.
• Record all maintenance activities accurately and on time in the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Maintain strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners to support service delivery.
• Take part in team meetings and contribute to group discussions.
• Participate in an on-call roster as required.

Your success in this role will come from: 

• Ability to work under limited supervision and in a team environment.
• Understanding of work health and safety and the ability to manage safety and risk.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills and competent with computer and software applications.
• Competent with the use and maintenance of static and mobile machinery, hand, and power tools.
• Physically fit and capable of performing manual tasks in a variety of outdoor and sometimes challenging environments.
• Relevant heavy vehicle license (Desirable)
• Being available for split shifts during both planned and unplanned shutdowns. (Essential)

Benefits:

• Opportunity to gain industry tickets.
• Allowance Including Field Work, On Call, and Flexitime.
• Company vehicle (for business use), Laptop and Phone.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• A focus on wellbeing and work-life balance, including two ‘wellbeing days’ per year.
• Typical start time onsite is 7:30am to 4:00pm.

Further information can be found in the attached PD – Maintenance Civil Technician

To apply, click 'Apply'. Please submit and complete the application form, upload a cover letter and current resume. For enquiries, please contact Kate Kitanovski from the Talent Acquisition team ***************@sawater.com.au

Applications close 3:00pm, Monday 24th August 2026

A great customer experience is best achieved by having a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

Our Industry is like no other. Dive into the wonderful world of water and explore the boundless opportunities. Learn more about the water industry at careersinwater.com.au.

Please note: We request that recruitment agencies do not submit candidates for this position, as they will not be accepted.