Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Water Service Person
Field-based water serviceperson maintaining water, wastewater and stormwater networks
Job Highlights
About the Role
We’re looking for a Water Serviceperson to join our team in Invercargill, supporting the operation and maintenance of water, wastewater and stormwater networks. This practical, field‑based role offers varied daily tasks, including routine maintenance, responding to pump‑station faults, handling network incidents, and completing reinstatement works to a high standard. The role requires participation in a standby and call‑out roster and may involve supporting incident and emergency response when needed. Candidates who take pride in their workmanship, enjoy problem‑solving in the field, and want to keep essential services running will find a solid opportunity with a trusted utilities provider. • Perform routine maintenance on water, wastewater, and stormwater networks. • Respond promptly to pump‑station faults and network incidents. • Complete reinstatement works to high standards. • Participate in standby and call‑out rosters for emergency response. • Support incident and emergency response operations. • Accurately complete field documentation on time.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸routine maintenance
- ▸fault response
- ▸reinstatement works
- ▸emergency roster
- ▸incident support
- ▸field documentation
What You Bring
The ideal candidate will have experience in water, wastewater or stormwater reticulation and pump‑station maintenance, hold relevant infrastructure or trade qualifications (or be working towards them), and demonstrate strong safety awareness with a commitment to Zero Harm. They must be able to complete field documentation accurately and on time, possess a full Class 1 licence (Class 2, RTW, traffic management and confined‑space training are advantageous), and be willing to take part in standby and call‑out rosters. Reliability, a team‑focused attitude, and comfort working outdoors in a hands‑on community role are essential. • Bring experience in water, wastewater or stormwater reticulation and pump‑station maintenance. • Hold relevant infrastructure or trade qualifications (or be working toward them). • Demonstrate strong safety awareness and commitment to Zero Harm. • Possess a full Class 1 driver’s licence (Class 2, RTW, traffic management, confined‑space training advantageous). • Be reliable, team‑focused and comfortable working outdoors in a community‑service role.
Requirements
- ▸water reticulation
- ▸pump‑station
- ▸trade qualification
- ▸safety awareness
- ▸driver licence
- ▸team‑focused
Work Environment
Field