Icon Water is an iconic Canberra business with a history of providing essential services to Canberra for over 100 years.
We are the ACT’s supplier of essential water and wastewater services and have proudly served our community for over 100 years – sourcing, treating and supplying water, and managing Canberra’s wastewater network. Our work is essential to the health, prosperity and liveability of the region, and we are committed to environmental, social and financial sustainability in everything we do.
Icon Water is a purpose driven organisation where everyone contributes to our core business, ensuring high quality drinking water and sustainable wastewater treatment. Icon Water’s culture is driven by our values of care, connection, community and courage. These are values we see in action every day as we challenge ourselves to meet the expectations of our community.
Icon Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer which values diversity and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and all ages. We also have a strong focus on gender balance within the organisation and encourage women to apply.
Job Description
Looking for a hands-on role where no two days are the same?
Join our team at the Lower Molonglo Water Quality Control Centre, where you'll play a critical role in maintaining the infrastructure that supports wastewater treatment services for our community. This is an exciting opportunity for a safety-focused and motivated maintenance professional who enjoys working outdoors, solving problems, and being part of a close-knit team.
About the Role:
As a Maintenance Operator, you'll be responsible for carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance activities across our treatment plant to ensure equipment and processes continue to operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.
Working as part of a skilled maintenance team, you'll contribute to the ongoing operation of one of the region's most important environmental assets.
What You'll be doing:
Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on plant and equipment
Coordinate and complete maintenance tasks while balancing operational priorities
Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and system updates
Participate in a 24/7 on-call roster to support critical breakdown response activities
Identify hazards, contribute to risk assessments, and maintain a strong safety culture
Work in accordance with quality, environmental, and safety management systems
Collaborate with a skilled team to support the reliable operation of the facility
What You'll Bring: You are a reliable and self-motivated maintenance professional who takes pride in working safely and delivering high-quality outcomes.
As well as:
Experience working safely in an industrial environment
Experience handling and working with chemicals safely
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and within a team
Good written and verbal communication skills
Basic computer skills for reporting, data entry, and maintenance management systems
A commitment to safety, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement
A current ACT Class C Driver Licence (or equivalent)
Additional Requirements:
Successful applicants will be willing to obtain and maintain the following qualifications/certifications:
Electrical Rescue
First Aid /CPR
NSW Construction Induction
Confined Space Entry
Work at Heights
Medium Rigid Vehicle
Forklift
Dogman
Fluoride Handling
SCBA
EWP
This role is supported by a structured competency pay system that allows salary progression as you gain experience and learning and development opportunities to grow in the role of water maintenance officer.
To find out more about the role you can view the detailed position description here. Alternatively, you can contact Rodney.Harding@iconwater.com.au for further information.
How to apply: Please submit your resume along with a one-page cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role through the Careers Portal by clicking Apply Now below.
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