Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Water Service Person
Operate and maintain water, wastewater and stormwater networks in Invercargill
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 and involves routine maintenance, responding to pump‑station faults and network incidents, and completing reinstatement works to a high standard. The position includes participation in a standby and call‑out roster and may require involvement in incident and emergency response. Candidates who take pride in workmanship, enjoy problem‑solving in the field, and want to contribute to essential services are encouraged to apply. • Perform routine maintenance on water, wastewater and stormwater networks. • Respond to pump‑station faults and network incidents promptly. • Complete reinstatement works to high standards. • Participate in standby and call‑out rosters, including incident and emergency response. • Document field activities accurately and within required timeframes. • Maintain strong safety awareness and commitment to Zero Harm.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸network maintenance
- ▸fault response
- ▸reinstatement work
- ▸standby roster
- ▸field documentation
- ▸safety compliance
What You Bring
The successful applicant will have experience with water, wastewater or stormwater reticulation and pump‑station maintenance, hold relevant infrastructure or trade qualifications (or be working towards them), and possess a strong safety focus with a commitment to Zero Harm. Additional requirements include the ability to complete field documentation accurately and on time, a full Class 1 driver’s licence (Class 2, RTW, traffic‑management and confined‑spaces training are advantageous), and willingness to participate in standby and call‑out rosters. • Hold experience in water, wastewater or stormwater reticulation and pump‑station maintenance. • Possess relevant infrastructure or trade qualifications (or be working towards them). • Hold a full Class 1 driver’s licence (Class 2, RTW, traffic‑management and confined‑space training advantageous). • Demonstrate reliability, teamwork and comfort working outdoors.
Requirements
- ▸pump-station
- ▸trade quals
- ▸class 1
- ▸teamwork
- ▸zero harm
- ▸field docs
Work Environment
Field