We are unique

We are a regional business that thinks on a global level. We work with determined, passionate and curious people to empower communities for a better tomorrow. Essential Water provides high-quality and reliable water and sewerage services to approximately 18,000 people in the Far West New South Wales.

We are united in our purpose, and we live our values. We love a challenge, thrive in a culture that’s all about teamwork and we are here for our customers no matter what. We thrive on teamwork and care about each other. We respect what makes us unique and celebrate the diverse talents, strengths, and perspectives that each of us bring.

About the role

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Fitter to join our Essential Water team in Broken Hill.

The Mechanical Fitter will work within the Mechanical Operations workgroup and be based out of the Broken Hill Field Service Centre. In this role you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair and improvement works on mechanical equipment throughout Essential Water’s network. Essential Water’s infrastructure includes pumping stations, water & sewage treatment plants, pipelines and water storage and reticulation systems.

About You

To be successful in this position you'll be flexible, self-motivated, and able to work well in a team environment. You will also have:

• A strong commitment to personal and team safety
• Dedication to achieving great outcomes for our customers and our community
• Confidence to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to work effectively during times of unplanned events
• Adaptable to change with a high attention to detail

Experience & Skills

• Proven diagnostic, problem solving and trouble shooting skills.
• Sound knowledge and experience working with industrial mechanical equipment including various pumps, gearboxes, valves, and machinery.
• Fabrication, machining and welding experience would be considered highly desirable
• Experience with isolation and restoration procedures and LOTO practices
• Capable of using basic computer software and mobile applications

Required Qualifications

• Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade
• WorkCover NSW Construction Induction Certificate (White Card)
• Driver Licence

Why Essential Water

As an Essential Water team member, you'll enjoy such benefits as:

• 9-day fortnight
• Competitive remuneration and leave entitlements
• 16% Superannuation
• Apple and Dell Employee Purchase Programs
• Fitness Passport and Corporate Health Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

For information on our employee benefits (such as overtime and penalty rates, tools and relocation assistance) please visit our Employee Benefits page.

We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.

Joining Essential Water means you are the type of person where camaraderie, supporting your colleagues and balance in your life are all important.

Working for this large and diverse organisation, employees can take advantage of a range of learning and development opportunities, including leadership programs.

For further information please contact Neville O’Callaghan, Workshop Operations Coordinator on 0427 700 276.

Applications close on Sunday 2 June 2024 at 11.55pm

Passionate people. Global thinking. Regional heart.

Building a better energy future.

Essential Water is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applicants to apply regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

As an organisation, our aim is to champion inclusivity in the workplace and celebrate the difference in all our employees.