Work. Sunwater is seeking a permanent Fitter/Boilermaker position in Mareeba to provide both trade and operational services to our business. While the role requirements are generally envisaged to be trade related, other activities including operational activities will need to be performed as and when required. You will undertake routine mechanical preventative and corrective maintenance, installation and modification work and troubleshooting tasks to restore pumping systems, valves and equipment associated with the operation of pipelines and bulk water storages. In addition you will:-

• Undertake meter readings and meter maintenance activities
• Install water service delivery infrastructure as required
• Manage contractor activities in conjunction with supervisors

We are seeking an experienced tradeperson with the ability to participate actively in a team environment with responsibility for the execution of mechanical and maintenance and operational activities to ensure assets are maintained and operated to meet or exceed customer expectations. You will perform the duties of a high voltage switching operator’s assistant (upon attainment of competency) to perform isolations for mechanical access. In addition, you will have:-

• Qualifications as a Fitter, Fitter-Mechanic, Boilermaker or other suitable trade
• Welding and Fabrication skills essential
• Class ‘C’ driver’s licence
• Confined Space; working at heights and elevating work platforms certificates, or ability to obtain them
• Dual trade qualifications i.e., Instrumentation, Mechanic, Boilermaker or similar will be highly regarded
• Heavy rigid licence and other equipment licences, e.g. Forklift, EWP will be highly regarded

This is a full time permanent position, starting from $89,103.07 for a 9 day fortnight. The role also offers:-

• 12.75% superannuation and 17.5% leave loading
• Access to Banked Time and TOIL
• Genuine emphasis on work/life balance
• Access to Sunwater's MyBenefits hosted by Reward Gateway

Water - Imagine a career where your work truly matters, where you are part of a team that values you and your contributions. At Sunwater, you will bring life’s most essential resource to over 5,000 agriculture, urban and industrial customers, helping to sustain communities and drive water for prosperity across regional Queensland. We share the values of these communities — starting with caring about our people. Engage in fascinating work that is constantly evolving, allowing you to grow and shape a successful career and develop unique skills and experience in an industry brimming with opportunity.

Life - At Sunwater, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to providing the support, resources, and benefits that you need to thrive. That's why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best every day, including:

• My benefits: Access employee benefits and discounts hosted by Reward Gateway
• My wellbeing: Prioritise your wellbeing with our comprehensive health and wellness offerings and programs
• My time : Enjoy flexible working arrangements and the ability to purchase up to 4 additional weeks of leave, ensuring you can tailor your work to fit your lifestyle
• My growth: We prioritise your professional growth with career development programs, study assistance, support for professional memberships, and structured early career pathways to help you build a rewarding and successful career

Now is the perfect time to join Sunwater and take advantage of the boundless opportunities for your career today and in the future. We are a diverse team and proud of the unique journeys and stories each of us brings. As we continue to grow, we need more diverse backgrounds and perspectives than ever before. We are committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, please let us know so we can ensure you can fully participate in our recruitment experience, which includes reference verification, psychometric testing, background checks and a pre-employment medical evaluation to ensure the best fit for our team.

Sunwater acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of this country and Traditional Custodians of the land and water we rely on. We respect and value their continued sacred connection to Country, including the diverse, rich traditions, languages and customs that are the longest living in the world. We acknowledge their resilience in the face of significant and ongoing historical, cultural, and political change within Australia. We recognise and value the importance of truth-telling today, and our role to listen and learn.

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