Competitive EBA Rates:
Robust rates plus penalties, allowances and overtime opportunities.
24/7 Operations:
A rotating roster covering day shift, afternoon shift and on-call work, offering variety and additional earning potential.
Training & Development
Essential Services Work:
Be part of a team that keeps water and wastewater services running for local communities every day.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Join our team as a
Technician / Experienced Operator
working across the
South East Water (SEW)
network based in
Dandenong South, VIC
.
If you enjoy hands‐on work, operating equipment, solving problems and being part of a reliable crew, this is an opportunity to put your skills to work in a role that genuinely makes a difference.
Working across a busy 24/7 maintenance contract, you'll play a key role in keeping water and wastewater assets operating safely and efficiently. From responding to network faults and emergency call‐outs to carrying out planned maintenance works, no two days are the same.
You'll work with experienced field crews across a variety of maintenance activities, including excavation, repairs, equipment operation and emergency response works. Whether you're operating machinery, attending network faults or helping restore services to customers, you'll be part of a team that keeps essential infrastructure running.
This role suits experienced operators and technicians who enjoy practical work, take pride in doing the job right and value working within a safety‐focused team environment.




This role requires flexibility to participate in rotating shifts and an on‐call roster to support emergency response and after‐hours maintenance activities.
ABOUT YOU
Experienced Operator:
Previous experience in civil construction, water or wastewater reticulation, maintenance, excavation or utility operations.
Hands‐On & Safety Focused:
Comfortable working outdoors, operating equipment safely and delivering quality work in the field.
Reliable Team Player:
You communicate well, work effectively within a crew and are willing to support after‐hours and emergency response activities when required.
Current Driver's Licence and/or MR Licence
Spotter Ticket
White Card
Working with Children Check
Excavator and/or Backhoe Ticket
Pre-Employment Checks:
Full Australian working rights and the ability to complete a pre‐employment medical, licence checks and Working with Children Check requirements.
ABOUT ENERGY & UTILITIES
Downer's Energy & Utilities team keeps communities connected by delivering essential services across water, power, telecommunications and industrial infrastructure throughout Australia and New Zealand.
Our crews work where it matters most, maintaining and operating the infrastructure people rely on every day. Backed by strong technical expertise, quality equipment and a commitment to safety, we provide stable, long-term careers for skilled operators and field-based workers.
Downer is proud to be an inclusive employer. We value diversity in experience, culture and background, and we welcome applications from everyone.
Looking for secure work, a great crew and the opportunity to put your skills to good use? We'd love to hear from you.
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