Water Services Officer

Immediate start with a respected statutory authority

Your new company

A well‑known statutory authority is seeking a Water Services Officer for a temporary assignment.


Your new role

Reporting directly to the Irrigation Service Delivery Supervisor, you will:
  • Maintain delivery efficiency by monitoring channel flows and outfalls daily to ensure customers receive water on time and in the correct volumes.
  • Operate and monitor irrigation systems—both manual and automated—taking action to resolve defects and optimise performance.
  • Oversee SCADA‑controlled systems to ensure they meet service, efficiency and water‑saving targets.
  • Plan, schedule and prioritise work to support smooth daily operations and maintenance activities.
  • Investigate and report compliance matters related to the Water Act.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Degree qualifications in water, irrigation, agriculture or a related field.
  • Experience in water delivery systems or irrigation operations, or the willingness to learn quickly in a field‑based environment.
  • Strong problem‑solving skills to identify issues in channels, drainage systems and automated controls, and take timely corrective action.
  • Confidence working with both manual and automated systems, including SCADA‑controlled infrastructure.

What you'll get in return

This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on environmental outcomes while working with a respected statutory authority.


What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to suman.kadian@hays.com.au



LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Temporary
Industry
Engineering
Location
VIC - West Melbourne
Specialism
Sustainability
Ref:
2974090

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Suman Kadian, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Melbourne
1 Melbourne Quarter, Level 9/699 Collins St, Docklands,

Telephone: 9604 9656

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