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About Us
At Sydney Water, we're passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities, and our employees. We have a proud heritage and a progressive future, providing world class drinking water and beautiful waterways from the mountains to the sea. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve.
What will you be doing?
As part of the Instrumentation, Automation & Control Services Team at Sydney Water – the Electrical Technician role will assist the business deliver ongoing project work. Projects involve strategic initiatives in telemetry, instrumentation and industrial automation. Additional "on the job training" will be provided for the successful applicant.
As a Qualified Electrician Technician, You Will
* Apply Sydney Water safety procedures while working on assets.
* Perform project installation work as required in accordance with Australian and Sydney Water standards.
* Assist Commissioning Engineers to commission assets after modification work.
* Interpret electrical schematics and scopes of work to achieve successful outcomes.
* Contribute and provide active involvement in project team activities.
Who are we looking for?
Committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all Sydney Water employees, contractors and customers. This is a field‑based role; you must be able to work autonomously with an initiative mindset to make field‑based decisions.
You Will Have
* A valid NSW Electrical licence with working knowledge of the latest version of AS/NZ 3000 wiring rules.
* Industrial Instrumentation certification or demonstrated experience.
* A current NSW driver's licence.
* A valid or the ability to obtain a current confined spaces certificate plus OHS White card.
* Experience in the installation of electrical equipment in an industrial environment.
* Experience with performing modifications to wiring within switchboards/control panels and documenting any changes.
* Ability to work under limited direction and to deadlines.
* Experience with telemetry and interfaced SCADA systems and wiring desirable.
* Experience with instrument calibration procedures and relevant Australian Standards desirable.
Applicants must be Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents.
Our vision is to create better lives through world‑class services. Sydney Water welcomes and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.
Benefits
* Competitive remuneration: your skills and contributions will be valued and rewarded appropriately.
* 24/7 wellbeing support: free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
* Discounted private health insurance: affordable access to top‑tier health coverage.
* Fitness passport: access to a variety of gyms and pools across NSW.
* Novated leasing: options to support your financial future.
Closing date: 18th Dec 2025
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