Ensure accuracy and quality of asset data supporting SA water infrastructure. Use your GIS and data expertise to make a lasting impact!
About the Company
SA Water is a successful, modern water utility wholly owned by the Government of South Australia. We employ more than 1,700 people across a broad range of disciplines who operate more than $14 billion worth of infrastructure to deliver essential water and sewerage services to more than 1.8 million South Australians.
We operate in a geographically and climatically diverse service area, with sites and locations from Ceduna through to Port Augusta, the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands, across to the Riverland, down to Mount Gambier, and most places in between.
Our strength and expertise have been shaped by our history. For more than 165 years, South Australians have depended on us to innovate and deliver efficient and sustainable water services. With nationally and internationally recognised industry expertise, we're focused on understanding and meeting our customers' expectations.
As well as safely delivering smart and reliable services for our customers of today, we innovate to shape the water solutions of the future that will support thriving economies and healthy communities.
We are driven by our values; we value our people, we do work that matters, we keep it real, we know that our work has impact and we are future focussed. Staying true to our values ensures that we consistently deliver positive outcomes for all South Australians.
About the job
The Asset Data Management Specialist supports the development and delivery of high‐quality asset data for SA Water's GIS asset register, driving data quality improvements and ensuring asset information systems function effectively. The role partners with stakeholders across the business to understand data needs, identify gaps, and help design solutions that enhance the accuracy, reliability and usability of infrastructure asset data.
About the person
The ideal person for this role is analytical, curious, and highly attentive to detail, with a genuine interest in improving the quality and reliability of asset data. They bring strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across technical and operational areas. They are comfortable navigating complex information systems, learning new tools, and applying structured problem‐solving to data challenges. They take ownership of their work, contribute proactively to continuous improvement, and are motivated by supporting sound decision‐making through accurate, well‐managed asset information.
About Sustainable Infrastructure
The Sustainable Infrastructure group is dedicated to maximising value for customers and the community by developing innovative and optimised infrastructure plans, and overseeing the planning, construction, delivery, and maintenance of water and sewerage assets across the state and business.
In addition, your responsibilities will include
* Supporting planning activities that ensure asset data and information meet agreed levels of service.
* Contributing subject matter expertise in asset data architecture, models and metadata.
* Developing technical capability in systems of record such as ESRI, Maximo, SQL, Python or AutoCAD (depending on focus area).
* Supporting data profiling, quality monitoring, and the design of data quality improvement solutions.
* Contributing to governance, compliance and continuous improvement of corporate asset registers and information systems.
* Providing guidance, training and support to staff and contractors involved in asset data creation and management.
Your success in this role will come from
* Qualifications in information systems, data management or a related discipline (essential).
* Experience in data and information management (desirable).
* Skills in ESRI, Python, SQL, Maximo or AutoCAD (desirable and dependent on focus area).
* Experience in process design or automation (desirable).
* The ability to work collaboratively, solve problems, and contribute to continuous improvement.
To apply, click 'Apply'. Please submit and complete the application form, upload a cover letter and current resume. For enquiries or a copy of the PD, please contact Tracy from the Talent Acquisition team tracy.rayan@sawater.com.au
Applications close 4pm, 19 March 2026.
A great customer experience is best achieved by having a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, members of the LGBTQA+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Our Industry is like no other. Dive into the wonderful world of water and explore the boundless opportunities. Learn more about the water industry at careersinwater.com.au
Please note: We request that recruitment agencies do not submit candidates for this position, as they will not be accepted.
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