Mechanical Technicians

Western Australia's future is made by water. Now, you can help build what comes next.

For generations, water has helped shape Western Australia — supporting our communities, industries, environment, and way of life.

Today, a drying climate, population growth and economic development are placing increasing pressure on our water resources, creating one of the state’s most significant infrastructure, environmental, and technological challenges. Water Corporation is responding through major investment in climate-resilient infrastructure, innovative water sources and long-term solutions that will help secure Western Australia's water future.

Water has helped shape Western Australia. Now, you can help shape the future of water.

With us, you'll have the opportunity to deliver major projects, solve complex engineering challenges, drive innovation, plan for future growth, protect the environment and work with communities to create lasting benefits for the state. 

If you’re looking for purposeful work and the opportunity to work on projects of state significance, there’s never been a better time to join our talented team shaping Western Australia’s water future.

About

To support this major maintenance uplift, we are building a dedicated crew of Mechanical Tradespeople, with a strong safety focus, sound judgement and the ability to work across multiple sites as part of a structured mobilisation program.

To thrive in this role, you'll have:

• Proven mechanical trade experience, ideally involving pumps, valves or process plant.
• The ability to work independently and make safety critical decisions on site.
• A strong focus on quality assurance and water safety standards.
• Resilience to work in varying environments, including remote locations and changing conditions.
• A genuine willingness to travel throughout regional and remote Western Australia as part of a planned mobilisation roster.

What you can expect in this role

Keep critical assets operating: Perform planned maintenance, breakdown repairs and overhauls across multiple operational sites.

Solve meaningful challenges: Diagnose and rectify faults on infrastructure that supports essential services, often in challenging operational environments.

Work on a diverse range of assets and infrastructure, developing a wider skill set than most site-based roles.

Work within Perth metro and regional sites across WA: These positions support sites across the state, meaning travel and overnight stays are likely.

What we are looking for

• Trade qualification: Fitter, Mechanical Technician or equivalent trade certification.
• Industry experience: Experience in utilities, mining, industrial maintenance or similar environments will be highly regarded.
• Diagnostic mindset: The ability to analyse and understand problems before determining the best solution.
• Mobility and travel commitment: Willingness and ability to travel regularly to regional and remote locations
• Valid WA Drivers Licence

Why work with us?

• You will be supporting communities that rely on critical water infrastructure every day.
• Build a stable and meaningful career with Water Corporation while contributing to one of our largest infrastructure programs.
• Join a mobile maintenance crew that supports one another and works together to achieve safe and effective outcomes.
• Access training and development opportunities across a broad range of plant and equipment.

Real benefits that matter

• Competitive travel and site allowances designed for genuine statewide mobilisation.
• Planned rosters that balance time on site with time at home.
• Two wellbeing days each year to recharge, relax and enjoy life, separate to standard paid sick and personal leave.
• Access long service leave after three years of service.
• Take advantage of our co contribution superannuation scheme. Receive a 12% employer contribution and enjoy an additional 2% employer co contribution when you elect to salary sacrifice 2%.
• Annual leave loading, an extra 17.5% pay when you use your annual leave.
• Option to purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work four years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave of up to five days so you can maintain your cultural connection and wellbeing.

Join us

Join us on our mission to make clean, fresh water possible for millions of Western Australians.

Sound like a match?

If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.

Our Commitment to a Diverse & Inclusive Workplace

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments during the recruitment process including an alternative format of the application form, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 08 9420 2000.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website