Electrician

Mildura – Fulltime – Band 2 ($72,720 – $82,892)

Lower Murray Water (LMW) is a water corporation providing services to around 80,000 urban and rural customers along the Murray River. Our service region lies within the traditional lands of First Nations Peoples, starting from Barapa Barapa (Koondrook), travelling downstream along the Murray River through Latji Latji (Mildura) and flowing to Ngintait at the South Australian border. With over 200 staff located in and around Mildura, Swan Hill, Kerang and Robinvale, our vision is for a healthy, sustainable water future.

We are seeking 2 dependable and team-orientated people to join our Electrical Team, based in Mildura, with travel to Robinvale when required. This team is responsible for the efficient delivery of maintenance to our plant and equipment to support our customers and region to prosper.

About the role:

Reporting directly to the Team Leader – Electrical, this ‘hands on’ role will work within a team and support the safe maintenance and operation of assets across LMW’s irrigation, drainage, potable water and sewer systems including pumps, motors and starter equipment, PLC, Telemetry and SCADA networks. Prior water industry experience is advantageous, however previous experience in similar industries will be considered.

Key responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Contribute to a safety-first culture.
• Perform routine and reactive maintenance on electrical equipment such as pumps, motors, control panels within water and wastewater facilities.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical faults to minimize downtime and ensure operational efficiency.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and plant in a safe, clean and serviceable condition.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical diagrams, and technical documents.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical systems
• Always represent LMW professionally.
• Being flexible with availability and hours, overtime and out-of-hours work will be required, as will forming part of an on-call roster.
• Proven experience in the direction and supervision of apprentices and contractors.

About you:

We require a self-motivated person who is safety conscious looking to work in a fast-paced team environment. To be successful in this role, you will have the following:

• Electrical trade qualification
• Experience with PLC’s and VSD’s
• Instrument and Control certificates/experience desired, but not essential
• Safety first approach to all works
• Experience in either water industry, civil or general construction desirable, but not essential
• Demonstrated sound communication skills, both written and oral.   
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Problem-solving mindset and a proactive approach to maintenance.
• Proven experience in the direction and supervision of apprentices and contractors.
• Current drivers’ licence
• Construction card
• Must have the right to work in Australia. 

What we offer:

• A friendly and inclusive culture
• Flexible working options to support a healthy work-life balance for you and your family.
• A dynamic workplace where every day offers new and exciting ventures
• Health and wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Program.
• A strong focus on career and leadership development
  

Working at LMW will inspire you to be passionate, innovative and dynamic. The skills and abilities you bring to the role will be valued, in turn we are committed to fostering a high-performing culture through continued coaching, developing and learning opportunities which will support an exciting career at LMW.

To apply for this role please complete the application form including responses to the following questions:

1. Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
2. Why do you want to be an Electrician at LMW?
3. What skills and experience will you bring to the role?

A position description is available on our website https://www.lmw.vic.gov.au/careers/

Email your application form and resume to: recruitment@lmw.vic.gov.au by 5 pm Friday 24 January 2025.

Enquiries can be directed to the recruitment email address or Phil Gourlay HR Business Partner on 0461 254 147.

To apply for this role, you must have the right to work in Australia. 

We pride ourselves on our inclusive and diverse workforce and celebrate that everyone at LMW is unique in their own way. These unique differences create a culture at LMW that enhances not only our organisation but also the community in which we serve. 

If you require any help with your application, accessibility or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please don’t hesitate to contact our Diversity & Inclusion Team on 1800 808 830 

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