
Posted 15 days ago
Reticulation Technician
AI Summary
Hands-on field role maintaining rural water networks by inspecting tanks and pressure reducing valves, reading water meters, and ensuring safe, reliable water services for the community.
About this role
Do you enjoy working outdoors, using practical skills, and knowing the work you do directly benefits your community? We’re looking for a Reticulation Technician to join our team and help keep our rural water network running smoothly and safely.
The purpose of the role
This is a hands-on, field-based position where no two days are the same. As a Reticulation Technician, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring reliable water services by:
Completing annual tank and restrictor inspections- Carrying out urban and rural water meter readings that keep our billing accurate and up to date
- Inspecting and servicing pressure reducing valves (PRVs) to keep our systems safe and efficient
- Always working in an environmentally safe and hygienic manner
What we’re looking for:
We need someone who is practical, reliable, and enjoys solving problems on the go.
- Previous experience/qualifications in water services, utilities, or a trade is a plus
- Comfortable working outdoors in all conditions
- Detail-oriented with good record-keeping skills
- A strong communicator who can work independently but is also a team player
- Someone with a full driver licence (essential) and a commitment to safe work practices
Why join us?
Join a supportive team, enjoy varied fieldwork and take pride in delivering safe, reliable water services to your community.
To view the full job description and vacancy information please click on the following link: Reticulation Technician Vacancy Pack Sep 2026
If this role sounds like what you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you!
This role will close on Sunday, 27 September 2026, but we will be assessing applications as they are received, so apply now!
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