Maintenance Engineer / Scientist / Specialist

• Join the Engineering and Technical Support team in Sydney Water and make a difference in the community.
• Work on complex asset maintenance strategies across our Network
• EA Level 10 - $118,028.84 + super + RDO

About The Role: 

Focusing on Water and Wastewater Network Assets, this role will help us to meet cost, risk and performance targets over the asset lifecycle: incorporating asset creation, maintenance and renewals for all assets.  With a focus on condition assessment of linear assets, the role works in partnership with our strategic planning and investment teams, delivery partners and operations teams and very closely with the maintenance program and performance monitoring teams to ensure maintenance and renewal planning is optimised. In addition, you will: 

• Lead or manage investigation of complex asset failures using RCA Root Cause Analysis and FTA Fault Tree Analysis methodologies. Problem solving for high cost/ frequent failure assets. 
• Review and develop asset maintenance and renewal strategies. Ensure asset maintenance strategies and asset management plans are aligned and effective with the corporate strategies & standards. 
• Oversight of condition assessment of all assets within their scope, including monitoring for risks and issues. Including the review of asset condition and review of specialist asset condition assessments. 

About You: 

You will hold a tertiary qualification in engineering, science or a related discipline.  In addition to proven experience in maintenance and renewals of water, and / or wastewater treatment assets, you will also have: 

• A comprehensive understanding of asset management or similar developed through industry experience with experience in related activities. 
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills, with the ability to synthesise and consolidate a large amount of information for clarity of objectives and outcomes. 

Does this sound like you? Apply now. Closing date: Monday 23rd February 2026 at 11.59pm AEST 

We support you through the application process and can modify as needed – let us know what you need. For more information, you can contact marc.evans2@sydneywater.com.au 

Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities. 

Why join us 

At Sydney Water, your work will make a real difference in people’s lives—and your own. With diverse projects and roles, you'll find ample career growth opportunities. At Sydney Water, we actively seek and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and individuality., fostering a safe environment where everyone can thrive and shape impactful community projects. We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career progression among our many benefits. 

Dive into Our Great Benefits: 

• Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately. 
• Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being. 
• Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success. 
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal. 
• Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans. 
• Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance. 
• Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW. 
• Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options. 

Working at Sydney Water 

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans. 

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