Country needs you. Mob needs you. Sydney Water is calling for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to join their on-the-ground Network Maintenance Crew. You’ll be out on Country helping fix burst water mains, unblock sewers, and make sure water and wastewater systems are flowing strong and steady. You’ll be part of a tight-knit crew that starts each day with a yarn and a plan, before heading out across Greater Sydney. You’ll use your hands, tools, and technology to solve real-world problems that keep homes, businesses, and communities safe. This role is more than a job—it’s about making a meaningful impact every day. You’ll help safeguard the lifeblood of Country: water. What You’ll Do Start the day with a crew meeting and safety check-in Repair water mains, unblock drains, and operate wastewater systems Communicate with the local community and explain works being done Use technology to monitor, diagnose and report Look after your mates and always put safety first Help build cleaner, smarter, stronger systems for future generations Requirements You don’t need to have done this exact job before—mob from all sorts of backgrounds are encouraged to apply: You may come from: Plumbing, gas, electrical or drainage industries Landscaping or grounds care Civil construction, concreting, excavation Mechanics or plant operation General labouring or response crews You’ll need: A current NSW Driver’s Licence (Medium Rigid minimum – or be willing to upgrade) A SafeWork NSW Construction Induction (White Card) To be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident Physical ability to carry out manual work safely and effectively Willingness to work afternoon/night shifts and be on call for emergencies It’s a bonus if you have: A trade certificate in plumbing, water ops, or civil construction. Confined space or excavator tickets Experience using tech and tools in the field A commitment to safety, respect, and teamwork Benefits Working with Sydney Water means you’ll be valued not just as a worker—but as a person, a community member, and a contributor to something bigger. What’s on offer: Competitive Pay Level 1: $70,480.62 Level 2: $83,281.49 Plus superannuation, overtime, and call-out pay Upskilling and Development Ongoing training, support, and career growth opportunities Support for You and Your Mob 18 weeks of paid parental leave Childcare allowance 24/7 access to free health and wellbeing support (EAP) Work-Life Balance Fitness Passport access to gyms and pools Novated leasing for vehicles Culturally safe leave options including Sorry Business A Culturally Safe Workplace Active Reconciliation Action Plan First Nations staff network Commitment to Caring for Country and cultural growth Why Indigenous Job Match Recommends Sydney Water At Indigenous Job Match , we’re proud to endorse Sydney Water as an employer who is not only committed to reconciliation—but actively walking the journey with mob. With 17 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff already employed across their organisation Sydney Water is clearly investing in building a workforce that reflects the communities it serves. They’ve taken real steps toward creating a culturally safe and inclusive workplace by: Embedding a strong Reconciliation Action Plan Offering cultural leave and Sorry Business support Establishing a First Nations staff network and advisory body Supporting long-term growth through employment, development, and procurement initiatives for First Nations people Most importantly, they’ve made a public commitment to implementing Caring for Country approaches —ensuring First Nations knowledge systems and cultural practices are honoured in their operations and planning. This includes creating space for First Nations voices to lead on how we look after water, land, and communities. We endorse this role 100%. This isn’t just a job—it’s an opportunity to work with a crew and company that values culture, listens deeply, and is working hard to do things right.
