Water Features Technician

Citywide is recruiting for a Water Features Technician to work within our prestigious open space contract in Melbourne’s CBD. In this role, you will be responsible for servicing and maintaining water assets in some of the City’s most iconic parks and gardens.

• Fitzroy Gardens Depot
• Monday to Friday 7am to 3.06pm
• Competitive hourly rate and use of vehicle

Responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Maintain all water assets.
• Service fountains and ponds on a daily basis to ensure that they are free of litter, leaves and debris.
• Regularly test and chemical dose water.
• Undertake major cleans and repairs of water features.
• Servicing and maintain assets such as UV lamps, aerators, filters and pumps etc.
• Assist in all areas of the Water Team including plumbing, irrigation and storm water as required.
• Keep records and report all issues, defects and repairs.
• Assist the Water Manager to quote new or reinstated works as required.
• Liaise with sub-contractors and supervise works.
• Be available for on-call roster from time to time.

Skills and experience required:

• Certificated Plumber AQF Level 4
• Experience in maintaining, installing and repairing fountains, ponds and water features
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence
• First Aid Certificate
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong time keeping skills
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Highly motivated, team orientated and able to work autonomously
• Working With Children Check

In return we offer:

• The job security that comes with our list of long-term contracts
• The chance to make an impact in a rapidly expanding company
• The opportunity to further develop your skills in a strong, supportive environment
• A workplace that focuses on safety first
• A company with a culture of teamwork and respect

About Citywide

At Citywide, we are a proud company with a clear purpose and mission – we shape liveable cities by delivering the full scope of civil infrastructure, open space and environmental services to government and private enterprise. Collectively, our services positively impact more than 14 million Australians every day.

How to apply

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Alternatively, email your resume and cover letter to apply@citywide.com.au

Please note:

A full drivers licence and good driving record is essential. Reference checks, Driver Demerit Check, Police Check and Medical, including Drug and Alcohol testing are all pre-employment requirements for Citywide.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. No (search) fee will be paid in the event we hire a candidate whose resume is submitted by an employment agency to any of our employees without a valid written recruitment agreement. Such resumes shall be deemed the sole property of Citywide.

Citywide is an equal opportunities employer, we invite applications from all backgrounds.

*Only successful applications will be contacted*

Successful applications will be contacted after 9th January 2025