Senior Technical Advisor (Mechanical) - Asset Integration

Who are we?

We’re here to help people live well and create a better and more sustainable future. We support healthy and liveable communities by delivering water, sewerage and recycled water services to 1.77 million people who rely on us every day and every night. At South East Water, we innovate with purpose and act with care to deliver healthy water for life. Fresh thinking and collaboration are at the heart of our organisation. We are constantly learning, embracing the challenges of today and excited by the opportunities that tomorrow will bring.  
 

The role

Asset Integration is a multi-faceted team which was created to collaborate with cross-divisional stakeholders to provide technical and operational advice during the concept, design, construction, and commissioning and handover phases of new and refurbished assets. 

The Senior Technical Advisor (Mechanical & Civil) will be responsible for commissioning and handover end-to-end process for mechanical plant and equipment. The advice will be required to be provided during planning, design and commissioning phases to assist the project team with integration of critical assets into new or existing networks. 

The provision of post-commissioning feedback on operation performance will be essential to allow for enhancement and improvement opportunities. In addition, even though the role’s primary focus is the mechanical element, civil, instrumentation and electrical aspects will feature significantly.

Who are you?

We're looking for someone with well-developed knowledge of mechanical and civil principles, with intermediate knowledge in electrical and instrumentation design and PLC control. Holding a degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering is highly desirable, or alternatively extensive experience post Mechanical Engineering Technician apprenticeship.   

With excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships, the preferred candidate will also hold extensive knowledge and experience in the following:

• QA Principles, AS/NZS Standards, Codes (WSAA), Industry (MRWA) standards and applied practices
• Operating and maintaining water, recycled water and sewerage networks
• Commissioning and handover of plant, water, recycled and sewer assets and equipment
• Understanding of the water industry asset life cycle i.e. planning, design, construction, operations and maintenance
• Time management and prioritisation skills with the ability to manage a large volume of competing priorities 

Please note: you must be up to date, or willing to get up to date with inoculations as per the requirements of the role.

What's in it for you?

Working at South East Water means you can enjoy a wealth of benefits, starting with the chance to be part of an organisation deeply committed to environmental initiatives and sustainability; one who has been recognised as one of the top 101 Workplaces for Women in Australia by Work180 for the past two consecutive years.   

South East Water cultivates a dynamic culture that emphasises collaboration and strong work ethics, supported by career-focused learning and development opportunities. 

As a SEW employee, you can enjoy the following offerings from our benefits package: 

• Access to My Fitness Passport, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), annual flu shots, and health checks.  
• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options and leave purchasing. 
• Life insurance and salary continuance. 
• 15 weeks paid parental leave and paid superannuation on eligible portions of unpaid parental leave. 
• Additional leave offerings, such as cultural and ceremonial leave and study leave.  
• Head office with modern facilities and panoramic beachfront views, a separate parents' room, a prayer and meditation room, an onsite cafe, and free parking. 
• Opportunity to be part of great initiatives involving the local community  

This role is remunerated at a Level 5, which is between $112,377 and $118,760 + super and offers are commensurate with the successful candidates' experience.  

We're for everyone

Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. It makes us better learners, thinkers and collaborators, helping create better outcomes for our customers.  

We are deeply committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ individuals, people with disability and jobseekers of all ages and cultures. We aim to provide an inclusive, accessible workplace where everyone is welcome, safe, and celebrated. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss your reasonable adjustments during interviews, please reach out to our Talent team at careers@southeastwater.com.au. 
 

Keen to make an impact?

Click here to check out the position description. We're accepting applications for this exciting opportunity until Sunday, 3 August 2025! 

To be considered for this opportunity, you must hold unrestricted working rights for the period of employment at the time of application.  Successful candidates will also be required to undergo a number of pre-employment checks, including a police records check 

 
South East Water operates a 24/7 service environment. Whilst this role does not involve after-hours rostered duty, all employees may be required to provide out of hours support from time to time as required. 

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