Technical Advisor

Thrive as you shape WAs water future.

We value unique insights ideas and talents. We care about creating an environment thats inclusive and reflects the diversity of the community we service.

At Water Corporation you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to your community with opportunities across WA.

Help keep WAs most critical water infrastructure running safely reliably and efficiently.

We are looking for a technically minded organised and peoplefocused Technical Advisor to support the operation and maintenance of the Metropolitan Integrated Water Supply Scheme (IWSS) which is the backbone of Perths drinking water network.

This is a handson impactful role where you will work across bulk water conveyance assets including high-pressure water pipelines (trunk mains) major pump stations flow and pressure regulation valves and other water transfer infrastructure that keeps Perths taps flowing.

Why Join Us

Great team! A supportive downtoearth crew of eight led by a Manager committed to training professional development and acting opportunities.

Exciting work happening now! You will be involved in key projects such as the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant integration works which is a major part of securing longterm water for a rapidly growing Perth.

Real impact! Help maintain assets that must operate at their best to minimise interruptions to critical water production systems like groundwater treatment plants and desalination plants (very expensive to shut down!).

Balance of field and office work! Get to know the system meet the people and see the assets firsthand.

Why This Role Matters

Perths drinking water security depends on wellmaintained conveyance assets. Your work will directly support the safe delivery of water to millions of Western Australians today and into the future.

This is a permanent full-time role based in Kelmscott however we are open to considering a part-time arrangement for the right candidate.

Real benefits that matter

• Real flexibility with options to work from home 9-day fortnight flexible work hours
• Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Take advantage of our co-contribution superannuation scheme. Receive a 12% employer contribution and enjoy an additional 2% employer co-contribution when you elect to salary sacrifice 2%.
• Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave of up to 5 days so you can maintain your cultural connection and wellbeing.

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

The Role

As a Technical Advisor Integrated Water Supply Scheme Operations you will:

Provide specialist technical support

• Offer expert advice to operational and maintenance teams working on largescale conveyance and trunk main assets.
• Review asset condition and assessment reports interpret technical data and action recommendations to keep the network in top condition.

Support operations & maintenance activities

• Assist with supervising daily maintenance activities across the IWSS bulk water conveyance network.
• Help prioritise and progress a backlog of repairs ensuring infrastructure remains reliable and compliant.

Engage with stakeholders

• Work closely with internal teams contractors and external stakeholders to coordinate maintenance shutdowns and project works.
• Provide clear confident technical communication across all levels.

Lead and support project work

• Support project planning and delivery contractor management and costeffective execution of maintenance and operational activities.
• Use strong data analysis skills to inform decisions and optimise performance.

What You Will Be Working On

• Bulk water conveyance pipelines (trunk mains)
• Major IWSS pump stations
• Pressure and flow control valves
• Largescale water transfer infrastructure
• Integration and upgrade projects supporting Perths future water demand

Your First Few Months

You will not be thrown in the deep end! Your onboarding will include:

• Getting to know our assets and how the system works
• Spending time in the field with the team
• Meeting operational and project stakeholders
• Learning our processes tools and systems

Once settled you will jump into progressing the backlog of repairs and helping us ensure our assets are in topnotch condition to avoid costly disruptions to water production.

About You Essential Qualifications & Experience

You will bring a strong mix of technical capability practical experience and the ability to work confidently in a busy operational environment. Specifically we are looking for someone with:

• A tertiary qualification in engineering (Civil/Mechanical Project Management or a related discipline).
• Substantial experience in mechanical electrical or civil environments ideally within construction infrastructure mining or utilities including relevant supervisory exposure.
• Considerable experience working in complex processbased industries particularly in operations and maintenance of largescale assets.
• Strong diagnostic and continuous improvement skills with the ability to identify faults analyse root causes and improve processes in a processfocussed environment.
• A current C Class Drivers Licence (regular site travel required and work vehicle will be provided).

Bonus Points!

• SAP experience
• Background in water operations asset management or major infrastructure maintenance

Sound like a match Apply today

If you are interested in the above opportunity please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.

Applications close 23rd March 2026

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with disability women youth LGBTQIA folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments during the recruitment process including an alternative format of the application form can contact a Recruitment Officer at or.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement please visit our website