Irrigation Maintenance Technician

4 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Merri-bek City Council Full time
Overview

Join to apply for the Irrigation Maintenance Technician role at Merri-bek City Council.

About Merri-bek City Council: a progressive council of 175,000 residents, known for environmental sustainability, social justice, and community wellbeing. The Civic Centre is located in Coburg, with good public transport options and access to local amenities. Merri-bek is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace.

About the Role

Merri-bek City Council is seeking a dedicated Irrigation Maintenance Technician to join our Water Management Team within Open Space Management Maintenance. In this role you will be responsible for the maintenance, auditing and repair of irrigation and stormwater harvesting systems. Your expertise will help ensure our irrigation and stormwater assets, including pumps, UV systems and filters, operate at optimal levels.

Skills and Experience Required
  • Qualification in Irrigation or substantial experience within the industry
  • A willingness to obtain a trade-certified position in Irrigation
  • Perform routine maintenance, repairs and testing of irrigation and stormwater systems, controllers, pumps, UV systems and filtration assets within Open Space Maintenance
  • Conduct irrigation performance audits
  • Operate light and heavy machinery adhering to council safety practices
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
What the Role Can Offer
  • Fortnightly RDO
  • Extensive opportunities for training and career development
  • Salary sacrifice options
  • Work-life balance and flexible work options
  • Employer-supported study assistance schemes
  • Wellness programs
Other Support for Staff
  • Parental leave provisions and other leave options
Remuneration and Working Arrangements

Salary: $78k - $80k + Super. Full-time permanent role (based on 35 hours per week). Fortnightly RDO. Ability to transfer or take Long Service Leave within Local Government.

How to Apply

Please apply online via our recruitment system. You will be required to upload your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience. You do not need to respond to the individual Key Selection Criteria. Please also upload any other relevant documents. Some documents relating to this position may reference Moreland City Council; Merri-bek City Council is updating to the new name.

Please note that applications must be submitted online; applications will not be accepted via email.

Important Contacts and Closing Date

For further information about this position please contact Iain Ferguson, Water Management Officer, on 0429 639 540.

Applications close: 11:30pm, Wednesday, 10 September 2025.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and people from diverse cultures, genders and ages.

Our Commitment to Child Safety: Merri-bek City Council is a Child Safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse.


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