Take pride in making a meaningful impact on regional, rural and remote communities while being a pivotal player in the energy industry's future.
We are unique
We are a regional business that thinks on a global level. We work with determined, passionate and curious people to empower communities for a better tomorrow. Essential Water provides high-quality and reliable water and sewerage services to approximately 18,000 people in the Far West of New South Wales.
We are united in our purpose, and we live our values. We love a challenge, thrive in a culture that’s all about teamwork and we are here for our customers no matter what. We thrive on teamwork and care about each other. We respect what makes us unique and celebrate the diverse talents, strengths, and perspectives that each of us bring.
About the role
Based in Broken Hill, the Electrical Fitter will work within the dedicated electrical team, responsible for the maintenance, repair and improvement works on all electrical, instrumentation and control assets within the business. Essential Water infrastructure includes pumping stations, water & wastewater treatment plants, storage & reticulation systems, SCADA & telemetry networks.
Some key position responsibilities include:
Carry out planned and emergency maintenance on electric motors, electrical distribution systems, chemical dosing systems and other electrical equipment associated with the water and sewer networks.
Installation and commissioning of new electrical assets including distribution boards, electric motors, valve actuators, instrumentation devices and other fixed equipment
Undertake inspection, testing and calibration activities and complete reports as required on electrical assets to meet safety, regulatory and operational requirements
Carry out diagnosis and rectification of faults in complex process control systems at water and wastewater treatment plants
Timely and accurate completion of risk assessments, work orders and other related forms
Be available and participate in after-hours/weekend standby roster and overtime requirements
About you
To be successful in this position you'll be flexible, self-motivated, and able to work well in a team environment. You will also have:
- Strong commitment to personal and team safety.
- Dedication to achieving great outcomes for our customers and our community.
- Confidence to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work effectively during times of unplanned events.
Adaptable to change with a high attention to detail.
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Skills/Experience
Proven diagnostic, problem solving and trouble shooting skills.
Sound knowledge and experience working with industrial electrical and electronic equipment including motors, variable speed drives, instrumentation, PLCs and SCADA systems.
Knowledge of high and low voltage switching and LOTO practices.
Ability to interpret electrical drawings.
Capable of using basic computer software and mobile applications including asset and maintenance management systems.
Required Qualifications
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or demonstrated capability through past employment experience and/or relevant qualifications.
Drivers Licence.
Qualified Supervisors Certificate.
WorkCover NSW Construction Induction Certificate (White Card).
Why Essential Water
For information on our employee benefits (such as 9-day fortnight, Fitness Passport, Apple, JB Hi-Fi and Dell Employee Purchase Programs and 26 weeks paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers) please visit our website.
We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women .
Joining Essential Water means you are the type of person where camaraderie, supporting your colleagues and balance in your life are all important.
Our culture is diverse, respectful and one where you have a voice which is heard. We know we can only be successful in supporting the customers who depend on us if we work together.
For further information please contact Frank Napoli, Works and Project Coordinator Electrical – Water on 0428 967 759.
Applications close on Sunday 26 July 2026 at 11:55pm.
Passionate people. Global thinking. Regional heart.
Building a better energy future.
Essential Water is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applicants to apply regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As an organisation, our aim is to champion inclusivity in the workplace and celebrate the difference in all our employees.
At Essential Water, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to Essential Water (including alternate formats of application forms or alternate ways for accessibility). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact [email protected] or call us on 1800 255 777.
