Civil Maintenance Operator (2 positions available)

Mildura – Full Time ongoing – Band 1 (From $58,474)

Lower Murray Water (LMW) is a water corporation providing services to around 80,000 urban and rural customers along the Murray River. Our service region lies within the traditional lands of First Nations Peoples, starting from Barapa Barapa (Koondrook), travelling downstream along the Murray River through Latji Latji (Mildura) and flowing to Ngintai at the South Australian border. With over 200 staff located in and around Mildura, Swan Hill, Kerang and Robinvale, our vision is for a healthy, sustainable water future.

We have 2 exciting Civil Maintenance Operator roles available to join our team who are responsible for the efficient delivery of civil maintenance and construction within the local community. Whether you have trade qualifications, civil construction experience or are just looking to kick start your career – that’s ok! More than anything we are looking for the right people to join the team.

About the role:

This dynamic role offers the opportunity to apply your existing civil experience or build new skills within the water industry, while learning from team members who bring decades of expertise in Civil Maintenance. You’ll work collaboratively with your team to support the safe construction and maintenance of civil assets across LMW’s irrigation, drainage, potable water, and sewer systems.

Key responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Efficient and reliable construction and maintenance of civil maintenance assets including potable water, sewer, irrigation and drainage infrastructure
• Maintain tools, equipment, and plant in a safe, clean and serviceable condition
• Contribute to a safety-first culture
• Always represent LMW professionally
• Being flexible with availability and hours, overtime and out-of-hours work will be required, as will forming part of an on-call roster

About you:

You will be an engaged and enthusiastic person who is eager to learn within a fast-paced team environment. To be successful in this role, you will have the following or willingness to learn:

• Safety first approach to all works
• Experience in either civil or general construction is desirable but not essential
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team with a can-do attitude
• Current drivers’ license
• Must have the right to work in Australia
• Must have or be willing to obtain a Victorian White Card 

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t necessarily meet all the requirements of the role. You may have other skills and experience that make you a great fit for LMW. 

What we offer:

• A friendly and inclusive culture 
• Flexible working options that promote a family friendly and healthy work-life balance 
• A dynamic workplace where every day offers new and exciting ventures
• Employee Assistance Program offering free confidential counselling services to all employees
• A strong focus on career and leadership development 
• Attractive salary and employment benefits under our Enterprise Agreement

Working at LMW will inspire you to be passionate, innovative and dynamic. The skills and abilities you bring to the role will be valued, in turn we are committed to fostering a high-performing culture through continued coaching, developing and learning opportunities which will support an exciting career at LMW.

How to apply:

To apply for this role please download and complete the application form including responses to the following questions:

1. Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
2. Why do you want to be a Civil Maintenance Operator at LMW and what skills and experience will you bring to the role?
3. What is your understanding of safety in high-risk workplaces and how to you make sure no one is injured while at work?

Email your application form and resume to recruitment@lmw.vic.gov.au by Sunday, 17 August 2025. Enquiries can be directed to Phil Gourlay – HR Business Partner on 0461 254 147 or the email address above.

As part of our commitment to health and safety, successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of vaccination against Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and Q Fever, or demonstrate a willingness to undergo vaccination as part of the onboarding process.

We pride ourselves on our inclusive and diverse workforce and celebrate that everyone at LMW is unique in their own way. These unique differences create a culture at LMW that enhances not only our organisation but also the community in which we serve.

If you require any help with your application, accessibility or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please don’t hesitate to contact our Diversity & Inclusion Officer – Steph on 0498 400 052.

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