Field Technician

We are seeking applications from experienced Field Technicians for a 6-month maximum term assignment with our client based in Port Lincoln. This role is to cover a secondment and offers an ASAP start, working until 26/06/2026. If you are a proactive individual who enjoys field-based work, thrives on variety, and takes pride in getting the job done, we would love to hear from you!

This is a dynamic role focused on construction and maintenance, where you and your team will be responsible for delivering preventative and corrective maintenance, emergency response activities, and new construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake construction, maintenance, and operational tasks on complex water and wastewater systems.
• Lead water and wastewater investigations, construction, commissioning, laying mains and connections.
• Undertake environmental reporting and acquire relevant permits and approvals.
• Perform manual handling tasks, working at heights and confined space work.
• Put safety above all else, taking responsibility for your safety as well as others.
• Use technology systems and programs in accordance with procedures, and complete electronic reporting.
• Deliver excellent customer service, representing the client in the community with a customer-focused approach.
• Willingness to work on call (compensated).
• Occasional travel (allowances and compensation included).

Essential Requirements:

• Skilled in the use and maintenance of hand and power tools, small machinery, and various static and mobile vehicles, plant and machinery.
• Driver’s license.
• Construction White Card.
• Available to participate in an on-call roster and occasional overnight travel.

Desirable:

• Previous trade qualifications.
• Truck, excavator & traffic management tickets.
• Basic computer operating skills.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary of $42.86 per hour (including casual loading).
• Opportunity to contribute to essential water and wastewater services.
• Potential for further contract extension.
• Allowances for on-call and travel.
• Full-time hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 3:30pm.

How to Apply:
If you want an opportunity to join this great team and are available for an immediate start, please click APPLY NOW to upload your resume. A consultant will contact you shortly after receiving your application. Please note only successful candidates will be contacted.

Chandler Macleod is partnering with candidates and clients alike to unleash their full potential. Successfully working with industry-leading operations throughout Australia, the team at Chandler Macleod is actively sourcing and placing candidates in the right roles using our 'Best Fit Methods'.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse individuals, people living with a disability, and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.