At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair essential mechanical assets for water and wastewater services.
- Company: Goulburn Valley Water, committed to community health and prosperity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work, professional growth, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Enjoy a regional lifestyle with opportunities for career development and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while working hands-on with mechanical systems.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Mechanical Trade and experience with pumps and generators.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
Goulburn Valley Water (GVW) provides quality water and wastewater services to 54 towns in North Central Victoria. Our purpose is to support healthy and prosperous communities.
We are seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Officer to join our Operations team and play a key role in maintaining the critical infrastructure that delivers safe and reliable water and wastewater services to our customers. Using your mechanical trade skills, you will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance and repair of pumps, generators, compressors, blowers and other essential mechanical assets across GVW's water and wastewater systems.
If you enjoy hands-on work, solving mechanical problems and being part of a team that keeps essential services running, we'd love to hear from you.
About your new role...
You will be part of a small, supportive team responsible for maintaining GVW's critical water and wastewater assets across our operational area. Primarily, you will carry out preventative and corrective maintenance on a range of mechanical and rotating equipment including pumps, generators, compressors, blowers, chemical dosing equipment and associated infrastructure. You'll play an important role in ensuring the reliability and long-term performance of assets that support essential services to our communities.
The role involves conducting inspections, fault finding, condition monitoring and repairs, as well as recording maintenance activities within GVW's asset management systems. Based at the Shepparton Operations Centre, you will join a collaborative team of technical and operational professionals, with the added benefit of convenient on-site parking. Participation in an on-call standby roster and reasonable overtime will be required.
About you...
- Certificate III or higher in a Mechanical Trade (Diesel Mechanic, Fitter or similar)
- Experience maintaining mechanical and rotating equipment such as pumps, generators, compressors and blowers.
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- A strong commitment to Safety and safe work practices
- Good computer skills and the ability to use digital maintenance systems
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication and organisation skills
- Willingness to participate in an on-call standby roster
- Adaptable, hands on and enjoy working outdoors and in all elements
- Committed to contributing positively to your team and the organisation
Where you'll be working...
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What you'll get...
- You will have the opportunity to join a diverse and inclusive organisation with strong ties to our regional community.
- Classification GVW3: $82,541 - $100,700 + superannuation (starting salary point is negotiable dependent upon relevant qualifications, skills, and experience demonstrated)
- A Full-time position
- Shepparton based - regional lifestyle benefits
- Rostered Day Off (RDO's) - 12 per year
- Opportunity to make a difference to the team and wider organisation and contribute to the ongoing liveability and prosperity of the region you live in.
- Aligned with Community Connect Program - showcasing our region and supporting professionals to settle into town and become part of the community.
- An organisation where safety is the highest priority, committed to continuous improvement of safe work practices and positively supporting the wellbeing of its staff including health management programs flu vaccinations, skin checks and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Supportive team culture
- Encouragement and support to pursue professional growth and development opportunities.
- Annual performance reviews that encourage, recognise and reward performance
- Flexible, diverse, and inclusive workplace
For further information on this position, you are encouraged to contact Sam Sciuto, Team Leader - Mechanical Maintenance on 0418 551 *** Applications close 11.59pm, Friday 13 November 2026. Goulburn Valley Water is an equal opportunity employer valuing all people, diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Mechanical Maintenance Officer employer: Goulburn Valley Water
Goulburn Valley Water Corporation is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its employees while serving the vibrant communities of North Central Victoria. With a strong commitment to flexible working arrangements, a supportive team culture, and opportunities for career development, GVW fosters an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. Located in Shepparton's CBD, employees enjoy a balanced lifestyle with access to regional amenities and community engagement, making it a rewarding place to work.
