In Melbourne, water is essential to our way of life.
As caretakers for Melbourne's water cycle, we care for water, life and land throughout Melbourne: both its people and its biodiversity.
Each time you drink from the tap, flush a toilet, run through a backyard sprinkler, or kayak down the Yarra—we're there. Primed and ready, quietly delivering some of the world's cleanest water for over five million residents and wildlife that call Melbourne home —just as we have for over 130 years.
If you value making it count, diving in with curiosity, and doing what's right, you're in the right place.
About the RoleThis six month fixed term contract can be based at either Silvan or Winneke. Reporting to the Manager Maintenance, this is a pivotal role within the Works Delivery team. As the Reliability Specialist you will be responsible for providing technical expertise and experience to ensure safe, and consistent delivery of reliability improvement activities. You will also be responsible for asset performance for the business through reliability management and strong engagement with operations and maintenance.
Key ResponsibilitiesExtensive knowledge of reliability techniques, processes, tools and systems with the capability to utilise reliability best practice; (RCA, RCM etc).Experience with Maximo, SCADA, MS Office and other IT asset based systems.Demonstrated knowledge and experience in operation and maintenance of large and complex mechanical and electrical plant and equipment.Knowledge of asset management processes and objectives.Demonstrated strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to critically explore and analyse solution options and evaluate consequences of different risk scenarios and implement appropriate cost-effective risk management techniques.Proven experience in reliability and risk management.At Melbourne Water, we care about water and all life that springs from it.
Our people are fuelled by passion, and with safety at the forefront, we have an unwavering sense of purpose, and are on a mission to protect every Melburnian's way of life, one drop at a time.
We walk the talk when it comes to flexible working – but that's not all. Our culture of purpose, safety, results, and learning permeates everything we do. We're dedicated to doing what's right, and this commitment extends to the meaningful work we do in a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talents.
Our long-standing commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging means that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ individuals, people living with disability, mature age and young jobseekers from all cultures can apply with confidence knowing they are safe, affirmed, and celebrated.
If you're curious, action-orientated, outcomes-focused, and care deeply for public resources, community, and the environment, we'd love to receive an application and learn if you could be a great fit.
How to ApplyClick the 'Apply Now' button below and complete our online application form.
The Security of Critical Infrastructure (SoCI) Act 2018 requires Melbourne Water, as an operator of critical infrastructure, to prepare a Critical Infrastructure Risk Management Program (CIRMP), which has been undertaken and managed by the Security and Emergency Management Team. Melbourne Water are required to assess roles across Melbourne Water to determine what roles are critical under the Act. All employees working in a role deemed SOCI critical will require additional background checks via AusCheck. This role is deemed critical, and the preferred applicant will be asked to undertake an AusCheck. For over 130 years, Melbourne Water has been planning and innovating for Melbourne's future.
Owned by the Victorian Government, we manage and protect the city's water supply ensuring reliable, high-quality drinking water is available now and into the future.
We're also responsible for reliable sewerage, healthy waterways, and drainage and flood management.
With the ever-present challenges of population growth, urbanisation and an increasingly changing and variable climate, we are also working hard to build a more resilient and water-sensitive city, one with a smart and sustainable water supply.
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