Technician

Maintaining, calibrating, testing, and repairing monitoring instruments and technical equipment used in water and wastewater operations, ensuring reliable performance while supporting preventive maintenance and compliance with safety standards.

The Technician forms part of a technical team responsible for the installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of monitoring instruments and related equipment used within water and wastewater operations. The role includes conducting routine calibration of sensors and instruments such as pH meters, turbidity meters, analysers, and conductivity meters to ensure accurate and reliable performance. The Technician performs troubleshooting and diagnostic testing to identify faults and carry out necessary repairs, while also supporting the implementation of preventive maintenance programmes in accordance with established schedules and procedures. The role may also involve assisting with the installation of technical equipment and carrying out secondary works associated with operational systems. The position requires the preparation and maintenance of technical documentation including job sheets, maintenance records, calibration reports, and materials requisition forms. The Technician is expected to work in accordance with applicable standards and regulations, while strictly following health, safety, quality, and environmental procedures. Operational duties may include responding to equipment failure calls, working in confined spaces, underground chambers, or at heights, and occasionally working in wastewater environments with the appropriate safety precautions. The Technician may also be required to drive to operational sites, participate in on-call duties, and attend training programmes to maintain up-to-date technical knowledge and best practices. The role requires strong teamwork, effective communication with supervisors and colleagues, attention to detail, and the ability to solve technical problems independently or collaboratively. The Technician is also responsible for ensuring that all maintenance activities are conducted safely and that operational risks are properly identified and managed.