Hydraulics Investigations Officer

Are you an experienced plumbing or drainage professional with a knack for problem-solving and a passion for community service? We are seeking a dedicated Hydraulics Investigation Officer to join our team and play a crucial role in managing and maintaining our Council’s stormwater systems.In this hands-on role, you will investigate and resolve seepage, soakage, and related stormwater complaints, support maintenance programs, coordinate minor projects, and work closely with contractors and property owners. Your expertise will help ensure effective stormwater asset management and improved service delivery for our community.About the role:As the Hydraulics Investigation Officer, you will:Investigate and resolve complaints regarding seepage, soakage, water quality, and related issues.Conduct water and dye testing, use CCTV and push cameras to assess stormwater and sewer systems.Collaborate with TasWater, property owners, and internal teams to promote effective solutions. Issue defect notices, work orders, and manage administrative tasks to ensure timely resolution of issues.Assist in developing and implementing maintenance programs to optimise asset life and reduce complaints.Support stormwater connection installations and maintain flood early warning and landslip monitoring systems.Coordinate and manage minor stormwater infrastructure projects including patching, drain cleaning, relining, and condition surveys.Maintain accurate asset records within the Council’s asset management system and assist with rectification where needed.Investigate and manage internal stormwater and sewer infiltration, cross connections, leaks, and blockages. Assist with CCTV operation and data management related to stormwater asset condition surveys.About you:You’ll bring:Trade qualification in Plumbing with 3+ years’ experience in hydraulics services (plumbing and drainage), or over 5 years’ experience in drainage utility maintenance environments.Knowledge of Local Government operations and/or Tasmanian plumbing codes and Council By-Laws.Strong organisational, written, and verbal communication skills. Excellent problem-solving abilities, self-motivation, and effective time management. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.Tasmanian Drivers LicensePosition Details:Full-time (76 hours fortnight).9-day fortnight because life happens outside of work too.Annual salary increasesGreat training and development opportunitiesFlexible work arrangementsLocated just 15 minutes from the Hobart CBDGlenorchy City Council's Enterprise Agreement 2025Our Commitment to Community:Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance to child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy, outlines our commitment – view it here.How to Apply:To be considered, applications must be submitted via this site or on the Glenorchy City Council Careers page.Your application must include:a cover letter addressing how your skills and experience relate to the Position Descriptiona current resumePre-employment checks including a national Police check, working with vulnerable people, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to finalising employment.Applications close at 8pm on Sunday 2 November 2025Up for a chat about this opportunity, contact Dan Egodawatte on (03) 6216 6800Come and join Glenorchy City Council – where you and your ideas matter.  Apply today!Position Description - Hydraulics Investigation Officer AUD Glenorchy 7010

Hydraulics Investigations Officer

Are you an experienced plumbing or drainage professional with a knack for problem-solving and a passion for community service? We are seeking a dedicated Hydraulics Investigation Officer to join our team and play a crucial role in managing and maintaining our Council’s stormwater systems.

In this hands-on role, you will investigate and resolve seepage, soakage, and related stormwater complaints, support maintenance programs, coordinate minor projects, and work closely with contractors and property owners. Your expertise will help ensure effective stormwater asset management and improved service delivery for our community.

About the role:
As the Hydraulics Investigation Officer, you will:

  • Investigate and resolve complaints regarding seepage, soakage, water quality, and related issues.
  • Conduct water and dye testing, use CCTV and push cameras to assess stormwater and sewer systems.
  • Collaborate with TasWater, property owners, and internal teams to promote effective solutions. 
  • Issue defect notices, work orders, and manage administrative tasks to ensure timely resolution of issues.
  • Assist in developing and implementing maintenance programs to optimise asset life and reduce complaints.
  • Support stormwater connection installations and maintain flood early warning and landslip monitoring systems.
  • Coordinate and manage minor stormwater infrastructure projects including patching, drain cleaning, relining, and condition surveys.
  • Maintain accurate asset records within the Council’s asset management system and assist with rectification where needed.
  • Investigate and manage internal stormwater and sewer infiltration, cross connections, leaks, and blockages. 
  • Assist with CCTV operation and data management related to stormwater asset condition surveys.

    About you:
    You’ll bring:

    • Trade qualification in Plumbing with 3+ years’ experience in hydraulics services (plumbing and drainage), or over 5 years’ experience in drainage utility maintenance environments.
    • Knowledge of Local Government operations and/or Tasmanian plumbing codes and Council By-Laws.
    • Strong organisational, written, and verbal communication skills. 
    • Excellent problem-solving abilities, self-motivation, and effective time management. 
    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. 
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
    • Tasmanian Drivers License

      Position Details:

      • Full-time (76 hours fortnight).
      • 9-day fortnight because life happens outside of work too.
      • Annual salary increases
      • Great training and development opportunities
      • Flexible work arrangements
      • Located just 15 minutes from the Hobart CBD
      • Glenorchy City Council's Enterprise Agreement 2025

      Our Commitment to Community:

      Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance to child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy, outlines our commitment – view it here.

      How to Apply:

      To be considered, applications must be submitted via this site or on the Glenorchy City Council Careers page.

      Your application must include:

      • a cover letter addressing how your skills and experience relate to the Position Description
      • a current resume

      Pre-employment checks including a national Police check, working with vulnerable people, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to finalising employment.

      Applications close at 8pm on Sunday 2 November 2025

      Up for a chat about this opportunity, contact Dan Egodawatte on (03) 6216 6800

      Come and join Glenorchy City Council – where you and your ideas matter.  Apply today!