Technical Officer Irrigation and Groundwater

Technical Officer Irrigation and Groundwater

Asset Services | Engineering, Horticulture, Infrastructure, Parks & Garden, Trades/Service

Location:

Rockingham, WA

Permanent

Full-time (average of 38 hours per week)

The City of Rockingham is an award winning local government located 40km south of the Perth CBD and is known as the place where the coast comes to life. One of the fastest growing local governments in the south metropolitan area, we are responsible for the provision and delivery of high quality services, facilities and events that meet or exceed community expectations.

Providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is important to us and we are committed to employing team members who share the City’s Values of Recognition, Ethics, Service, Professional Development, Empowerment, Communication and Teamwork –RESPECT. These Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at the City.

Help shape sustainable water management in our community! We’re seeking a Technical Officer – Irrigation and Groundwater to manage groundwater monitoring, ensure compliance, and support the planning and delivery of irrigation infrastructure projects. Be part of a team committed to sustainability, innovation, and delivering outstanding service to the community.

We’re looking for a team player who is self‑motivated, enthusiastic, and solution focused. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy making a tangible impact, this role is for you.

To be considered for this role, you must address the following selection criteria as part of your online application:

Qualifications, Certifications and Licences

• Qualification in Irrigation, Hydrogeology or relevant Science discipline
• Strong knowledge of groundwater legislation, abstraction policies, and irrigation asset management
• Experience in hydrological surface and groundwater monitoring, sampling methodologies, and compliance reporting
• Ability to interpret and analyse groundwater results, prepare complex reports, and conduct field audits
• Skilled in contract administration, project delivery, and irrigation asset renewal works
• Excellent communication, consultation, and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and sound organisational/time management abilities
• Commitment to safe work practices and WHS compliance

We are offering a gross salary of $94,367 per annum, and:

• 12% superannuation with the option to co‑contribute up to an additional 5%
• A variety of health and wellbeing programs including a physical health reimbursement subsidy payment of up to $200 per annum, free flu vaccinations, free skin cancer checks, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services
• Flexible working arrangements, including work from home, rostered days off (9 day fortnight, or 19 day month) and two additional paid days of absence per annum
• A culture of learning with training/development opportunities including paid study leave and study fees
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, etc.

An information package is available on our website.

Applications for this position are open until the City determines that a suitable pool of candidates exists. This means the vacancy may close without notice, so if you are interested in the position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

This process may be used to fill future similar permanent or fixed‑term positions that may become available in the City during the next 12 months.

If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process please contact the Recruitment Team via email at jobs@rockingham,wa,gov.au or phone . We’re happy to discuss options to assist you e.g. we can provide alternate formats for application forms, or alternate methods of applying.

The City of Rockingham encourages applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including First Nations people, people living with disability and people who speak a first language other than English