• Full time permanent position
• Band 3 $70,711 - $75,340 plus 12% superannuation
• Fortnightly RDO
• Based at the Depot

About Manningham

Manningham is located 15 minutes north east of Melbourne CBD, and currently faces challenges posed by changing demographics, increasing development, community aspirations and diversity. We are focused on Manningham being a liveable, vibrant and harmonious place to live, work and visit. We work together to achieve excellence and create a culture based on respect, empowerment and inclusiveness.

We embrace flexible working practices and during this unusual period of restrictions, Council offers a number of contemporary policies and practices to help support our staff when working remotely.

About the role

The Drainage Maintenance Technician will be responsible for maintaining Councils underground drainage network. This work will include but not be limited to, jetting of the underground drainage network using Councils specialised equipment, repairing sections of Council's drainage network, replacement of pit lids and surrounds and the operation of Councils CCTV units to inspect and investigate the underground drainage network. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, driven and engage in effective interaction and communication with various levels within Council and external to Council. The successful candidate will be involved in a variety of drainage projects. The successful candidate will also have solid time management and organisational skills.

Skills and experience

• Operation and maintenance of specialised drainage plant and equipment to clean and maintain underground drains, pits and easements.
• Repair and replacement of sections of the Councils underground drainage network as required.
• Confined Space Accreditation.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to gain co-operation and assistance from members of the public and other employees in the delivery of assigned tasks.
• Thorough knowledge of the associated technology and maintenance operations, practices and procedures relating to underground maintenance, pipe repair and construction.
• Medium Rigid truck licence.
• Ability to read drainage plans and diagrams.

Position Description can be viewed below or is available on the job advertisement on the Manningham careers' section: Job Vacancies

How to apply

Click APPLY to submit your application or contact Shaun McGrath, Team Leader Assets and Environment on 9846 0526 for further information.

For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please email [email protected] or visit http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/work-for-us

Applications close on Tuesday 27 August 2025 at 11:00pm

Don't meet every requirement for this role? Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet all the criteria. We recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If your experience doesn't perfectly align with the selection criteria, but you're excited about this role and keen to work at Manningham Council, we encourage you to apply now.

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.

To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.

Manningham Council have a number of policies and practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy, flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various communication methods when working remotely.

If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.

Manningham Council is a child safe organisation and, as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check.