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Irrigation Technician

14/05/2026
10/06/2026
$45.00 - $50.00
Permanent - Full Time
Darwin
Trades & Services

About Sterling NT:

 

At Sterling NT we believe in making a difference, making the Territory a better place for everyone living in it. At our core are values of respect, innovation, doing the right thing, and an enjoyable workplace. This starts with our staff.

As a business, we hire local contractors and suppliers wherever possible, take our environmental responsibilities seriously through world-class accreditations, and donate part of our profits back into real local causes with real outcomes. Growing our business through diversity, equality, and fair employment practices we have built a brilliant team of over 200Territorians. We’re trusted to maintain, clean, and construct some of the NT’s most prestigious and high-profile public spaces, government, and private enterprise offices and major events.

We’re looking for staff who are proud to live in The NT and want to be a part of making it a better place - and who aren’t afraid of putting in the hard yards to get things done. If what you’ve read so far excites you, read on.

 

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW: Responsible for the set up and maintenance of irrigation systems and water related systems for our client’s.

 

What We Offer:

  • Company vehicle provided
  • Mobile phone provided
  • Laptop provided
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Supportive team environment
  • Stable long-term opportunity

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION: 

  • Ongoing maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting of existing systems 
  • Installing new irrigation systems for residential and commercial applications
  •  Ongoing maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting of existing systems
  • Read and interpret site plans and specification 
  • Working efficiently and completing tasks in a timely manner 
  • Proactively show initiative with ideas, problem solving, amendments and providing regular communication to supervisors.
  • Ability to adapt, troubleshoot and problem solve on the job 
  •  Accurate reporting and record keeping for invoicing and accounting purposes 
  • Liaising with customers to arrange a suitable servicing and maintenance program 
  •  Assists in the provision of on-the-job training.
  •  Inspect products and/or materials for compliance with established operational standards
  • Temporary warning signs placed when required.Understand and comply with quality, safety, health and environmental policies.
  • Tasks to be carried out in a manner that causes the least inconvenience to customers, staff and the general public. 
  • Operate equipment and machinery in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and the SNT operating procedures 
  • Report maintenance and repair issues to the area supervisor.
  • Understand and comply with quality, safety, health and environmental policies.
  • Follow written instructions, verbal direction and procedures to perform work.
  • Challenge any instructions that you believe places anyone or the environment at risk. 
  •  Take personal responsibility to protect the health and safety of people or the environment.
     

Desired Skills and Experience

SELECTION CRITERIA:

 

ESSENTIALS:

  • Class C Driver’s Licence (manual)
  • Knowledge of different types of irrigation systems
  • Certificate III in irrigation or equivalent
  • Not less than four years’ experience in irrigation
  • Work under limited supervision either individually or in a team environment.
  • Knowledge of safety procedures and protocols.
  • A satisfactory National Police Security Check Report.
  • Be physically able to perform the duties of the position
  • Be able to perform manual work for long periods outdoors

 

DESIRABLE:

  • OCHRE Card (or be willing to obtain)
  • Construction Industry White Card (or be willing to obtain)
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