About the Role
We are seeking a motivated Inspection & Maintenance Technician to join our Altanks Team. Located in Burleigh Heads and reporting to the Service and Maintenance Supervisor, the successful applicant will be responsible for carrying out work activities to ensure that water tank inspection & maintenance activities are completed safely, on time and to budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Water tank inspection & maintenance with all relevant training provided;
- Installing and repairing equipment and performing ROV inspections for customers;
- Ensure a safe workplace is maintained and safe work practices are used;
- Ensure good housekeeping practices are maintained in your area;
- Engage in Continuous Improvement activities and tasks within your team;
- Take initiative in a small team to solve complex problems associated with your areas of influence.
Skills and Experience
- Experience in/willingness to work in a labour-intensive role;
- Willingness to work in outdoor environments which may sometimes involve working in inclement weather (where safe & reasonable);
- Ability to read and interpret site plans;
- Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft office suite;
- Proficient with power tools;
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team;
- Ability to work autonomously and problem solve where required;
- Ability to work towards a deadline and deliver high quality work within that deadline;
- Ability to problem solve;
- Extensive communication skills (confident both spoken and written);
- Willingness to travel on an ad-hoc basis as required;
- Current drivers licence;
- Positive attitude with a passion for growth within the role;
- Working at heights preferred (we will provided training if required);
- Confined spaces preferred (we will provide training if required);
- Experience working alongside tradespeople, preferred.
Why Work at Ahrens & Altanks
A division of the Ahrens family of brands acquired in early to further expand our offering in water storage solutions, joining existing water storage brands Pioneers Water Tanks and Southern Cross Water. Altanks specialise in highly efficient round and rectangular tank designs for fire storage, water treatment, mine sites, potable water and rainwater harvesting. Altanks team install and service tanks in all parts of Asia, every state and territory in Australia and every climatic condition.
Ahrens is a fifth-generation, Australian family-owned company, with over 120 years experience in delivering a diverse range of high-quality and cost effective products and projects across Australia, with footprints overseas.
We have become a full Construction, Engineering, Mining Services, Sheds & Silos and Water Storage company which provides complete turnkey project solutions, supported by 26 divisions and backed by -plus people.
We are continually evolving and investing in our people and facilities to achieve satisfying outcomes.
We strive for a positive and supportive team culture which embraces diversity and innovation, and aligns with our core values including commitment, integrity and safety. In return we reward those who passionately work towards realising our vision.
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program, supporting you and your familys health & wellbeing
- Discounts to some of Australias leading corporate partners in private health insurance, gyms, travel, clothing, vehicles and more
- Generous paid parental leave entitlements to support you and your family
- Annual Employee Donation Scheme to support a charity/cause of your choice
- Family, social and team building events
- Opportunities for career progression
How to Apply
To apply click the “Apply Now” to submit your updated resume and cover letter, further enquiries can be directed to Marija Sladakovic, HR Coordinator on or via email to
Ahrens & Altanks are Equal Opportunity employers who recognise the value in a diverse workforce. We are dedicated to promote an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all genders and people of Indigenous backgrounds.