at SA Water
Adelaide SA
Supports procurement and supply performance across low-medium complexity spends through analysis, sourcing and supplier management.
8d ago
SA Water
(83 reviews)
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Industry
Electricity, Gas & Water Services
Primary location
GRENFELL ST, 77
5000
ADELAIDE
Australia
Tarntanya, Kaurna Country
We provide water and wastewater services to over 1.5 million South Australians. We're on Twitter M-F, 9-5. Customer Service Centre available 24/7, 1300 650 950.
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Reviews overview
2.583 ratings in total
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What’s it like working at SA Water?
AI summary of recent reviews
Employees value their supportive and friendly colleagues who are willing to share knowledge and skills. The flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and work-from-home options, contribute positively to work/life balance. The modern office facilities in central Adelaide, learning opportunities through training and certifications, and job security are also appreciated aspects of working at SA Water.
However, there are some potential challenges, including concerns about management consistency and responsiveness to feedback, high workload expectations with pressure from long hours in some roles, and bureaucratic processes that can make navigation difficult. Some employees have observed challenges with workplace culture in certain areas, communication across teams, limited career advancement opportunities, and the impact of frequent restructuring on team stability.
However, there are some potential challenges, including concerns about management consistency and responsiveness to feedback, high workload expectations with pressure from long hours in some roles, and bureaucratic processes that can make navigation difficult. Some employees have observed challenges with workplace culture in certain areas, communication across teams, limited career advancement opportunities, and the impact of frequent restructuring on team stability.
Recent reviews
1.0
Anon
May 2026Adelaide SA 50004 to 5 years in the role, former employee
Leadership, Team Culture and Risk Management Concerns
The good thingsPositive aspects of the role include the opportunity to work collaboratively with a range of business units across the organisation, which supports broader relationship building, knowledge sharing, and a greater understanding of organisational priorities. The flexibility to work from home is also highly valued and contributes positively to work-life balance, productivity, and overall employee wellbeing.
The challengesManager provides limited guidance and direction to the team, resulting in inconsistent ways of working and a lack of alignment. There appears to be favouritism toward certain team members, which impacts team culture and morale. Professional boundaries have also been blurred, which is perceived as inappropriate and undermines trust within the team.
Teams operate in silos, with limited collaboration and information sharing. The Manager does not respond well to challenge or constructive feedback, which discourages open communication and healthy discussion. I felt concerns regarding limited people leadership capability, particularly in relation to team engagement, development, and fostering a positive culture. Snr Manager does not address issues raised and feel this undermines team members concerns.
Risk management activities are often unnecessarily overcomplicated, creating inefficiencies and making processes more difficult for Business Units to understand and apply effectively.
1.0
Condition Monitoring Officer
Mar 2026Adelaide SA 50001 to 2 years in the role, former employee
Please avoid by all means possible. Toxic workplace.
The good thingsDrone licence and ConMon trainings and certification
The challengesI had work experiences in other places before SA Water. SA Water was by far the worst I have ever worked. As a ConMon officer, if you are looking for career progression, better think twice. You will be pulled down by any means and you will become frustrated and will have no choice than to leave. There will be no support from HR whatsoever. Until there is a change of management, please avoid or else you will be very sad all your days until you leave. This is an honest review. Do a thorough research!
3.0
Anonymous
Feb 2026Adelaide SA 50001 to 2 years in the role, former employee
A silo mentality in an organisation that promotes an innovative and inclusive culture. Disappointing
The good thingsFairly flexible in working (WFH, Hybrid), but that is dependent on the team you are in.
The challengesPoor communication for anyone working outside the office. Contractors that aren't embedded rarely feel part of the team and can be treated differently. Poor communication with contract extensions - this is often a last-second process. Almost no warning with contract cessation/not extending, so there is very little time to find another contract afterwards. The contracts are often short or no longer than 6months at a time. There is often poor visibility and a lack of communication on the work required - i.e., things are not explained clearly, and there is almost no time to get up to speed on things before being required to produce. This is a very poor way to do things and has been noted by staff that have been there for years, not just people on contract. The list is really endless.
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