Control Systems Specialist (Operations & Maintenance)

Alinta Energy; Dalby; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4‑day work week

Bonus scheme

Income protection

Salary packaging

Relocation support

Job summary

Alinta Energy, a leading Australian power company, invites applications for a Control Systems Specialist at Braemar Power Station near Dalby, Queensland. You’ll operate and maintain plant control systems, troubleshoot PLC/DCS/SCADA, and drive reliability improvements in a hands‑on, team‑oriented role.

You’ll become the site’s go‑to expert for control systems and automation, with a 4‑day work week, on‑site hours, and opportunities for relocation support and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in control systems, instrumentation or industrial automation.
• Experience with PLC, DCS, SCADA or related control system platforms.
• Technical background in Electrical, Instrumentation, Control Systems or Engineering.
• Strong fault-finding and technical problem solving capability.

Responsibilities

• Support the safe operation and maintenance of Braemar Power Station.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and improve PLC, DCS, SCADA and automation systems.
• Investigate plant issues and perform fault-finding across complex equipment and systems.
• Support planned maintenance, outages and reliability improvement initiatives.

Skills

Control systems

Instrumentation

Industrial automation

PLC

DCS

SCADA

Electrical background

Safety

ABB/SIEMENS/Allen-Bradley

Tools

ABB

Siemens

Allen-Bradley

GE Fanuc

Job description

Alinta Energy is one of Australia’s biggest energy retailers, generators and developers with over 1.1 million customers. Australia’s energy system is undergoing the biggest transformation in its history and we’re right there with it. We’re investing in and developing large-scale renewables and storage projects as part of our ongoing effort to provide our customers with reliable, affordable and sustainable energy.

Braemar Power Station is a 560MW open-cycle gas turbine plant, strategically positioned to support Queensland's energy needs with dedicated pipeline and compression facilities for efficient, reliable production.

About the role

Join our Operations & Maintenance team as a Control Systems Specialist.

This role combines hands‑on power station operations and maintenance with a specialist focus on control systems and instrumentation. You’ll provide technical expertise across plant control systems, fault‑finding and automation while contributing to the shared operational responsibilities of the broader team.

You’ll also support planned and unplanned maintenance, control system improvements and reliability initiatives that help maximise the availability and performance of Braemar Power Station.

Why you’ll love working here

At Alinta Energy, we’re taking real action to deliver reliable and sustainable energy for Australia. You’ll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact while working alongside a supportive, close‑knit team in a role where your contribution is valued.

• A 4‑day work week with every second weekend becoming a 4‑day weekend
• Become the site’s go‑to expert for control systems and plant automation
• Exposure to major power generation assets and critical energy infrastructure
• Bonus Scheme – performance‑based bonuses to reward your hard work
• Income Protection – financial security through salary continuance insurance
• Salary Packaging – remote area benefits to maximise your take‑home pay
• Relocation support available for the right candidate

What you’ll do

• Support the safe operation and maintenance of Braemar Power Station
• Maintain, troubleshoot and improve PLC, DCS, SCADA and automation systems
• Investigate plant issues and perform fault‑finding across complex equipment and systems
• Support planned maintenance, outages and reliability improvement initiatives
• Isolate plant and equipment, issue Permits to Work and maintain technical records
• Contribute to plant upgrades, automation projects and continuous improvement activities

Your experience

• Demonstrated experience in control systems, instrumentation or industrial automation
• Experience with PLC, DCS, SCADA or related control system platforms
• Technical background in Electrical, Instrumentation, Control Systems or Engineering
• Strong fault‑finding and technical problem‑solving capability
• Experience working in power generation, oil & gas, mining, utilities or heavy industry
• Commitment to safety, reliability and continuous improvement

Highly regarded

• Experience with ABB, Siemens, Allen‑Bradley, GE Fanuc or similar control platforms
• Gas turbine, power generation or rotating equipment experience
• HV, CMMS, hazardous area or Type B Gas experience

The working arrangement

• 4‑day work week (37.5‑hour week)
• Typical hours of either 6:00am to 4:00pm or 8:00am to 6:00pm
• Participation in the site’s on‑call roster
• Based at Braemar Power Station near Dalby, Queensland

Please note this role requires full working rights within Australia.

Like what you’re seeing?

If you like the sound of this, and you’ve got experience in a similar role, we’d love to talk to you. Come and discover better together with Alinta Energy.

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

If your application progresses, we will need to complete background and pre‑employment checks, such as immigration checks, reference checks, criminal background checks, qualification checks, and additional checks for roles related to finance.

Our Diversity Commitment

Alinta Energy offers a truly diverse, safe and supportive work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, Alinta Energy encourages applications from any qualified person, including First Nations Australians, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people of all ages and people living with a disability. We are also proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer and we are committed to advancing women’s careers.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Closing date: 24/09