Operations Technology Technical Coordinator

Wannon Water; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 106,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Zero Harm safety culture

Health & Wellbeing program

Professional development via industry

Diverse learning opportunities

Job summary

Wannon Water seeks an OT Technical Coordinator to safeguard the reliability and security of its OT environment, focusing on SCADA systems. Based in Warrnambool, the role coordinates across operations, maintenance, vendors, and stakeholders to plan, upgrade and support OT infrastructure.

You’ll develop technical documentation, govern change, and support cybersecurity and risk management initiatives while delivering resilient systems for the future of water services.

Qualifications

• Automation/industrial control and management experience.
• OT/SCADA, industrial automation, utilities or infrastructure exposure.
• Knowledge of PLC, RTU and telemetry SCADA platforms; programming in Allen-Bradley and Schneider products.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day operation, support and maintenance of OT SCADA systems and infrastructure.
• Lead OT maintenance, outages, upgrades and system changes with risk assessment and documentation.
• Develop and maintain OT technical documentation, standards and records, including cybersecurity and governance.
• Support OT projects, infrastructure upgrades and technical changes, including planning, testing and handover.

Skills

Automation/Industrial Control

OT/SCADA

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Vendor coordination

PLC/RTU/Telemetry

Allen-Bradley/Schneider

Analytical thinking

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Schneider PLCs

Job description

Job Description

We have a full-time ongoing position available for an Operational Technology (OT) Technical Coordinator to support the reliable, secure and effective operation of Wannon Water's Operational Technology environment, with a strong focus on SCADA systems and associated infrastructure.

Working across operations, maintenance and technical teams, vendors and business stakeholders, you’ll coordinate system support, upgrades, maintenance, governance and improvement initiatives, while contributing to the ongoing evolution of our OT environment. You’ll bring strong technical capability and a practical, collaborative approach to help ensure our systems remain resilient, compliant and fit for the future.

This position is located in our Warrnambool Office with a generous salary of $105,522 to $117,711 p.a. plus superannuation.

What you’ll be doing

On a day-to-day basis, you’ll:

• Coordinate the day-to-day operation, support and maintenance of OT SCADA systems and infrastructure, including system performance, faults, assets, licensing and vendor support.
• Lead OT maintenance, outages, upgrades and system changes, ensuring activities are planned, risk assessed, documented and effectively integrated across OT systems and operational infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain OT technical documentation, standards and records, supporting cybersecurity, digital change management processes, governance, compliance, auditing and risk management requirements.
• Support OT projects, infrastructure upgrades and technical changes, including planning, procurement, testing, commissioning, risk management and system handover.

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone with

• Qualifications and or experience in Automation/Industrial Control and management, project management or related fields.
• Experience in OT, SCADA, industrial automation, utilities, or infrastructure environments.
• Water industry exposure to industrial control systems and in the effective coordination of OT operational activities including PLC, RTU and telemetry SCADA platforms.
• Programming skills in both Allen Bradley and Schneider products.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders.

For further details, see the position description available here.

We look forward to hearing from you. if you have any questions, feel free to call Darrell Ralph (Operations Digital Platform Manager) on 0427 808 297.

What we can offer

Putting people first comes naturally to us, and that includes the people we employ. You’ll have every opportunity to make the most of your talents, broaden your experiences and be rewarded for the great work you do.

You’ll be offered a range of great benefits including:

• Workplace flexibility with access to working arrangements such as hybrid work, flexible hours, purchased leave, monthly rostered days off and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture, which embraces diversity and the benefits it brings to the workplace and life.
• A leadership commitment to Zero Harm where the safety and wellbeing of our people and others is paramount.
• A Health & Wellbeing program, to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing, including our Employee Assistance Program for our people and their immediate families.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities and access to professional development through associations such as CPA, IWC, WSAA, VicWater, and more.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to creating and supporting an inclusive culture is reflected in our diverse mix of talented people who are passionate about delivering their best.

We welcome applications from everyone including people with a disability, job seekers of all ages, carers, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTI+ community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We are

• Members of the Diversity Council Australia
• A Respect 2040 Partner

Reasonable Adjustments

We’re here to support you through life’s ups and downs. Whether you need adjustments during the recruitment process or at work, like flexible hours or accommodation for disabilities, we’re here to help. We understand it can be daunting to share your needs, so feel free to reach out with any questions at [e-mail]. Your information will be kept completely confidential.