About the role
As the Control Systems Engineer (Networks), you will be the go-to expert in operational technology, guiding the governance of our systems and providing advanced technical support to operational, maintenance, and project teams. You will play a key role in shaping strategies and driving innovation by transforming operational data into intelligent insights that power the future of smart water and wastewater networks.
About you
Our One Unitywater behaviours - Create the Future, Care Together, and Own It – define how we work together at Unitywater. To contribute to this, you will demonstrate the following skills and qualities for the role:
- Qualifications and Technical Expertise
Possess a Degree in Electrical Engineering or a Certificate IV in Electrotechnology, supported by extensive experience in operational technology systems, communication techniques, and protocols.
- SCADA Systems Proficiency
Demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience with the Geo SCADA platform, including template development, server administration, SQL query building, and performance troubleshooting.
- Telemetry and Control Systems Experience
Proven capability in all aspects of telemetry communication systems and protocols (including radio, microwave systems, and DNP3), as well as electrical, instrumentation, and control systems (including RTUs, PLCs, and VSDs), preferably within the utility industry.
- Knowledge of Standards and Compliance
Sound understanding of applicable Australian Standards, the ITIL Framework, legislation, and relevant regulatory obligations.
- Systems and Procedure Development
Extensive experience in developing, implementing, and managing standards and procedures across multiple platforms, Industrial Control Systems, and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) environments.
- Innovation and Future-Focused Mindset
Demonstrated passion for Industry 4.0, cyber-physical systems, and real-time data technology, with a commitment to driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Working at Unitywater
We offer a range of benefits:
- Flexibility: We value flexibility and support work-life balance with hybrid and flexible working, purchased annual leave and access to floating public holidays. Tell us what this looks like for you!
- Wellbeing: Initiatives to support wellbeing, such as discounted private health insurance, salary packaging, employee assistance program, and access to retailer discounts and benefits.
- Learning and Development: A range of opportunities to feed your curiosity such as Walk on Country experience, study assistance, dedicated learning program, and professional memberships.
- Extras: Employee networks focused on First Nations Reconciliation, LGBTIQ+, CALD, Gender, Life Stage diversity, and Accessibility.
We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, gender and expressions, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities. We are committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve and fostering a workplace that is diverse and inclusive, where you feel connected, are secure to be yourself and supported to be the best version of yourself. Please share your pronouns and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.
If you would like to speak to a team member about our commitment to diversity and inclusion, please contact our Inclusion Specialist or Reconciliation Action Plan Advisor. (Email contact details are provided in the original posting.)
Additional information
- We are proud to be recognized as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
- We are proud members of Pride in Diversity and Australian Disability Network.
- We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
How to apply
Please apply online following the links, and upload your up-to-date CV. If you’re successful we will need you to undergo checks, including right to work in Australia and relevant pre-employment checks such as verification of criminal history, drivers licence and driving history, and drug screening.
Applications close: Monday 29th September 2025
For further information please contact the Careers team at the provided email address.
Unitywater respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waterways in which we live, work and operate, the Kabi Kabi, Jinibara and Turrbal peoples. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past and present, who hold the wisdom, traditions and stories of their people.
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📌 Control Systems Engineer
🏢 Unitywater
📍 Maroochydore