About us
At Sydney Water, we’re passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities, and our employees. We have a proud heritage and a progressive future, providing world class drinking water and beautiful waterways from the mountains to the sea. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve.
What will you be doing?
Sydney Water is seeking a highly skilled Operational Technology (OT) Engineer to lead and support the configuration, development, and ongoing enhancement of our SCADA systems.
In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of designing and maintaining intelligent control systems that monitor and manage water and wastewater assets across Greater Sydney. You’ll work closely with a dedicated team of engineers to deliver high-performance, secure, and scalable solutions that keep our communities running.
- Provide expert-level engineering oversight and hands-on support for IICATS/SCADA software throughout project lifecycles and operational phases.
- Provide technical expertise and hands-on support for OT network infrastructure associated with SCADA and telemetry systems, including configuration, testing, commissioning and troubleshooting of managed switches, firewalls, VLANs, network segmentation and secure communications.
- Lead the design, development, and continuous improvement of control systems that enable real-time monitoring and automation of Sydney Water’s assets.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system reliability, compliance, and innovation.
- Drive technical excellence and contribute to strategic initiatives in OT and digital transformation.
Why You Should Apply:
Make a significant impact by developing solutions that meet Sydney Water's high standards and contribute to the community.
Collaborate with a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences.
About You
- Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering (or a related discipline), along with proven experience in delivering complex engineering projects and applying advanced computer applications to process control environments.
- 12+ years of hands-on expertise in planning, developing control software, and configuring SCADA systems for water, recycled water, and wastewater networks.
- Demonstrated experience in configuration and support of OT/industrial network infrastructure in SCADA or telemetry environments, including managed switches, firewalls, VLANs, network segmentation and communications troubleshooting.
- Demonstrated understanding of secure network design principles for operational technology environments.
- Demonstrated ability and experience in communication networks (LAN and WAN) and protocols
- A strong track record of implementing new technologies that enhance the performance and reliability of water and wastewater assets.
- Client-Focused Engineering: Proven ability to translate complex operational requirements into robust SCADA engineering solutions, including the development of concept reports and technical inputs for business cases.
- Demonstrated success in planning and managing engineering projects, from concept through to commissioning, with a focus on quality, cost-efficiency, and timely delivery.
- Commissioning Excellence: Solid experience in the commissioning of telemetry and SCADA systems, ensuring seamless integration and operational readiness.
- Organizational Agility: Strong ability to plan and prioritize work to meet demanding timeframes and deliverables without compromising quality.
- Collaborative Mindset: A natural relationship builder who maintains effective working relationships across project teams, customers, delivery partners, and service providers.
Dive into Our Great Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
- Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being.
- Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
- Subsidized Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
- Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance.
- Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
- Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.
Does this sound like you? Apply now.
We support you through the application process and can modify as needed – let us know what you need.
Closing date: 3rd June 2026
Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.
For more information, you can contact sunil.nagarajan@sydneywater.com.au
Sydney Water welcomes you to apply if you feel you meet the selection criteria. The successful completion of a Criminal History Check and Medical Assessment form part of the application process. Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process.
Our vision is to create better lives through world-class services, and we believe that starts with our people. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. Our diverse skills, mindsets and backgrounds work together on exciting and challenging projects that make a difference and help ensure Sydney remains one of the most iconic and liveable cities in the world.
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.
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