• Permanent / Full Time
• Salary: $96,868 - $117,191 gross p.a. plus 11.5% Super plus 3.5% Civil Liabilities Allowance
• 35 hours per week with the option of flexitime / Monday to Friday
• Shoalhaven Water, South Nowra Water Depot, Flinders Road
• Closure date: Tuesday 24 June 2025 (at midnight)
  

About the Role
This is a permanent full-time position working 35 hours a week at the Shoalhaven Water South Nowra Depot, Flinders Road providing key engineering support to the Digital Control Systems Team in the design, construction and efficient delivery of Councils IoT and SCADA services.

Reporting directly to the Unit Manager - Digital Control Systems, the focus of this position is to:

• Provide Engineering support across all Shoalhaven Water activities

• Manage Shoalhaven Water's Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA).
• Identify emerging technologies and potential applications using research and industry networks and technology platforms
• Research and develop the future direction of the SCADA and telemetry systems of Shoalhaven Water assets and make appropriate recommendations

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

About You
To be successful in the position, you will have:

• A degree in Electrical/Computer/Telecommunications Engineering or related discipline from a recognized tertiary institution or proven recognized experience
• Current Class C Drivers Licence
• Current NSW General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of engineering and management concepts relating to Water and Wastewater infrastructure
• Demonstrated experience in digital communications and control systems, including experience in the Schneider suit of digital radio, telemetry and SCADA systems.

This is a grade range position, therefore in accordance with qualifications, accreditation, experience and demonstrated skills, the prospective employee will be assessed as either Grade 11 or 12.

Grade 11 (Band 2/Level 3)

Grade 12 (Band 3/ Level 2)

$96,868 - $110,017 gross p.a. plus 11.5% Super

Up to 3 years' relevant experience

Eligibility for Graduate membership to the Institute of Engineers (Engineers Australia)

$102,832 - 117,191 gross p.a. plus 11.5% Super

3+ years' relevant experience

Eligibility for Graduate membership to the Institute of Engineers (Engineers Australia)

How to Apply
You will be required to submit an online application by attaching your resume (and cover letter if required) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement. For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website.

1. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
2. Please list the relevant qualifications and experience you hold.
3. Briefly describe the relevant technology and software you have experience using
4. Can you provide an example of a time you have had to think creatively or use negotiation skills to solve a problem?

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Working with Children Check Verification, National Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk, Medium Risk, High Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

If you require assistance submitting your application please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253.

Applications Close: Tuesday 24 June 2025 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Allan Gilkes - Manager - Water Operations & Maintenance (acting) - 02 4421 1724

Why Work with Us
The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• 4 weeks annual, 3 weeks sick leave and 2 Health and Wellbeing days per annum
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
• Access to financial advice and guidance

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Applicants with a disability are encouraged to reach out if they require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment processes to enable them to fairly demonstrate their skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the job.

Shoalhaven City Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of children and young people and are committed to providing a safe workplace