SCADA Standards Principal

About the role

We have a permanent opportunity based in Leederville for a highly experienced and strategic technical expert to join our Information & Technology Group as the Principal – SCADA Standards. In this pivotal role, you will lead the development and ongoing optimisation of Operational Technology HMI software design standards across the organisation. As a senior technical leader, you’ll play a critical role in shaping the future of our Operational Technology capabilities and ensuring consistency and excellence across our systems.

What the role will involve

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of SCADA and Operator Interface Panel HMI software design standards and standard designs.
• Provide strategic direction on HMI technologies and ensure alignment with Water Corporation’s OT architecture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent application of standards across asset creation, operations, maintenance, and optimisation.
• Represent Water Corporation on industry forums including the WSAA SCADA Standards working group and collaborate with other utilities across WA.
• Lead and contribute to the development of OT strategic and tactical plans, ensuring best-practice approaches and the adoption of HMI emerging technologies.
• Support capability uplift by mentoring internal teams and sharing knowledge on evolving SCADA and HMI trends.
• Drive innovation through evaluation and trialling of new HMI solutions and related technologies.

Key skills and experience

• A relevant degree qualification with extensive experience in SCADA HMI systems, architectures, and deployments.
• Deep expertise in SCADA graphics design, human factors in SCADA, OIP’s, and alarm management systems.
• Strong knowledge of SCADA HMI standards, Abnormal Situation Management (ASM), ISA18.1 alarm management, and cyber safety practices in OT.
• Experience in technical report writing, advisory engagement, and presentation delivery at national levels.
• A collaborative and influential communication style with the ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences.
• Desirable: prior experience within the water or utilities industry, and familiarity with Schneider GeoSCADA and Operator Interface Panel systems.

Apply: If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.

Applications close Wednesday 4th June 2025

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 9420 2000.

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