OT Data Platforms Principal

About the role:

We currently have a permanent full-time opportunity available for a Principal OT Data Platforms to join our Strategy & Planning team in Leederville. In this role, you will be accountable for leading, providing strategic direction and high-level expertise for Operational Technology Data Platforms across the corporation as well as driving new solutions utilising these Platforms to ensure they meet current and future key business requirements

Who are we?

When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.

If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.

Real benefits that matter.

• Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Generous co-contribution superannuation up to 14%
• Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

About you:

There are a few things we would like to see in your CV;

• Engineering Degree level qualification, specialising in OT Data Platforms.
• Extensive experience in design and implementation of OT Data Platforms. Specifically AVEVA PI.
• Substantial experience working with (OT) Data Platforms in a large, diversified corporation.
• Significant knowledge of OT Data Platforms as they apply to the function and performance of water utility assets.
• Extensive knowledge of OT System Architecture and strategic requirements for a large, diversified corporation.
• High level of knowledge of commissioning processes and procedures.
• Ability to influence stakeholders with a fair and considered approach and be able to translate technical and complex information concisely for diverse audiences.

What will your work look like?

• Leads the strategic direction and management of OT Data Platforms in line with section objectives and targets.
• Lead and manage the research, evaluation and planning, design, proof of concept / pilot installation and commissioning of new OT Data Platforms.
• Lead and manage development prototyping and initial implementations of OT Data Platforms.
• Leads the system integration planning and design required for OT Data Platforms to integrate with OT and IT environments.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with external OT Data Platform stakeholders to investigate new technology solutions for OT Data Platforms to meet business objectives
• Provide expert direction to OT Business Unit regarding selection and application of OT Data Platforms to provide fit for purpose platforms which meet business objectives.
• Lead the development of new OT Data Platforms standards.
• Leads the design and definition of OT Data Platform service level agreements with internal and external support teams as well as with business users of the platform. 

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 14 May 2025

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.

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.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website