Scada Engineer

We are looking for a technical and hands-on SCADA Engineer to join our team in Cooma. Reporting to the SCADA Field and integration Team Lead, you will be responsible for the operational function of SCADA/GMS and DCS systems. This is a critical role where you will balance high-level engineering design with essential field work, ensuring the 99.99% reliability of systems that enable the safe and efficient operation of our assets.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work across a fleet of 200 remote sites within the stunning Snowy Mountains. You will act as the bridge between sophisticated data interfaces and the physical sensors in the field, managing everything from RTUs and radio systems to complex database implementations.

This position is based in Cooma (the gateway to the Snowy Mountains) with a flexible hybrid arrangement (3 days in office/field, 2 days WFH when there is not urgent site work). To support our 24/7 operations, you will participate in an on-call roster (approx. 1 week per month) with the ability to respond to site or log in remotely within an hour.

In this role, you will

• Ensure SCADA systems and applications meet strict reliability standards while complying with corporate security and cyber policies.
• Troubleshoot and maintain Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), radio systems, and field instrumentation across remote mountain sites.
• Develop detailed designs, manage project budgets, and conduct lab testing for new devices and data services.
• Act as the subject matter expert interfacing with other teams such as GenOps (controlroom), water team, trading team , managing defects and incidents through to resolution.
• Conduct root cause analysis on faults and perform integration of new developments to enhance data quality and system fault tolerance.

What we're looking for

• A degree in Electrical, Computer Systems, or Software Engineering. We are seeking 2-5 years of experience as an Engineer, or 10+ years of experience for those coming from a heavy industry trade background.
• Proven experience with large WAN-based SCADA systems and an understanding of the unique requirements of the electricity or water utility sectors.
• A passion for "in the bush" field work and the ability to troubleshoot hardware, radio communications, instruments and terminal servers.
• The ability to write clear technical specifications, business cases, and reports for senior stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to safety and the flexibility to participate in the after-hours on-call rotation.

About our workforce

Diversity and inclusion is important to us. Snowy Hydro has a culture of decency and inclusion, with a commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people and a supportive environment to ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can succeed. At Snowy Hydro, we recognise that we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each individual brings, and we believe in providing an environment that allows that uniqueness to thrive.

Snowy Hydro is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provide accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for a role with Snowy Hydro and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an email with your request to the Snowy Hydro recruitment team at [email protected]

A few of the benefits we provide

• An annual performance based bonus.
• A range of parental leave options, including 30 weeks paid leave for primary carers and 10 weeks for non-primary.
• We provide additional leave over and above the minimum National Employment Standards.
• Family discounts on fitness, gyms, pools and leisure centres.
• A Service Award Program - employees reaching continuous employment anniversaries receive additional benefits.
• Employee energy rates.
• An employee referral plan - good employees attract similar colleagues
• Discounts with major retailers.
• Corporate clothing allowance.