SCADA Team Leader

About us 

We have a proud heritage and a progressive future, providing world class drinking water and beautiful waterways from the mountains to the sea. We see the world is changing so we are changing too. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. 

About the Role

 As SCADA Team Leader, you will lead a high-performing team responsible for the planning, innovation, and delivery of Automation Technology across Sydney Water’s treatment plants. This is a strategic leadership role where you’ll drive the development of SCADA standards, design, and critical operational technology to enhance functionality, efficiency, and customer outcomes.

 Key Responsibilities

•  Ownership of SCADA Standards – ongoing updates and improvements as prioritised with the business
• Lead SCADA Innovation – create and maintain technology roadmap in consultation with internal partners to address the evolving business needs and align with greater Sydney Water strategy
• Provide expert SCADA guidance and support across the organisation.
• Oversee SCADA services supporting external partners on major upgrades and renewals.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement in SCADA systems and services.
• Develop and implement strategy, standards, and design for operational technology across treatment plants.
• Lead the delivery of special SCADA projects for critical infrastructure including water and wastewater treatment plants.
• Foster strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Provide SCADA services according to main KPIs in support of external partners: availability; performance, security and functional suitability

 About You

 You’re a strategic thinker and technical expert with a passion for operational technology. You bring:

• Degree qualified in electrical engineering, computer science or similar and/or equivalent industry experience
• Proven experience building and leading SCADA teams in complex infrastructure environments.
• Strong knowledge of SCADA systems, industrial control systems, and operational technology standards.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated successful working experience in people leadership in an industrial control environment with demonstrated team culture improvement results.
• Demonstrated successful experience in managing individual projects and business planning
• Demonstrated experience in the development of strategies and program plans for cross functional business programs/projects.
• Working knowledge and experience in managing Cyber Security implementation in a critical infrastructure environment.
•  The position has been designated as a Critical Worker role under the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 (SOCI Act). As such, the successful candidate must hold a current AusCheck background check clearance prior to appointment.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents.

Dive into Our Great Benefits: 

Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately. 

24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal. 

Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans. 

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. 

Closing date: 30^th Oct 2025

For more information, or to request an accommodation information, you can contact sunil.nagarajan@sydneywater.com.au

At Sydney Water, we are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities. We have a proud heritage and progressive future providing world class drinking water and services that are vital to our customers’ quality of life and safeguarding Sydney’s future. We see the world is changing, so we are changing too. 

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. 

As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community. We look at our Talent Community first when new opportunities come up when you apply for a role. Your personal information will be collected in accordance with LiveHire’s Terms, Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement – Job Application. Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.