Control Systems Engineer - North

Territory Generation -
Darwin NT

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Permanent | Temp to perm | Full-time
1 day ago

Qualifications

Engineering
Driver Licence
Application support
Communication skills

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JOB DESCRIPTION
Position title Control Systems Engineer - North

Position number 31541 Location Darwin

Designation Band 3 Professional

Reports to (position title) Principal Control Systems Engineer

Northern Territory Government

Information for applicants Applications must be limited to a one-page summary sheet and an attached resume/cv. For further information for applicants and example applications see: http://www.nt.gov.au/ocpe
Territory Generation values diversity in the workplace that represents the community. Therefore, under

Special Measures an approved Special Measures Plan, Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this
vacancy. For more information on Special Measures, go to the OCPE website.

Information about selected If you accept this position, a summary of your merit (including work history, qualifications, experience,

applicant’s merit skills, etc.) will be provided to other applicants to enable transparency and understanding of the decision. For further information see: http://www.nt.gov.au/ocpe

Organisational context
Territory Generation is a Government Owned Corporation that was formed in 2014. We produce the majority of the electricity to
provide power to the people of the Northern Territory. Our vision is to be the Northern Territory’s trusted and respected energy
services business.
Our actions, words and behaviours are guided by a core set of values that form the foundation of everything we do. Our values are
Focus, Integrity, Respect, Safety and Teamwork (FIRST).
We recognise that individually, our employees offer unique value and perspective and we are committed to a workplace that supports
people from all backgrounds.

Employee responsibilities
You work as part of a team to safely and efficiently meet your agreed objectives which contribute to the shared vision for Territory
Generation. You actively demonstrate the organisation’s values and take accountability for your performance and behaviour. Key
responsibilities:

Demonstrates an awareness of the Vision and objectives of the Corporation.
Develops individual objectives and, where requested by direct supervisor, adjusts priorities to the needs of the

business.
Focus

Tracks own performance in line with objectives on a regular basis.
Actively participates in performance reviews and feedback processes.
Remain self-disciplined and calm under pressure.
Demonstrate the organisation’s values.
Conduct business in line with the values and high ethical standards – considers values in business interactions;

Integrity • Ensures compliance with legal, governance and policy requirements;

Deliver on commitments – where commitments cannot be delivered on, communicates openly and honestly and sets

new timelines for delivery.

Takes accountability and responsibility for own actions;

Respect • Readily shares knowledge and expertise with others;

Actively supports the team and organisational goals;
Treats change and new situations as opportunities for learning and growth.
Demonstrates safe working behaviours in order to achieve an incident free and safe workplace;

Safety • Develops personal safety objectives;

Challenges unsafe behaviours from team mates;
Monitors and takes ownership of own safety performance.
Helps team mates feel valued and included in discussions;
Places higher priority on team than individual goals;

Teamwork

Shares important or relevant information with team or other affected stakeholders in a timely manner;
Speaks positively of team mates and other employees;
Focuses on personal growth and addresses development gaps which will help the achievement of performance goals.

Role responsibilities

You will provide expert technical advice and operational support for SCADA and related control systems in use at Territory Generation
power stations in the Northern Region (Darwin and Katherine).
Your accountabilities include:
1. Ensure the reliability and availability of control system assets used in control and monitoring of gas and diesel fired turbines,

reciprocating engines (open cycle and combined cycle) and new energy systems.
2. Provide expert technical advice and operational support for the SCADA and related control systems installed and operational at power

generation sites and the ROC, including for the update, maintenance and effective operation of these systems.
3. Provide specialist technical control systems application advice and support, configuration, patches, updates and system management.
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4. Develop systems for efficient routine support activities, configuration changes and system updates that do not put the TGen power
generation systems at risk.

5. Develop, review and implement system management policy, procedures and standards for effective system management, including
privacy, confidentiality and data security. Ensure appropriate security, access and use of information systems.

6. Manage the TGEN’s on site Data Historian System to ensure operation data is available to the business for operational decision making
and reporting.

7. Liaise with other Corporation staff, system vendors, outsourced contractors and other stakeholders regarding system enhancement
and development.

8. Carry out duties in accordance with Territory Generation’s safety, environmental and quality policies, safety principles, corporate
values and strategies.

This role may require travel to various locations within the Northern Territory and be available for on-call duties on a rotational roster.

Selection criteria

Essential
1. Degree in Electrical or Electronics engineering or similar.
2. Ability to provide expert technical advice and operational management support for the SCADA and related control systems in use

in the power generation sites, including for the update, maintenance and effective operation of these systems.
3. Sound knowledge of the applications of safe systems of work including access permitting arrangements and systems, and a

demonstrated commitment to safety and safe working practices.
4. High level knowledge and understanding of power generation control systems, SCADA and related control systems used in the

operation of power stations.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of control systems for the operational functions of 24/7/365 power generation sites, including

coordinating operations and supporting activities to maximise system uptime.
6. Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to interact effectively with different

stakeholders and people of diverse cultures.
7. NT Driver’s licence or ability to obtain one.
8. Ability to carry out duties in accordance with Territory Generation’s safety, environmental and quality policies and corporate values

and strategies.

FURTHER INFORMATION
The successful applicant will be required to provide a national police check. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from
this position unless it is a relevant criminal history.
The preferred candidate is required to undertake a pre-employment medical and employment is conditional on the outcome.

Approved June 2026 General Manager Assets and Engineering

Closing date: 12/07/2026 Apply online: https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=351111

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