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Manager Water Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition

Power and Water Corporation -
Darwin NT

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Job Details

Permanent | Temp to perm | Full-time
10 days ago

Qualifications

TCP
Management
Engineering
Driver Licence
Cybersecurity
Leadership

Full Job Description

Northern Territory Government
JOB DESCRIPTION

Job title Manager Water Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition

Classification Band 4 Science and Engineering Professional Position no. 30925

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Business unit Operational Technology Location Darwin

Reports to Senior Manager Operational Technology Reports to p/no. 42415
Power and Water values diversity. Power and Water encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies

Inclusion and and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment
diversity and Special for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for
Measures this position and the merit process, click here
recruitment plans Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures

plan, click here
Information for Applications must include a one-page summary about you, a detailed resume and copies of all relevant tertiary
applicants qualifications listed in your application. For further information for applicants and example applications: click here
Information above If you accept this position, a detailed summary of your merit (including work history, experience, qualifications, skills,
selected applicant’s information from referees, etc.) will be provided to other applicants, to ensure transparency and better understanding
merit of the reasons for decision. For further information: click here
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE

The Manager Water SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) leads the team that delivers SCADA services to support provision of water
and wastewater services to customers throughout the Northern Territory. The role is accountable for the development of the water and wastewater
SCADA capability within Power and Water and the planning, engineering design, management, installation, configuration, operation and
maintenance of water and wastewater SCADA assets.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The “WHAT” to be delivered

Lead and develop the Water SCADA team and contribute to development and outcomes of the Operational Technology function more broadly.
Lead and manage personnel within the Water SCADA team and external resources with a constructive style and maintain a strong professional

relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment on requirements and high levels of service are achieved with a positive outcome focus.

Manage delivery of SCADA services including planning, engineering design, installation, configuration, asset renewal and replacement, capital

project delivery, testing, preventative and reactive maintenance of SCADA systems and components for water and wastewater systems across
the Northern Territory.

Develop plans for and manage safety, cyber security, physical and financial resources, delivery schedules, procurement, contracts and risk.
Provide high level advice to Senior Managers and the Executive Leadership Team and report on the status of water SCADA service delivery and

development.

Lead the establishment and maintenance of policies, procedures and standards for the team and contractors to ensure the provision of accurate,

robust SCADA solutions.

COMPETENCY PROFILE – Manager of Team

“HOW” to do it (refer to Power and Water’s Behavioural Competency Guide)

Builds effective teams Places the team’s priorities above personal objectives.

Courage Offers ideas or opinions without fear of criticism or professional risk.

Cultivates innovation Explores multiple alternatives and approaches to overcome obstacles and find solutions.

Customer focus Searches for ways to improve customer service.

Directs work Seeks to clarify and understand desired outcomes for his/her role.
Interpersonal acumen Exercises diplomacy in difficult interpersonal situations.

Plans and aligns Creates a realistic time line with steps outlined in the right sequence.

Resourcefulness Coordinates multiple priorities and activities to accomplish goals.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
No. of Direct Reports ~6 No. of Indirect Reports Up to 10

(Not including contract resourcing)
Key Interactions: Internal and External Stakeholders - Contractors, Consultants, Employees, External Customers
COMPLIANCE

We expect you to:

Actively align, support and promote Power and Water Corporation’s (PWC) Values and support building a constructive workplace culture that

celebrates achievement through its people

Carry out duties in accordance with PWC’s Safety and Environmental policies and procedures, working towards our goal of Zero Harm
Ensure all activities undertaken as a Power and Water employee comply with PWC’s Standards of Behaviour, Management Standards and

Procedures, relevant Acts, legal demands and that you manage all of your activities and responsibilities within the PWC risk management
framework

This position may be subject to a suitability assessment as part of role requirements

LAST UPDATED: August 2026 EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE: __________________________ DATE: ____________

AT POWER AND WATER:

Job Description Northern Territory Government
SELECTION CRITERIA

Qualification and Skills Experience

Essential • Engineering degree (or equivalent) recognised for Professional • Extensive SCADA systems engineering, project delivery
Membership with Engineers Australia. and operational experience in the water industry.

• Demonstrated strong leadership and people management skills and • Comprehensive experience in leading a technical team
ability to lead a multi-disciplinary and dispersed team. for the delivery of specialised services.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and stakeholder engagement • Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate
skills including the effective use of conflict resolution, negotiation, and projects with a focus on efficiency, value for money
networking. with a high quality of service.

• Demonstrated skills in SCADA asset strategic planning. • Proven experience in working with stakeholders

Ability to manage a team to work under pressure to resolve complex focusing on positive outcomes for our customers and

faults on critical equipment. the organisation.
• Ability and willingness to travel and work in harsh and challenging • Demonstrated experience with and following safe

environments and remote areas. working practices.
• Working knowledge of cyber security requirements for Operational • Demonstrated experience in the development of

Technology SCADA related standards, policies and procedures.

Valid NT Driver’s Licence or equivalent Australian Driver’s Licence.

Desirable • Experience in the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance • Experience working within the utilities sector.
of CITEC control platforms, Pi Historian, MIRI radio telemetry, Ethernet • Working knowledge of Power and Water corporate
radio, general computer networking, PLCs and RTUs. software and systems.

Knowledge and experience with TCP-IP, data communications and

SCADA protocols, networking equipment and computer operating
systems such as Windows.

FURTHER INFORMATION

1. Contact Eric Boyle on (08) 8999 5511 for further information about the position
2. Information about Power and Water Corporation may be viewed at powerwater.com.au
3. The total remuneration package amounts published for this position include base salary, superannuation and annual leave loading.
4. An offer of appointment, promotion or transfer for this vacancy is may be subject to a suitability assessment as part of role requirements

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=353072 Approved July 2026

Vacancy closes 02/09/2026 Eric Boyle Senior Manager Operational Technology – Core Operations

AT POWER AND WATER:

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