Senior SCADA & OT Systems Engineer

Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) owns, operates and invests in infrastructure which delivers gas to more than two million homes and businesses, and is one of the largest gas infrastructure businesses in Australia. AGIG manages distribution networks, transmission pipelines and storage capacity. AGIG recently grew to over 1200 employees. We also manage a large contractor workforce, who provide both specialist and operating and maintenance services on AGIG's gas distribution networks.

Our business is actively participating in the energy transition by delivering the natural gas needed today and advancing solutions for the future. Our Net Zero goal and emissions reduction targets outline our ongoing commitment to a sustainable energy future. We know that to deliver our net zero goal in a timely, affordable and reliable way for all customers, a diverse range of energy supply is needed. We will continue to work with customers and stakeholders to deliver and develop the energy infrastructure solutions essential to lowering emissions - including through natural gas, renewable gas and carbon capture and sequestration solutions.

We are looking for an experienced Senior SCADA & OT Systems Engineer to join AGIG and play a key role in supporting the systems that keep our Distribution operations running safely and reliably.

Reporting to the Team Leader - SCADA & OT Systems within Distribution Operations, you will bring your technical expertise to a collaborative environment where your perspective is valued. You will work across SCADA, Operational Technology (OT), communications and real-time systems, partnering with our Network Control Centre, internal teams and external providers to maintain reliable operations while helping shape how our technology evolves.

• Oversee the day-to-day operation, reliability and performance of AGIG's Distribution SCADA and OT environment, including SCADA applications, historian, digital radio communications, remote field devices, networks, and associated management and security applications.
• Support the Network Control Centre through participation in a rostered 24/7 and after-hours support arrangement, ensuring real-time systems and communications remain available and effective, while proactively resolving issues and coordinating required system and model changes.
• Provide technical leadership, project support and specialist guidance across SCADA, OT and real-time systems projects, from development and testing through to implementation, integration and enhancement.
• Lead and contribute to cost-effective strategies for real-time IT and OT systems, improving integration, performance, resilience and resource utilisation.
• Apply relevant SCADA and OT standards, engineering practices and industry best practices, while identifying and implementing improvements that strengthen reliability, consistency and team performance.
• Stay connected to emerging technologies, industry developments and market changes, exploring opportunities to improve system capability, security and operational performance.
• Build trusted relationships with internal stakeholders, vendors, service providers and industry partners, managing SLAs and risks, sharing knowledge and representing AGIG in relevant industry forums.

• 10+ years' experience across the development, testing, implementation, operation and support of SCADA and real-time systems within complex operational environments.
• A degree-level qualification in Computer Science, Information Processing, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of SCADA master station interfaces and configuration, including protocols such as Ethernet TCP/IP, Modbus and DNP3.0.
• Experience working with real-time data and databases, including SQL, supported by knowledge across WAN, LAN, firewalls, servers, SANs, virtualisation and Windows/Linux environments.
• Experience supporting 24/7 business-critical operations, with the ability to approach complex technical challenges calmly and methodically.
• Strong stakeholder and vendor engagement skills, including experience working with third-party providers and managing Service Level Agreements.
• A collaborative, curious and solutions-focused mindset, with strong communication skills and the ability to balance priorities and deliver quality outcomes.

• We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by Diversity Council Australia, and our commitment to diversity and inclusion has earned us recognition in 2023-2024. Join us to be part of a team that values and celebrates differences, ensuring that everyone's voice is heard and respected.
• AGIG is proudly recognised by WORK180 as a committed and supportive employer of choice for women, reflecting our dedication to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.
• Dive into a culture that supports the community through the Community Partnerships Program: with 2 paid volunteer leave days across the year, join a team that has dedicated over 1,900 volunteer hours, and collectively raised more than $100,000 through donations, fundraising and our dollar matching program.
• Bonus incentive program.
• A range of flexible working arrangements and leave options, including three additional leave days and to option to purchase two weeks of additional leave each year.
• 20 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer.
• Professional Development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Wellbeing and Inclusion program including Employee Assistance Program, annual flu vaccinations and access to free annual skin checks.
• Join in on social activities through our AGIG Social Club.
• Range of rewards and recognition activities across the company.
• Salary Continuance Insurance.

AGIG is committed to a workplace that promotes and recognises the diversity of its employees and the broader community that we serve by applying the principles of equity, fairness and transparency. A diverse and inclusive workplace is consistent with achieving AGIG's values of Trust, Accountable, Care and One Team.

Interested in this opportunity but are unsure of meeting all the requirements? If this role excites you, we strongly encourage you to apply - your unique skills and experience could be exactly what we need!

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake background checks which include reference checks, police check and a pre-employment medical.

Applications Close: 4.00pm, 14th September 2026