Who we are

SUEZ is a partnership with SA Water delivering together in the Production and Treatment (P&T) Alliance trusted water services for a sustainable and healthy South Australia.  Responsible for operating and maintaining five water treatment plants, five wastewater treatment plants, tanks, pump stations and control installations in Metropolitan Adelaide, the P&T Alliance encompasses expertise and solutions from SUEZ and SA Water working collaboratively as one team, one brand with shared responsibility for trusted water services that our community needs now and into the future.  

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Engineer to join our Innovation & Improvement team, supporting automation and SCADA systems across the SA Water Production & Treatment Alliance.

In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring that water and wastewater treatment assets operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. You will work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, SA Water Capital Delivery, and SA Water SCADA Support teams to deliver, maintain, and continuously improve automation, PLC, communications, and SCADA environments across the network.

You will also contribute to setting high standards for automation practices, coordinating internal and external stakeholders, managing cybersecurity considerations, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across critical infrastructure. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys technical problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and driving innovation in essential public services.

About You

You are an automation or control systems professional with strong PLC and SCADA capability and a genuine interest in improving the performance and reliability of critical infrastructure. You enjoy working collaboratively across operational, maintenance, and engineering teams and are comfortable engaging a broad range of stakeholders to deliver safe and effective outcomes.

You bring a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement, along with the ability to manage competing priorities and contribute both independently and as part of a team.

Essential Skills/Qualifications

You will have experience in modern PLC programming aligned to IEC 61131-3 standards, with exposure to platforms such as RS Logix 500, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View, Schneider Control Expert, Vijeo Designer, or Red Lion. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential, along with a high level of attention to detail and an unrestricted Australian driver’s licence. Experience with SCADA platforms and prior exposure to the water or wastewater industry will be highly regarded.

Desirable Skills/Experience

·       Exposure to SCADA platforms and experience in the water industry.

Why Join Us

• We celebrate our differences and understand that diversity fuels our creativity and innovation (collaborative and inclusive work culture).

• We believe in providing everyone an equal chance to excel and grow (equal opportunities for career development and advancement).

• We provide a supportive and engaging environment fostering innovation that is future-focused for next generations.

• Your wellbeing is supported through our wellbeing program offering monthly initiatives and 24/7 access to our employee assistance program.

• Innovative environment that is future-focused for the next generations.

• Access to exclusive corporate discounts through Flare HR.

• Novated leasing opportunities.

Want to know more?

To learn more about what it’s like to work at SUEZ, please visit our website and YouTube channel.

If you are looking for your next opportunity and want to make a meaningful contribution to essential infrastructure in South Australia, we would love to hear from you.

Location: South Australia

Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Reports To: Business Improvement Manager

Applications Close: 3rd of February 2026.

Diversity and inclusion are at the core of SUEZ’s vision for creating an organisation ready to face the challenges of tomorrow. Together, our differences inspire the innovation and creativity to succeed.

(Please note we will not be accepting unsolicited resumes from third-party recruitment agencies.)