About the Role

You’ll work at the intersection of IT and Operational Technology (OT), collaborating with both the WIS team and ICT Technical Infrastructure specialists to design, maintain, and optimise systems that keep water and wastewater services running smoothly.

From cybersecurity to system integration, you’ll drive continuous improvement and ensure infrastructure aligns with Council’s operational goals.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead advanced troubleshooting and solve complex system challenges
• Design, support, and enhance water infrastructure systems
• Provide expert technical advice across Council and external stakeholders
• Monitor system performance and proactively prevent issues
• Deliver secure, resilient ICT/OT environments (aligned with Essential Eight)
• Plan and manage projects that deliver measurable outcomes
• Develop policies, procedures, and system performance metrics

Why This Role Stands Out

• Competitive salary: $112K – $119K + super (up to 12.65%)
• 17.5% annual leave loading + banked leave options
• Flexible work-life balance initiatives
• Ongoing professional development & leadership training
• Salary sacrificing options
• Corporate health insurance discounts
• Fitness Passport access
• Active social club & supportive team culture
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Strong focus on safety and wellbeing

About You

You’re a seasoned ICT professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys bridging the gap between systems and real-world outcomes.

You’ll bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in IT, Telecommunications, or equivalent experience
• Strong experience in ICT infrastructure within medium-sized organisations
• Expertise across technologies such as:
  • Networks (LAN/WAN), VMware, Citrix
  • Microsoft Server environments & Active Directory/Azure
  • MSSQL, storage virtualisation
  • Security platforms (e.g. Fortinet, F5)
• Knowledge (or interest) in Water & Wastewater systems
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (Essential Eight highly desirable)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset

A current C Class Driver’s Licence is required.

What Success Looks Like

You deliver secure, high-performing systems that support essential services. You influence strategy, improve processes, and provide trusted expertise across the organisation — all while contributing to a positive, high-performing team culture.

Important Information

This role is classified as a Critical Worker under the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 and requires:

• AusCheck background clearance
• Criminal history check
• Pre-employment medical assessment

How to Apply

Submit:

1. Your current resume
2. A maximum 2-page document addressing each key requirement from the Position Description

👉 Be specific. Show what you did, how you did it, and the results you achieved.
👉 Applications that don’t address all requirements may not be considered.

For further information, contact Kyle Tonkin (Senior Engineer Control Systems) on (07) 4688 6411 during business hours.