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Who we are

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In Melbourne, water is essential to our way of life.

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As caretakers for Melbourne's water cycle, we care for water, life and land throughout Melbourne: both its people and its biodiversity.

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Each time you drink from the tap, flush a toilet, run through a backyard sprinkler, or kayak down the Yarra, we're there. Primed and ready, quietly delivering some of the world's cleanest water for over five million residents and wildlife that call Melbourne home, just as we have for over 130 years.

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If you value making it count, diving in with curiosity, and doing what's right, you're in the right place.

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About the Role

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Reporting to the Senior Manager Capital Delivery (Performance), this is a pivotal role within the Capital Delivery - Performance team within Melbourne Water Major Capital Delivery (MCD). As the Manager, Control Systems Commissioning for MCD, you will be the lead interface for support to Project Managers in the scoping, development, and commissioning of Operation Technology (OT) assets within Major Capital Delivery projects.

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The position provides expert commissioning co-ordination and interfacing between our nominated service providers, system integrators, MCD Project Managers and Melbourne Water OT representatives for effective delivery of new or upgraded controls systems.

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You will be responsible to:

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- Lead, monitor and assist delivery of control systems development, testing, and commissioning in conjunction with the MCD Project Manager in accordance with MW Commissioning Procedures
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- Provide OT leadership during review of inputs to control philosophy and control narratives for Major Capital Projects
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- Manage and support MCD projects requiring OT and IT interfaces ensuring adequate allocation of resources and timeframes by Service Providers as well as continual promotion of internal stakeholders
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- Manage and coordinate issue resolution related to commissioning of control systems, ensuring completeness prior to handover
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- Actively engage with onsite asset and operational representatives, ensuring that commissioning acceptance criteria are adhered to, fully documented and recorded
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- Be the central point of technical knowledge for OT Asset Class(s), such as PLC, SCADA, CCTV systems, for MW Major Capital Delivery team
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For more information please review the Role Mandate:Role Mandate - Manager, Control Systems Commissioning MCD.pdf

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About you:

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Qualification and Experience

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- Tertiary degree in relevant engineering field and/or extensive experience in Industrial Control Systems
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- Expertise in development,



delivery and commissioning of complex OT and IT related projects. End user experience is preferable
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- Demonstrated experience in the preparation and management of commissioning plans for various contract delivery models, with proven consultation and negotiation skills
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- Understanding of the process for designing, developing, programming and commissioning multi-faceted projects within the control system environment
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- Extensive experience of project integration into existing operation assets
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- Significant knowledge and demonstrated expertise in delivery and commissioning of complex projects
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- Agent of Culture - Inspire through role modelling of values, mind-sets and habits to bring to life our desired culture
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- Ability to lead change and communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders
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- Strong financial and commercial acumen skills
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- Ability to pass a criminal record check and an AusCheck
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Technical Capability

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- Experience in PLC control systems including development, coding and testing
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- Knowledge of one or more of the following - Siemens PCS 7, Allen Bradley PLCs, GeFanuc 90-30 PLC series, Yokagawa SCADA (other PLC or DCS experience may be an acceptable alternative)
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- Knowledge of Building Access, Control and Identification (BACID), Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) and Video Management Systems (VMS), Telemetry and Radio systems.
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- Knowledge of SCADA, virtualised environments, Ethernet and Fieldbus networks
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At Melbourne Water, we care about water and all life that springs from it.

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Our people are fuelled by passion, and with safety at the forefront, we have an unwavering sense of purpose, and are on a mission to protect every Melburnian's way of life, one drop at a time.

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We walk the talk when it comes to flexible working - but that's not all. Our culture of purpose, safety, results, and learning permeates everything we do. We're dedicated to doing what's right, and this commitment extends to the meaningful work we do in a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talents.

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Our long-standing commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging means that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people living with disability, mature age and young jobseekers from all cultures can apply with confidence knowing they are protected, affirmed, and celebrated.

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If you're curious,



action-orientated, outcomes-focused, and care deeply for public resources, community, and the environment, we'd love to receive an application and learn if you could be a great fit.

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How to Apply

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Click the 'Apply Now' button below and complete our online application form.

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Closing date: Tuesday 3 rd June 2025 at 11:55pm AEST

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The Security of Critical Infrastructure (SoCI) Act 2018 requires Melbourne Water, as an operator of critical infrastructure, to prepare a Critical Infrastructure Risk Management Program (CIRMP), which has been undertaken and managed by the Security and Emergency Management Team.

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Melbourne Water are required to assess roles across Melbourne Water to determine what roles are critical under the Act. All employees working in a role deemed SOCI critical will require additional background checks via AusCheck. This role is deemed critical, and the preferred applicant will be asked to undertake an AusCheck.

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The AusCheck process is outlined clearly in this presentation provided by AusCheck CI Critical Worker: Getting Started Guide | Rise 360 (articulate.com). This guide steps through each of the below steps in detail.

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📌 Manager, Control Systems Commissioning MCD (Victoria)
🏢 Melbourne Water
📍 Victoria