Senior Field Automation Technician Darwin, NT | Industrial Automation Operational Technology Our client is seeking a Senior Field Automation Technician to support and deliver automation solutions across critical industrial and infrastructure environments.
This is a hands-on position suited to an experienced automation professional who can confidently troubleshoot, modify, commission and support PLC and SCADA systems in live operational facilities.
Working across a diverse range of industrial sites, you will play a key role in maintaining system reliability, supporting operational teams and delivering automation upgrades and improvements.
Key Responsibilities Provide advanced fault finding and troubleshooting of PLC, SCADA and HMI systems Modify, maintain and optimise control system software Lead commissioning activities for new installations, upgrades and system modifications Support plant operations through reactive and preventative maintenance activities Investigate system performance issues and implement corrective actions Configure and troubleshoot industrial communications networks and field devices Prepare technical documentation and reports Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior technicians and engineers Liaise directly with site personnel, maintenance teams and stakeholders About You You will be an experienced automation professional with a solid background supporting industrial control systems within operational environments.
Essential Skills Experience:



Significant experience in industrial automation, control systems or electrical/instrumentation environments Strong hands-on experience with: Rockwell / Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, Studio ****) Siemens PLCs (S7, TIA Portal) Citect SCADA / AVEVA Plant SCADA Demonstrated PLC programming, troubleshooting and fault-finding capability Experience commissioning and supporting industrial automation systems Understanding of industrial networking and communication protocols including Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Profibus and Modbus Ability to work autonomously and lead technical activities in the field Qualifications Electrical Trade Certificate, Instrumentation Trade Certificate or equivalent Current Electrical Licence highly regarded Cert IV Instrumentation Control advantageous Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Electrical, Instrumentation or Automation Engineering highly regarded What's on Offer Senior technical role with significant autonomy Diverse industrial automation projects and operational support activities Exposure to leading PLC, SCADA and OT technologies Strong pipeline of work across critical infrastructure and industrial sectors Attractive remuneration package and career development opportunities If you're a senior automation professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and working directly with customers and operational teams, we'd like to hear from you.

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