Technical Officer - Electrical and Automation Goulburn Valley Region Water Corporation

Goulburn Valley Water (GVW)

provides quality water and wastewater services to 54 towns in North Central Victoria. Our purpose is to support healthy and prosperous communities.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Technical Officer - Electrical and Automation to join our Operations Control and Maintenance (OCM) team. This is a key role responsible for undertaking and overseeing new and existing work on GVW's electrical, instrumentation and automation installations.

This opportunity will suit an experienced electrical, instrumentation or automation professional seeking a varied and hands-on role supporting the reliable operation of critical water and wastewater infrastructure across our region. We welcome applicants from diverse industry backgrounds who can bring their skills, knowledge and collaborative approach to our team.

If you're looking to apply your technical expertise across electrical, automation and control systems in a role that offers variety, autonomy and meaningful work, we'd love to hear from you

About your new role... As a Technical Officer - Electrical and Automation, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, safety and performance of GVW's critical electrical, instrumentation and automation assets across our water and wastewater networks. Working closely with Operations, Asset Management and Project Delivery teams, you will support both new and existing installations, helping to deliver essential services to our regional communities.

In this role, you will:

Undertake electrical maintenance, fault finding and repairs across water and wastewater facilities

Support the approval,



installation and commissioning of new and upgraded electrical and automation systems

Work with instrumentation, PLC-controlled systems, telemetry and SCADA infrastructure to optimise operational performance and support informed operational decision-making

Install, configure, calibrate and maintain instrumentation including level sensors, flow meters and water quality monitoring equipment.

Assist with PLC programming, automation upgrades, local HMIs and control system maintenance

Interpret, maintain and update electrical drawings, PLC records and technical documentation

Coordinate and work alongside contractors and internal stakeholders to deliver maintenance and project activities

Participate in an on-call availability roster and support operational responses as required

This position is based in Seymour and is responsible for supporting electrical and automation assets across GVWs Southern service area. This role requires regular travel throughout the region including Seymour, Alexandra, Euroa, Nagambie and surrounding areas. Flexible work arrangements are available, where operationally appropriate, in line with GVW policy.

About you... We're looking for someone with:

Certificate IV or higher in Electrotechnology, or a lesser qualification combined with a minimum of 7 year's relevant experience

Current A Grade Electrical Licence





Demonstrated experience in industrial electrical, instrumentation or process control environments, including motor control, PLC systems and process measurement applications

Experience with industrial instrumentation, calibration, process measurement systems and/or water quality monitoring equipment will be highly regarded

Experience working with PLCs, SCADA, telemetry, instrumentation and/or automation systems

Ability to read, understand and update electrical drawings and technical documentation

Sound understanding of electrical standards, regulations and safe work practices

Experience undertaking fault finding, maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical and control systems

Extensive experience using computer applications software/mobile applications

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively both independently and within a multidisciplinary team

Commitment to Occupational Health and Safety, customer service and continuous improvement

A positive team-focused approach and commitment to contributing to the success of the organisation

Please note all applicants must be an Australian Citizen, be a permanent resident or have a visa permitting work in Australia and hold a current driver's licence.

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What you'll get... You will have the prospect to join a diverse and inclusive organisation with s

📌 Technical Officer (Seymour)
🏢 Goulburn Valley Water
📍 Seymour