The Opportunity
At APA, our purpose is to secure Australia's energy future.
We're not doing it alone.
We're doing it with our customers and communities as Australia's energy infrastructure partner, a role our unique experience and expertise positions us to play.
Shape the future of energy through cutting-edge Operational Technology.
We're looking for a
Senior OT Project Engineer
to lead the delivery of critical Operational Technology (OT) programs across power and gas assets.
This is a high-impact role where you'll combine technical expertise with project leadership to deliver secure, reliable and future-ready OT solutions.
About the Role
As a senior member of the OT Engineering team, you will drive end-to-end delivery of complex projects spanning
SCADA, Historian, control systems, networks and cyber security
.
You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring safe, reliable and efficient operations across essential energy infrastructure.
We're building an
inclusive engineering team
that reflects the communities we serve.
We
strongly encourage women to apply
,
along with people from all backgrounds
, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people of all ages and cultures.
What You'll Do
Lead delivery of OT packages and programs of work that achieve business outcomes
Develop and configure IT/OT systems and devices to deliver project scope
Provide technical design, assurance and consultancy services for OT solutions
Support project resourcing, scheduling, prioritisation and task coordination, and deliver agreed milestones within timeframes and budgets
Manage risk and change within critical operational environments
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team capability uplift
Contribute to OT standards, governance and continuous improvement
Build effective relationships with internal teams, service providers, contractors, consultants, industry groups and regulators
Support the BAU team when required
Travel to operational sites occasionally, as required
What You Bring
Tertiary qualification in
Electrical/Electronics, Control Systems or Power Systems Engineering
Registered professional engineer with relevant accreditation, such as
RPEQ/RPEV, is essential;




Chartered status with Engineers Australia is desirable
7+ years' experience in the design, construction, operation or maintenance of OT for power generation, power transmission, gas transmission, gas processing, LNG, utilities or associated industries
Strong customer focus and a track record of delivering complex, multi-stakeholder solutions that meet operational requirements
Technical Expertise
Essential experience
Configuration and development
of SCADA/DCS (GeoSCADA or similar)
, Data Historian, Control Systems, Safety Systems, PLC/RTU and related technologies
Risk management
and
Management of Change
in live operational environments
Working knowledge
Industry protocols such as ICCP/TASE.2, DNP3, IEC *****, Modbus and OPC
IT/OT networking, including switching, routing and firewalls
Applicable cyber security standards and frameworks, including IEC ***** and AESCSF
Project management tools, lifecycles and methodologies, including package management across the project lifecycle
Desirable experience
Power system operations, including regulated and deregulated energy markets such as NEM and WEM, and microgrids
Energy Management Systems and functions such as dispatch and Automatic Generation Control
Energy regulatory requirements and relevant Australian and international codes and standards
Process safety standards, including IEC *****, and alarm management
Maximo, ServiceNow, programming or scripting, and project management qualifications or certification
Working at APA
At APA, we're committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where you can achieve your best.
We offer targeted career development programs designed to accelerate your career, competitive remuneration, employee benefits, flexible working arrangements, and wellbeing initiatives are all part of what we'll offer you.
Our inclusive parental leave policy offers 18 weeks of leave, including superannuation,



to support parents at work and in life.
We employ around 2,000 people across Australia and are committed to building a high-performing, customer-focused organisation where everyone feels safe, valued, and trusted to perform at their best.
We are APA
At APA, we're taking on one of Australia's greatest challenges: the energy transition.
We're not doing it alone.
We're doing it as Australia's energy infrastructure partner, a role our unique experience and expertise positions us to play.
We proudly own, operate and manage a diverse $20 billion portfolio of assets which deliver essential services to communities and customers across Australia.
And we own more than 15,000 kilometres of gas pipelines which deliver energy to households and businesses across every corner of Australia.
As the partner of choice in delivering infrastructure solutions for the energy transition, we're focused on bundled remote grid energy solutions, electricity and gas transmission, and future energy, including hydrogen and carbon capture and storage.
Our customer focused approach means we understand our customers and offer them reliable, cutting-edge, and cost-effective energy solutions that support their decarbonisation ambitions.
We are committed to securing Australia's energy future by delivering infrastructure solutions for Australia's energy transition and supporting the decarbonisation ambitions of our customers and communities.
Join our team and be part of securing Australia's energy future.
We'd love to hear from you.
APA is an equal opportunity employer.
The safety, health and wellbeing our people, community and environment a priority.
We embrace diversity in our people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities that we operate in.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia to be considered.
This vacancy works with critical APA data, systems or infrastructure and candidates are subject to background vetting (including Police checks) before & during employment.
Role closes on Saturday, 28 November ****.
Role Reference Number: JR****
APA Group will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
We will contact successful candidates after the closing date.

📌 Senior Ot Scada Project Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 APA Group
📍 Melbourne