Drive SCADA integration, cybersecurity uplift and TechnologyOne enhancements while guiding vendors and stakeholders. Thrive at EGW with ADOs, flexible work, dog days, EAP, gym discounts and an inclusive, community‑focused workplace.
- Deliver SCADA upgrades and digital initiatives with strong technical leadership
- Enjoy ADOs, Dog‑friendly days, H&W subsidies, gym discounts, EAP services
- Inclusive, values‑driven culture with strong teamwork and community impact
East Gippsland Water provide an essential service to customers across our region, priding ourselves on our workplace culture of collaboration, innovation, authenticity and accountability. If you want to apply your skills and develop a career in a customer-focused industry, we would like to hear from you.
About the role
The SCADA and Digital Project Manager will initially work within the Digital Transformation team before transitioning to the SCADA team once major SCADA and digital initiatives are delivered. The role leads complex technical projects to modernise, secure and integrate EGW’s SCADA (OT) and ICT environments, ensuring operational resilience. It requires deep expertise in SCADA systems—including architecture, PLCs, RTUs, and cybersecurity—as well as responsibility for delivering ERP upgrades and digital transformation initiatives in line with EGW’s project management standards.
The position provides leadership across TechnologyOne and SCADA enhancements, ensuring objectives and benefits are clearly communicated. It manages project risks, dependencies and mitigations while keeping delivery on track and within budget. The role also oversees cross functional teams, vendors and contractors to maintain high‑quality outcomes, strong documentation and consistent alignment with organisational priorities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Expert knowledge of SCADA platforms, architecture, PLCs, RTUs and cybersecurity.
- Strong experience delivering digital and ERP upgrades, including TechnologyOne.
- Knowledge of cloud technologies and IIoT integration across OT and ICT systems.
- Proven leadership in project delivery, stakeholder engagement and change management.
- Advanced skills in risk management, mitigation planning and financial control.
- Demonstrated ability to manage teams, vendors and contractors effectively.
- Excellent communication skills, able to explain technical concepts clearly.
- Lead SCADA and digital projects using EGW project management frameworks.
- Manage schedules, budgets, scope, risks and reporting across all initiatives.
- Use dashboards and analytics for planning, tracking and decision support.
- Mentor teams and build capability for new systems, tools and processes.
- Oversee procurement, vendor management and contract compliance.
- Diagnose SCADA issues and plan system upgrades and lifecycle improvements.
- Maintain SCADA standards, documentation, alarm frameworks and governance.
- Support safety, cybersecurity readiness, disaster recovery and continuous improvement.
Why Join East Gippsland Water:
- Enjoy monthly ADOs for full‑time team members
- Genuine work–life balance with Monday–Friday schedules
- Flexible work arrangements that support life outside work
- Health & Wellbeing financial subsidies
- Weekly Bring Your Dog to Work wellbeing initiative
- Reduced‑rate corporate gym memberships
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (counselling, coaching and wellbeing services)
- A supportive, collaborative, values‑driven workplace
- Inclusive culture that champions diversity and wellbeing
- A proud commitment to sustainability and community impact
- Access exclusive discounts and perks through Flare (Employee Benefits program)
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Strong learning, training and professional development opportunities
- Clear pathways for progression and internal mobility
- Modern technology and tools that enable innovation
EGW- Renowned for its proactive supportive community & exceptional lifestyle. We take pride & ownership to deliver essential services to our community.
Apply now!
Applications must include a resume and cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the Key Selection Criteria in the position description, and how you will contribute to the team's success.
To find out more about this position, you can obtain a Position Description by visiting our website egwater.vic.gov.au/positions-vacant, or by emailing our People & Culture team at vacancies@egwater.vic.gov.au or on 03 5150 4444.
Applications close on Tuesday 21st April 2026.
East Gippsland Water provides an inclusive work environment, offering ongoing professional development opportunities, a workplace culture that supports work-life balance, and the opportunity to directly contribute to the community and environment in which we live and work.
As part of our commitment to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace, we strongly encourage applications from experienced women and men, First Nations People, people with differing abilities, LGBTQI+, culturally and ethnically diverse candidates to best represent and engage with our community.
*We are committed to offering a fair and equitable remuneration package, aligned to the successful candidate’s skills and experience and governed by the applicable Enterprise Agreement.
* Plus 12% employer superannuation contribution. We reserve the right to remunerate successful candidates within the span of this classification dependant on demonstrated skills, experience and qualifications.
*Shortlisted applicants may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical and National Police Check.
