Salary Range: $102,167.42 - $110,382.66 per annum
Position Type: Full Time Permanent
Location: Tunnel Hill Treatment Plant, Cairns
Application Close Date: Sunday, 22 November 2026 at 11.30pm AEST
Are you a networking professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and wants your work to have a real impact on the community?
Join our Telemetry and SCADA team and play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the industrial control system networks that support essential water and wastewater services across the Cairns region. From network switches and firewalls to cyber security and system resilience, you'll help keep vital infrastructure connected, secure, and performing at its best.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead the planning, installation, maintenance and optimisation of SCADA and industrial control system (ICS) networks.
- Configure, support and troubleshoot industrial networking equipment, including switches, routers and firewalls.
- Monitor network performance, identify faults and implement solutions to improve reliability, security and resilience.
- Coordinate software, firmware and hardware upgrades across critical network infrastructure.
- Deliver and support cyber security initiatives aligned with Council's risk management framework.
- Conduct network audits, manage asset lifecycles and maintain automated backup and monitoring systems.
- Provide technical advice and support for operational and capital works projects across Council.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, procedures and standards.
- Mentor team members, share knowledge and contribute to a high-performing technical team.
- Participate in an on-call roster and provide remote and field-based support when required.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of hands-on technical work, strategic projects, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement in a highly specialised operational technology environment.
What We’re Looking For:
- Current C Class Driver Licence.
- Relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, networking, PLCs, HMIs, VSDs, or a related field.
- Strong experience with network switching, routing, segmentation, security and industrial network redundancy protocols.
- Practical experience working with Ethernet-based networks.
- Ability to analyse technical issues, document solutions and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.
- Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office.
- Proven ability to work autonomously while contributing positively within a team environment.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning.
Some benefits we offer:
- Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
- Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
- Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
- Up to 3 weeks personal leave
- Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunitiesSalary sacrifice opportunities
- Relocation assistance may be available for preferred candidates.
We are committed to:
- Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
- Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support
Now we want to hear about YOU!
For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.
Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:
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Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council
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Control Systems Technician (Networks) employer: Cairns Regional Council
Cairns Regional Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises community impact and employee development. With flexible hours and a supportive work culture, you will have the opportunity to lead meaningful wellbeing initiatives while collaborating with diverse stakeholders in the beautiful Cairns region. The Council fosters professional growth through training and networking opportunities, making it an ideal place for those passionate about community development.
