SCADA Modeller

About the opportunity

Joining the Network Operations department, you will be part of the team responsible for maintaining the critical SCADA application. The SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) is the system which monitors and controls the NSW electrical network. 

You will learn from experienced team members on how to:

• Develop, build, and implement SCADA databases and displays to support network changes and integration of new renewable generation (i.e. Wind, Solar, BESS)
• Use data modelling tools to configure the Transgrid electrical grid model.
• Use graphic editing tools to layout SCADA displays and connect elements to the data model.
• Contribute to continuous/sustained improvement/development of configuration, testing processes, and graphical standards.

This opportunity is based in our Newcastle office. As part of the role, you will be required to work in the office 5 days a week.

About you

This is an entry level role and no previous experience in a similar role is required. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone at the beginning of their career, or even someone looking for a career change. It is a technical role so you will need to have:

• Strong attention to detail with a high focus on accuracy
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce quality technical documentation.
• Eagerness to learn and develop.
• The ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
• Electrical or IT qualifications preferred.

For the right person, this role offers a genuine opportunity for long term growth with a defined progression path into the SCADA engineering discipline.

Transgrid Values in Action 

At Transgrid, our values are more than words, they shape the way you will work as a SCADA Modeller: 

• Safety: You will apply a safety-first mindset every day, ensuring compliance on site and building a culture where your team and contractors feel supported.
• Achievement: You will see the tangible results of your work in the delivery of projects that enable Australia’s energy transition.
• Integrity: You will build trust by engaging openly with stakeholders, contractors, and colleagues, ensuring decisions are transparent and aligned with our standards.
• Service: You will deliver projects that directly support our customers, communities, and the broader network, creating impact that goes beyond engineering.

Benefits & Perks

At Transgrid, we empower our people with a well-rounded benefits package designed to support their personal, professional, and social well-being, helping them deliver their best work every day. Employees have access to a range of corporate discounts across retail, utilities, travel, health & wellbeing etc, as well as novated leasing options, workplace flexibility, 20 weeks paid parental leave and more.

Regardless of where you are in your professional journey, Transgrid powers your career by providing access to regular and on-going training, workplace mentoring and tertiary education. Here you are encouraged to build a career that is right for you.

Applications close on the 1st October 2025 - Apply today as applications will be assessed on a rolling basis and this opportunity may close early.

Transgrid is committed to Health and Safety, the Environment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Ethical Practices. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to these areas.