Program Manager SCADA Transformation

Seeking an experienced Program Manager SCADA Transformation

Program Manager SCADA Transformation6-month contract (possible extensions)Paying up to $1330 per day + superHybrid working
Hays is excited to be working with a leading State Government organisation that is seeking an experienced Program Manager SCADA Transformation to lead a complex, multi-year operational transformation program.
About the roleThis pivotal leadership role is responsible for driving the successful delivery of a major SCADA modernisation initiative, overseeing engineering services, managing significant organisational change, and ensuring the successful transition to a future-state SCADA platform.This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly capable program leader with a strong background in industrial control systems, large-scale infrastructure projects, stakeholder engagement, and transformational change.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of a multi-year SCADA transformation program from initiation through to implementation and benefits realisation.
• Drive the transition of operational business units to a new SCADA platform and associated ways of working.
• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of SCADA Engineering services across the organisation.
• Act as the primary interface for capital projects, maintenance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives requiring SCADA engineering support.
• Manage program scope, priorities, sequencing, resources and delivery schedules to maximise organisational value.
• Lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and high performance.
• Manage complex internal and external stakeholder relationships, including contractors, project teams and senior executives.
• Ensure the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of engineering and construction activities.
• Identify, mitigate and report on program risks, issues and dependencies.
• Monitor and report on program performance through established governance frameworks, KPIs and reporting mechanisms.

Key Selection Criteria

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering.
• Demonstrated success delivering large-scale SCADA, Industrial Control Systems (ICS), Operational Technology (OT) or infrastructure transformation programs.
• Extensive experience leading significant business change and organisational transformation initiatives.
• Experience delivering SCADA, OT or critical infrastructure projects within the utilities, water, energy, transport or government sectors.
• Experience working within regulated, safety-critical operating environments.
• Ability to build strong partnerships across technical, operational and executive stakeholder groups.
• Proven ability to develop, communicate and implement Industrial Control System strategies across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Strong program and project management expertise across the full project lifecycle, including planning, execution, governance and closure.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams, contractors and complex project environments.
• Demonstrated capability in stakeholder engagement, negotiation, communication and influencing at senior levels.
• Experience managing budgets, resources and delivery outcomes within large and complex organisations.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with a focus on developing high-performing teams and driving cultural change.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Josh.Richardson@hays.com.auThis role also requires for all applications whore successful to have a Police Check and a valid Driving Licence.#3015735