Drive operational integrity and innovation for critical instrument, electrical, control, and communication systems within a leading oil & gas operator. Seeking a seasoned IECC Systems Specialist to ensure performance, safety, and compliance across complex assets.

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THE ROLE

Due to continued growth and a commitment to operational excellence, our client, a prominent player in the oil & gas sector, is seeking a highly experienced IECC Systems Specialist to join their Brisbane-based team. This pivotal role provides technical oversight and drives continuous improvement across all instrumentation, electrical, control, and communication systems.

You'll be instrumental in supporting asset performance, safety, and environmental stewardship, collaborating closely with project, maintenance, and operational teams. While primarily based in Brisbane, this role involves an average of one week per month on site to ensure hands-on technical leadership. Key Responsibilities will include:

• Act as the go-to expert for IECC systems, providing critical oversight, troubleshooting, and support for both ongoing operations and capital projects.
• Lead the design, review, and implementation of brownfield modifications, rigorously ensuring compliance with both Australian standards and internal company policies, especially for hazardous area classification and functional safety.
• Drive initiatives to enhance asset reliability, develop long-term plans to manage obsolescence, and champion excellence in maintenance strategy and execution.
• Provide essential IECC support across small and large capital projects, including developing detailed scopes, specifications, and commissioning documentation.
• Oversee key hardware/software vendors and third-party engineering design contractors, ensuring high-quality delivery for SCADA, SIS, fire & gas systems, and automation.
• Manage and document critical function testing, act as the Technical Authority for IECC matters (including Management of Change), and actively participate in incident investigations.
• Foster strong internal relationships across all relevant teams and provide accurate, timely reports on asset and project performance.

ABOUT YOU

You are a highly analytical and experienced Instrumentation, Electrical, and Control Systems Engineer with a deep understanding of complex oil & gas operations. You thrive on technical challenges, have a meticulous eye for detail, and possess a proven ability to drive both compliance and improvement. You will ideally possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, or Control Systems Engineering (or equivalent).
• A minimum of 5 years' recent experience in a similar technical oversight role within the oil & gas or major hazard facility sector.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with process control, Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), SCADA, fire and gas systems, automation, hazardous area compliance, and gas metering.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs and HMIs (experience with Allen Bradley, DeltaV, and Citect is highly desirable).
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose complex technical issues.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to develop scopes, specifications, and commissioning documents.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams, manage multiple stakeholders with competing priorities, and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A valid manual driver’s licence.
• Highly Desirable: RPEQ or Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status.

CULTURE & BENEFITS

Our client champions a workplace where employees can thrive, contribute to critical operations, and achieve their full potential. Their culture is built on:

• Fostering an effective, conducive, and empowering work environment that strongly supports professional growth and technical leadership.
• Prioritising the minimisation of their environmental footprint and ensuring robust safety practices across all operations.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with employees, communities, business partners, and customers, ensuring sustainable development.

They offer a competitive benefits package tailored to the skills and experience of the successful candidate, committed to recognising and rewarding significant contributions to the team and asset integrity.

Ready to apply your expertise to critical IECC systems and drive operational excellence? Apply NOW or contact Lisa Angland for a confidential discussion on 0483 924 386 or lisa@limitlessrecruit.com.au

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