Senior Instrument & Controls Specialist

• Lead with expertise in a high-impact, senior technical role 
• Drive performance across Origin's power generation assets 
• Kogan / Dalby based

Join a team that's All Kinds of Useful

At Origin, being useful is more than a tagline - it’s how we approach work every day. As a collective, we’re a team that thrives on finding better ways, working together, and owning our impact. From powering homes to delivering award-winning internet and helping to lead Australia’s energy transition. If you’re driven by purpose and excited to be part of something bigger, we’d love to have you on the journey.

About the role:

If you're a seasoned instrumentation and controls professional looking for your next challenge, this is the opportunity to bring your expertise to a high-performing team at Origin. As a Senior Instrument and Controls Specialist, you’ll take ownership of complex technical work across multiple power generation sites, driving performance, reliability, and innovation.

This role is designed for someone who thrives on autonomy, leads with technical confidence, and is ready to influence outcomes at a strategic level.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead advanced fault diagnostics, logic modifications, and instrumentation maintenance across GE MkVIe and Triconics systems
• Provide expert input into outage planning, execution, and recovery to optimise plant performance
• Mentor and guide technicians, sharing deep technical knowledge to build team capability
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to resolve complex issues and improve system reliability
• Identify and implement strategic improvements to control systems and maintenance practices

What will you bring?

• Extensive experience in instrumentation and controls within power generation or heavy industry
• Electrical and Instrumentation Trade Certificate, with strong DCS expertise
• Proven ability to lead technical work, influence stakeholders, and manage competing priorities
• Deep understanding of plant systems, maintenance strategies, and safety protocols
• Desirable: Advanced Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent experience

So, why join us?

• 20 weeks of paid leave for primary carers with flexible return options.
• Thrive in a culture of personal and professional growth.
• Powering your career with unbeatable perks - Get discounted electricity, gas, and internet as an Origin employee
• Origin 360 Electric Vehicles (EV) employee subscription offers a fantastic range of EVs, with flexible month-to-month plans and no lock-in contract.
• Free and confidential counselling for employees and family members.
• A great high energy team, that encourages interesting, rewarding, and engaging work!

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse. 
 

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. 

Here's a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.