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Job Listings Job Type Select Job Type Workspace Select Workspace Search Jobs Number of jobs found: 4 Senior Commissioning Engineer Port Hedland WA, Australia This is a site-based role offering challenging and rewarding work at the forefront of industrial automation. If you're looking to lead critical commissioning efforts and make a direct impact on project outcomes, we encourage you to apply. 22 Mar 2025 View Job Lead OT SCADA/MES Engineer Perth WA, Australia This role offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of operational technology and digital innovation, supporting real-time decision-making and operational efficiency across complex industrial systems. 22 Mar 2025 View Job Lead Electrical Design Engineer Perth WA, Australia This is key technical leadership role for a driven electrical engineer who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering robust, compliant, and fit-for-purpose electrical designs. 22 Mar 2025 View Job Senior Control Systems Engineer Perth WA, Australia This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven engineer to take a technical leadership role in delivering high-impact control systems projects, with hands-on involvement across the entire project lifecycle. 22 Mar 2025 View Job

This is a site-based role offering challenging and rewarding work at the forefront of industrial automation. If you're looking to lead critical commissioning efforts and make a direct impact on project outcomes, we encourage you to apply. < Back Senior Commissioning Engineer 22 Mar 2025 Apply Now Job Type Permanent - Full-time Workspace On-SIte Location(s) Port Hedland WA, Australia About the Role We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Commissioning Engineer to lead commissioning activities on site for major industrial projects. This role is pivotal in ensuring control systems are installed, tested, and commissioned to meet technical, functional, and safety requirements. Port Hedland residential and/or fixed roster FIFO options available. Key Responsibilities Lead and execute commissioning of control systems including PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, and networked automation infrastructure. Perform site-based functional testing, loop checking, fault-finding, and system tuning. Interface with project stakeholders including construction, electrical, instrumentation, and OEM teams to coordinate commissioning activities. Interpret and validate I/O schedules, control philosophies, and P&IDs against system performance. Ensure systems comply with project specifications, Australian standards, and client requirements. Troubleshoot hardware and software issues across control and communication systems. Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians. Generate and maintain commissioning documentation including test reports, redlines, punch lists, and progress tracking. Support site acceptance testing (SAT) and handover to operations. Requirements Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical, Mechatronic, or similar). Minimum 5 years’ relevant industry experience. Proficiency with major PLC/SCADA platforms (e.g. Rockwell, Schneider, Siemens, Citect, Ignition). Strong understanding of industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, etc.). Proven ability to work autonomously in remote and high-pressure environments. Sound knowledge of AS/NZS standards, functional safety, and site commissioning protocols. Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and stakeholder communication skills. Current Australian driver’s licence. Australian citizenship or valid Australian work visa. Desirable Experience & Skills Experience with commissioning large-scale greenfield or brownfield projects. Exida/TUV Functional Safety certification or similar. Relevant site access tickets (e.g. White Card, MSIC, or site-specific inductions). Exposure to control room integration and operational readiness processes. What We Offer At Frontline Automation, we recognise that people are our most invaluable asset. We foster a workplace culture built on integrity, trust and support and put people and work-life balance first. We offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package that recognises your talent and rewards your loyalty and contribution. You’ll share in the company’s success and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment in which for you to succeed. A competitive remuneration package. Employee bonus and reward schemes. Exclusive employee discounts and offers. Flexible, open work policy. Ongoing mentoring and training for professional development and career progression. Employee assistance program for employees and their families. Regular team building and social events. Additional incentives offered for Port Hedland-based residential roles. Apply Now

Empower your industry with Frontline Automation's premier engineering services. Elevate efficiency through cutting-edge control systems engineering solutions. Welcome to Frontline Automation Your Local Automation Partner Engineering, Maintenance and Operational support where it matters most Experience the Frontline Advantage Flexibility & Response Risk Management Value Community Site Experience Collaboration Local Matters. Experience the Frontline Advantage Today Flexibility & Response Being local allows us to adapt and respond to your dynamic operational needs at a moments notice to capitalise on production windows and minimise downtime. Services Frontline Services Our small but highly capable team has expertise spanning all facets of control systems design, integration, maintenance and improvement with a particular focus on providing on-site en gineering, maintenance, reliability and operational services and solutions. Whether you need a new system installed, an existing system upgraded, or ongoing maintenance and operational support, we have the expertise and experience to deliver the best possible outcomes for your business. Download Our Capability Statement Maintenance & Operational Support 24/7 control systems, maintenance & operational support, both on-site and remote. Proof Testing & Compliance Auditing Electrical, instrumentation and control system inspections, testing and auditing of fixed and mobile plant for compliance with asset integrity plans, standards and specifications (including PLC, PDA, BMIP, CAPL, SCS, ACS). Control System & Electrical Design Tailored, turn-key control system and electrical design and development services including engineering, drafting, networking & communications and VVVF drive configuration. Integration & Commissioning Management, execution and support of construction, commissioning and shutdown activities including plant run-down/run-up support. Analysis & Improvement Application of Lean Six Sigma techniques to identify and prioritise opportunities, and to implement measurable process improvements. Tuning & Optimisation Identification and application of optimisation, tuning and efficiency improvements for process plants, mobile machines and fixed plant mining equipment to maximise plant efficiency, reliability, availability and throughput. Functional Safety Complete life cycle support for Functional Safety systems designed to machinery standards (AS4024, AS62061, ISO 13849), process standards (AS61511), and electrical and electronic systems standards (AS61508). VVVF Drives Specialist VVVF drive support services including: 24/7 remote and on-site support Troubleshooting, maintenance and repairs Asset management strategies Performance optimisation Training Project Management Comprehensive project life cycle management from conceptualisation and initiation through to handover and acceptance. Training We offer a number of hands-on training modules focused at up-skilling your critical frontline electrical and control systems support personnel to improve MTTR and reduce overall downtime. All of our courses can be tailored to suit your site specific equipment and requirements. Enquire about our private, 'on-site' course options. Our Valued Clients & Partners Fully Mobilised and Ready to Maximize Your Operational Efficiency Today Job's On!

This is key technical leadership role for a driven electrical engineer who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering robust, compliant, and fit-for-purpose electrical designs. < Back Lead Electrical Design Engineer 22 Mar 2025 Apply Now Job Type Permanent - Full-time Workspace Hybrid Location(s) Perth WA, Australia About the Role Frontline Automation are seeking a highly experienced Lead Electrical Design Engineer to oversee and deliver high-quality electrical engineering designs across a portfolio of industrial and infrastructure projects. This leadership role will involve technical oversight, team coordination, and client engagement, ensuring all designs meet performance, compliance, and safety requirements. Perth-based and/or Port Hedland residential options available. Key Responsibilities Lead the development of electrical designs, including power distribution, motor control, protection systems, and lighting for industrial and commercial installations. Oversee preparation of detailed drawings, schematics, cable schedules, and documentation using electrical CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation). Ensure compliance with relevant Australian Standards, client specifications, and statutory regulations. Maintain design quality through adherence to company procedures, peer reviews, and design checks. Conduct and review electrical studies, including load flow, fault level, arc flash, and voltage drop analysis. Review and approve designs, supplier documentation, and construction packages. Provide input into project scoping, estimating, scheduling, and risk management. Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure integrated design outcomes. Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior engineers and designers. Support commissioning teams and respond to site-based technical queries. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent. Minimum 8–10 years' experience in electrical design engineering, preferably in mining, oil & gas, utilities, or heavy industry sectors. Strong knowledge of LV and HV electrical systems, equipment specifications, and design practices. Proficient in electrical design tools such as AutoCAD, EPLAN, ETAP or PowerTools. Sound understanding of AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 3008, AS/NZS 61439, and other relevant standards. Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. Proven ability to manage design deliverables across multiple projects and meet deadlines. Current Australian driver’s licence. Current Australian working rights – Citizen / PR or Eligible Visa Desirable Experience & Skills Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or Registered Professional Engineer (RPEQ / RPEV). Experience in site-based engineering, commissioning, or construction support. Exposure to hazardous area classification and design (AS/NZS 60079). Familiarity with digital engineering tools and design automation. What We Offer At Frontline Automation, we recognise that people are our most invaluable asset. We foster a workplace culture built on integrity, trust and support and put people and work-life balance first. We offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package that recognises your talent and rewards your loyalty and contribution. You’ll share in the company’s success and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment in which for you to succeed. A competitive remuneration package. Employee bonus and reward schemes. Exclusive employee discounts and offers. Flexible, open work policy. Ongoing mentoring and training for professional development and career progression. Employee assistance program for employees and their families. Regular team building and social events. Additional incentives offered for Port Hedland-based residential roles. Apply Now

This role offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of operational technology and digital innovation, supporting real-time decision-making and operational efficiency across complex industrial systems. < Back Lead OT SCADA/MES Engineer 22 Mar 2025 Apply Now Job Type Permanent - Full-time Workspace Hybrid Location(s) Perth WA, Australia About the Role Frontline Automation are seeking a skilled SCADA/MES Specialist Engineer to design, implement, and support supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and manufacturing execution system (MES) solutions for industrial operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation systems, data integration, and real-time monitoring, with a focus on delivering reliable and scalable solutions aligned with operational and business objectives. Perth-based and/or Port Hedland residential options available. Key Responsibilities Design, configure, and maintain SCADA and MES systems to support production, monitoring, and reporting functions. Develop custom dashboards, HMI screens, and reports using SCADA and MES platforms (e.g. Ignition, AVEVA Plant/Citect SCADA, Wonderware, Simplicity, etc.). Integrate SCADA/MES with PLCs, DCS, historians, databases, and ERP systems to enable seamless data flow and system functionality. Lead system upgrades, expansions, and patch management in coordination with IT and operational stakeholders. Implement and maintain data acquisition and analysis tools to support performance monitoring, quality control, and traceability. Collaborate with engineering, operations, and IT teams to deliver robust and secure industrial automation solutions. Ensure compliance with cybersecurity best practices and applicable standards. Provide technical documentation, training, and support to end users and maintenance teams. Troubleshoot and resolve SCADA/MES-related issues in a timely and effective manner. Support system validation, factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and commissioning activities. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Computer Systems, or Software Engineering (or equivalent). Minimum 5 years’ experience in SCADA/MES engineering in industrial environments (e.g. mining, oil & gas, manufacturing, or utilities). Proficiency in at least one major SCADA platform and experience with MES implementation and integration. Solid understanding of industrial networking protocols (e.g. OPC UA/DA, Modbus, Ethernet/IP). Experience with SQL databases, scripting, and system architecture design. Familiarity with ISA-95 and ISA-88 standards and data modelling practices. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Current Australian driver’s licence. Australian citizenship or valid Australian work visa. Desirable Experience & Skills Strong proficiencies and certifications in Ignition, AVEVA Plant/Citect SCADA, and/or other relevant SCADA/MES systems or programming languages. Experience with cloud-based industrial platforms, data lakes, or IIoT technologies. Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks (e.g. IEC 62443) and OT/IT integration. Previous involvement in digital transformation or Industry 4.0 initiatives. What We Offer At Frontline Automation, we recognise that people are our most invaluable asset. We foster a workplace culture built on integrity, trust and support and put people and work-life balance first. We offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package that recognises your talent and rewards your loyalty and contribution. You’ll share in the company’s success and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment in which for you to succeed. A competitive remuneration package. Employee bonus and reward schemes. Exclusive employee discounts and offers. Flexible, open work policy. Ongoing mentoring and training for professional development and career progression. Employee assistance program for employees and their families. Regular team building and social events. Additional incentives offered for Port Hedland-based residential roles. Apply Now

This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven engineer to take a technical leadership role in delivering high-impact control systems projects, with hands-on involvement across the entire project lifecycle. < Back Senior Control Systems Engineer 22 Mar 2025 Apply Now Job Type Permanent - Full-time Workspace Hybrid Location(s) Perth WA, Australia About the Role We are seeking a self-motivated Senior Control Systems Engineer with practical, hands-on industry experience to fulfil a full-time, hybrid role supporting our largely Port Hedland centric client-base and rapidly growing portfolio of works. The successful candidate will enjoy a flexible working environment and accelerated professional development and career advancement through exposure to a diverse range of challenging work experiences and opportunities in the industrial automation space. Perth-based, Port Hedland residential and/or fixed roster FIFO options available. Key Responsibilities Consultation with clients to establish requirements and scope of works. Taking a leading role in the design, development, implementation and commissioning of high-quality engineering solutions that meet or exceed our customers’ requirements. Identify and execute optimisation, tuning and efficiency improvements for process plants, mobile machines and fixed plant mining equipment to maximise plant efficiency, reliability, availability and throughput. Provide expert troubleshooting and technical support across various sites and business functions including to Operations, Maintenance, Engineering and Project teams. Conduct proof testing and compliance auditing of electrical, instrumentation and control systems against asset integrity plans, standards and safety specifications. Travel to client Sites (within WA) for integration, commissioning and support activities on an as-needed basis. Requirements Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical, Mechatronic, or similar). Minimum 5 years’ relevant industry experience. Proficiency with major PLC/SCADA platforms (e.g. Rockwell, Schneider, Siemens, Citect, Ignition). Strong technical proficiency with IEC 61131-3 standard programming languages (ie. LD, FBD, ST, SFC, etc.). Strong understanding of industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, etc.). Proven ability to work autonomously in remote and high-pressure environments. Sound knowledge of AS/NZS standards, functional safety, and site commissioning protocols. Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and stakeholder communication skills. Current Australian driver’s licence. Australian citizenship or valid Australian work visa. Desirable Experience & Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and formulate appropriate courses of action and recommendations. Client focused with strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt to changing priorities, work independently, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Functional safety training and certification (TUV, FSEng, CFSP, CFSE, etc.). Experience with Allen-Bradley and Schneider PLCs. Experience with CitectSCADA and Ignition. VVVF/VSD drive expertise. What We Offer At Frontline Automation, we recognise that people are our most invaluable asset. We foster a workplace culture built on integrity, trust and support and put people and work-life balance first. We offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package that recognises your talent and rewards your loyalty and contribution. You’ll share in the company’s success and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment in which for you to succeed. A competitive remuneration package. Employee bonus and reward schemes. Exclusive employee discounts and offers. Flexible, open work policy. Ongoing mentoring and training for professional development and career progression. Employee assistance program for employees and their families. Regular team building and social events. Additional incentives offered for Port Hedland-based residential roles. Apply Now

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Frontline Automation is a proud, Western Australian owned and operated company, established in 2022 and based in Port Hedland to provide locally based engineering consultancy services to the North West and Pilbara Regions. Our Story Frontline Automation is a proud, Western Australian-owned and operated company, established in 2022 and based in Port Hedland to provide locally based engineering consultancy services to the North West and Pilbara Regions. Ever since first arriving in Port Hedland in 2007, Frontline Automation's founder and director Chris Mansfield noted the distinct lack of representation and support in the region from critical control system service providers and the reluctance of the 'typical consultant' to leave the comfort of their Perth-based office . Having himself built a reputation for not being afraid to get his hands dirty and for going above and beyond to achieve quality, reliable outcomes for his clients, Chris founded Frontline Automation to break the mould of your typical engineering consultancy, taking a m ore hands on, collaborative and sustainable approach to deliver engineering s ervices and support directly to the Fr on tli ne of c lient operations. Frontline Automation are not your typical engineering consultancy. At Frontline Autom ation w e are most at home on-site, out in the field getting our hands dirty, not hidden away in some remote office. We are visible , approachable and w ork on-site , side-by-side with your people to share ideas , upskill and promote knowledge retention . As a locally-owned and operated company, we understand the specific challenges and opportunities facing businesses in our community and are dedicated to supporting the growth and success of our community whilst building strong, long-term relationships with our clients. We pride ourselves on our commitment to customer satisfaction and strive to provide personalised, reliable, pragmatic, and cost-effective solutions that meet or exceed the unique needs of each of our clients. So if you're looking for a trusted and reliable automation and control systems partner that can help you stay ahead of the curve and achieve your goals whilst supporting local businesses and community, contact us today and experience the #FrontlineAdvantage . Acknowledgement of Country Frontline Automation would like to acknowledge the Kariyarra, Ngarla, and Nyamal people as the Traditional Custodians of Port Hedland. We recognise their strength and resilience and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. We extend that respect to all Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people of the local community, and recognise their rich cultures and their continuing connection to land and waters.

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