Operational Technology & Controls Specialist

At Cavendish Farms, our Waste Water Treatment and Biogas operations rely on highly integrated automation, control, and network systems to operate safely, efficiently, and securely.

We are seeking an Operational Technology & Controls Specialist to support and enhance the site's industrial control systems, networks, cybersecurity controls, and automation infrastructure. In this role, you'll work closely with operations, maintenance, electricians, IT teams, and external vendors to ensure the reliability, security, and performance of critical plant systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced industrial controls, electrician or networking professional who enjoys troubleshooting complex systems, driving continuous improvement, and leading technology upgrades in a manufacturing environment. #LI-LP1

• Salary: $70,000 - $80,000

• Application Deadline: October 26th, 20206

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support the operational technology (OT) infrastructure across the Waste Water Treatment and Biogas facilities. 

• Troubleshoot automation, controls, and network issues to minimize downtime and drive effective root cause analysis. 

• Provide programming, configuration, and technical support for PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and related control technologies. 

• Monitor, maintain, and imp

• Perform minor electrical, instrumentation, and control system maintenance to support production and equipment reliability.

• rove the reliability and security of operational technology hardware, software, and industrial network infrastructure. 

• Support operational technology cybersecurity initiatives, including vulnerability assessments, remediation activities, access management, and incident response. 

• Liaise between Operations, Maintenance, IT, and external vendors for operational technology-related systems and projects. 

• Lead or support OT equipment lifecycle management, including upgrades, replacements, firmware updates, and obsolescence projects. 

• Support the implementation of new technologies, automation solutions, and capital projects within the facility. 

• Assist in developing and maintaining technical documentation, standards, and best practices for operational technology systems and controls.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Industrial Electrician, Red Seal Instrumentation & Control Technician, Industrial Programmer/Automation Technologist, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.