Control Room Operator - Renewables

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual for the role of Control Room Operator. This is a full-time position based in Canberra, Australia, reporting directly to the Control Room Manager.

Primary Responsibilities

• Remotely monitor renewable energy assets from the Control Center (APREC), ensuring compliance with AEMO (Australian Energy Market Operator) regulations, National Electricity Rules, safety protocols, and optimal performance.
• Monitor equipment, substations, incidents, trips, and warnings, promptly responding to minimize operational disruptions.
• Actively follow up on required actions to resolve warnings, unavailabilities, underperformance, or other deviations with Remote O&M Control Rooms and Site Managers/Supervisors.
• Ensure assets meet energy targets, Generator Performance Standards, and other operational parameters.
• Execute remote maneuvers as instructed by the Market Operator (AEMO).
• Analyze data from SCADA systems and adjust power plant controls per regulations and operating plans.
• Communicate with Regional Managers and Site Managers to coordinate work and report serious incidents.
• Liaise with the Market Operator (AEMO) and Transmission Network Service Providers as per Operating Protocols.
• Record and report operational incidents.
• Implement Emergency Response Plans for assets.
• Manage supplier relationships, ensuring contractual obligations are met.
• Execute daily reporting activities and performance analysis tasks.
• Maintain Control Room Logbook records.
• Collaborate in developing procedures related to Control Room activities.

Trading Activities

• Monitor and analyze Energy markets to optimize positioning.
• Complete short, medium, and real-time availability bidding.
• Monitor auto-bidders, executing manual corrections as needed.
• Actively bid assets in Energy Markets when required.
• Execute short-term trading strategies.
• Collaborate with operators and traders on market-related initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and industry requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Vocational Educational Training (VET) or an Associate Degree, preferably in Electrical, Renewable, or IT.
• Training related to renewable technology, SCADA systems, and market activities.
• 2 years of experience in control and monitoring roles.
• Basic knowledge of generation plant operations (preferably renewable), Australian energy market, data analysis, and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Professional integrity, liaison capacity, active listening, self-awareness, efficient decision-making, and flexibility.

Our client offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth. If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about renewable energy, please apply for this exciting opportunity.