Engineering Technical Lead roles - Operations Planning

Division: Operations 

Department: Near-Time Operations 

Reference number: 13217 

Engagement type: Permanent

AEMO at the Heart of Energy

AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO’s purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians.  Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around character, commitment, and connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector.  

About the role

We currently have two roles for experienced Engineering Technical Leads to join the Operations Planning team. These are critical operational lead roles, which will provide leadership and expert technical operational advice in ensuring the security and reliability of the National Electricity Market and the power system. These roles will provide expert technical operational advice, develop plans and procedures for the electricity control rooms, manage small to medium size projects, and manage a small to medium size team.

What you will be doing

• Provide expert analytical/technical input related to the preparation of operational analysis, advice, and instructions to AEMO’s electricity control rooms.


• Review the provision of short-term reserve assessment to ensure timely publication of relevant accurate information.


• Provide analytical input/expertise/preparation into working groups/consultations/projects/technical reports/documentation.


• Manage small to medium-sized projects autonomously, mentor and support technical team members when required.


• The successful candidate may be required to assist in both after hours and/or some duty manager role as appropriate.

What you will bring to the role

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering or equivalent relevant discipline or work experience.


• Understanding of the power system and data management/analytical tools/automated solutions/IT systems, with the ability to apply this knowledge to solve technical problems is highly desirable.


• Ability to manage a team of professional engineers/technical experts over a range of operational issues.


• Ability to communicate both verbally and written in a clear, accurate and concise manner.


• Project management skills, including management of timelines, resources, risks, and forward mitigation measures.

In return some of our benefits to you 

• Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave options


• Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.


• Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.


• Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).


• Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Our Process

At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing us at [email protected]