Technical Writer, Power Systems

Division: Operations 

Department: Near-Time Operations 

Reference number: 13079 

Engagement type: Fixed Term Contract

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 

The Near-Time Operations department includes the functions of Operational Forecasting, Operations Planning, Congestion & Grid Engineering, and Market Operations & Analytics. It is responsible for providing real time support functions for the secure and reliable management of the National Electricity Market (NEM).

You will work alongside technical subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop and maintain high quality power system operating procedures and technical reports that will be used by AEMO’s Operations division. This will include providing technical documentation support that will be used in ensuring the security and reliability of the National Electricity Market and the power system by AEMO’s electricity control rooms.

This is a twelve-month, fixed term contract.

What you will be doing  

• Update and maintain power system operating procedures and technical reports that support AEMO’s electricity control rooms functions, working alongside technical SMEs.


• Manage the update/review/approval/publish workflow process of power system operating procedures and technical reports, co-ordinating across multiple technical teams as required.


• Provide support for the PAWS system, including managing access, associated updates and workflow processes.


• Develop and maintain an audit function for power system operating procedures and technical reports.


• Lead, develop, and maintain a set of best practice technical documentation principles.

What you will bring to the role  

• Relevant tertiary qualifications (preferably in Electrical Engineering with a power system focus) or equivalent relevant discipline.


• Experience working in the energy industry in information development, technical writing or similar. Experience in Utilities or similar regulatory environment will be considered.


• Demonstrated ability to analyse, interpret, summarise, and develop new information and knowledge artefacts.  


• Demonstrated knowledge of plain English principles, style guides and the separation of content and style.


• Proficient use of Microsoft Office product suite.

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]