Strategic Planning Engineer

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Energy Queensland Full time

Strategic Planning Engineer

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  • Permanent opportunity to join EQL's Network Development team
  • Opportunity to sit in Toowoomba, Brisbane, Hervey Bay, or Townsville
  • Starting rates - 9 day fortnight: $140,751; 10 day fortnight: $159, % super

Want to make a difference? Join us to help achieve the Net Zero by 2050 target while enjoying a healthy work-life balance and career advancement opportunities.

Even if you haven't heard of Energy Queensland (EQL) you might know our operational brands - Energex, Ergon Energy Network, Ergon Energy Retail and Yurika. As a group, we are growing rapidly and as part of the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan (QEJP), actively helping to advance the energy transition towards net zero.

The Role:

As the Strategic Planning Engineer sitting within Grid Planning (Network Development), you will be responsible for providing expertise in advanced network modelling and power system analysis to support and develop strategic network plans and tools broadly for the Grid Planning group.

This includes development of new network planning techniques and automated systems to simulate existing and future networks, as well as assessing emerging technologies which could support strategic planning of EQL's networks. Spatial forecasts and strategic area plans will consider traditional load growth as well as new technologies such as Photovoltaic Systems (PVs), Electric Vehicles (EVs), and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

This position also supports development of planning standards and delivery of regulatory reporting requirements and considers how these will influence and impact the long-term planning of the network.

You will develop and implement modelling systems, reporting functions, and network planning and analysis tools that will enable you to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of network planning techniques.

With flexi-working and a 9 or 10 day fortnight in place, the bottom of the salary band from starts from $140,751 for 9 days and $159,049 for 10 days + 12.75% superannuation. The level of payment will be subject to an assessment of the successful applicant's knowledge, skills and competencies that are required in this position. Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Energy Queensland Union Collective Agreement 2020.

For more information about this role, click on the position description link located at the bottom of the page.

About You:

In addition to your Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology (or equivalent), you will have a basic to intermediate knowledge of power systems, network modelling, and network planning.

On top of your experience, you will also have the aptitude and attitude to learn, grow, and develop your engineering and inter-personal skills in a well-supported team.

Experience in LV network planning would be advantageous.

Most importantly, you will strongly align with our values: We're Safe – We Belong – We Grow – We Deliver.

Why work with us?

Energy Queensland is the group of electricity distribution, retail, and energy services businesses 100% owned by the state of Queensland. We deliver electricity across Queensland through our 'poles and wires' businesses Energex and Ergon Energy Network. Our retailer, Ergon Energy Retail sells this electricity to customers throughout regional Queensland. And these essential service activities are supported by a range of innovative products and services delivered through our Yurika brand.
It's an exciting time to join us and to be involved in the energy sector, so consider us for your next career move, where you will experience:

  • Secure employment backed by a strong collective agreement, with yearly EBA increases.
  • Strong 12.75% superannuation and the ability to earn more with salary sacrifice co- contributions.
  • Healthy work life balance on a 9-day fortnight roster if you choose this.
  • Opportunities for skills and career advancement with access to ongoing training and leadership programs and capacity to build and grow your skills.
  • A chance to give back with a paid employee volunteering program allowing our employees to support communities across QLD.
  • Support and guidance with access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and a mentoring program for professional support and guidance.
  • A Safety-First culture, the safety of our people, customers & communities is a core priority.
  • Reward and recognition with an internal reward and recognition program that includes an annual celebration of excellence.
  • Diversity and Inclusion where all employees can contribute towards multiple diversity and inclusion initiatives across our business


If you are ready to help us shape the future of energy, here's how to apply:

Applications will close at 5:00pm on Sunday 2nd June 2024.

To apply follow the instructions via the BEGIN button, where you will be redirected to the job listing on Energy Queensland's careers portal. Please submit your application with your most recent resume.

For additional information on this role, or to further understand the recruitment process, please contact Lauren Gormley-Blears (Recruitment Advisor) via lauren.gormley-

We value the differences individuals contribute to our workforce and encourage a diverse range of applicants to apply. Click here to view more information on diversity and inclusion at Energy Queensland.

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