Spot Trader

3 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ENGIE Renewables Australia Pty Ltd Full time
Overview

We're seeking a dynamic and analytical Spot Trader to join our Energy Management team. This critical role is responsible for real-time optimisation and management of ENGIE's power and gas portfolios across the National Electricity Market (NEM), Declared Wholesale Gas Market (DWGM), and Short-Term Trading Market (STTM). You'll execute and support trading strategies, respond to market dynamics, and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks—all while maximising commercial outcomes and maintaining operational integrity.

Shift Work Hours This role requires working in scheduled shifts, which may include early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays. Shift patterns are designed to ensure 24/7 operational coverage and may rotate on a weekly or monthly basis. There are also day shifts where you will act as an operational optimiser and provide support to the duty trader.

Responsibilities
  • Optimise ENGIE's trading portfolio in real-time, responding to market signals and operational events.
  • Support and implement short-term trading strategies across electricity and gas markets.
  • Collaborate with generation asset teams to support efficient operations.
  • Provide operational optimisation and support to the duty trader during day shifts.
  • Participate in a rotating shift roster to ensure 24/7 market coverage.
Compliance
  • Ensure trading activities align with market rules, regulations, and internal risk limits.
  • Support regulatory and compliance teams in managing evolving obligations.
About YouQualifications & Education
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Engineering, Economics, Finance, Commerce or Mathematics.
Skills & Experience
  • Knowledge of energy trading, operations, or portfolio management.
  • Interest in understanding physical spot markets and energy market mechanisms—preferably within the Australian context.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel and knowledge of energy trading platforms.
  • Ability to perform under pressure and manage competing priorities.

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in accelerating the energy transition. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. All applications are screened based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without any regard to origin, age, carers responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, marital status, health, disability or political opinions. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people of the LGBTIQA+ community are encouraged to apply. Our differences are our strengths.

Business Unit: GEMS

Division: GEMS - BP AUSTRALIA

Legal Entity: ENGIE ENERGY MARKETING AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Professional Experience: Skilled (>3 experience


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