Project Coordinator

Division : Digital

Department : Cyber Security

Reference number : 12516

Engagement type : Fixed Term Contract

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract position based in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, or Perth.

AEMO at the Heart of Energy

AEMO is Australia's independent energy system, market operator, and system planner. Our purpose is to ensure safe, reliable, and affordable energy today and to enable the energy transition for all Australians. With a commitment to a net-zero economy by 2050, we are at the forefront of shaping the future of energy systems.

Join us in contributing to this significant transition in the energy sector

About the Team & the Position

As the nation's energy market operator, we prioritize cyber security. AEMO is recognized as a leader in effective cyber security within the energy sector domestically and internationally.

The Energy Markets Cyber Coordination (EMCC) team manages cyber security functions under the electricity rules to enhance the security of grids and markets operated by AEMO.

As the Project Coordinator, you will support the EMCC Ways of Working (EWoW), coordinate stakeholder meetings, support operational efficiency, and maintain tools like Jira and Confluence. You will also assist with procurement processes and cyber exercises, applying your cyber security and project management knowledge to facilitate collaboration within the cyber department and digital domain.

Position Responsibilities

• Track and update workload requests, schedules, milestones, and tasks across EMCC streams.
• Manage Jira boards and Confluence spaces, ensuring timely updates and documentation.
• Organize and support meetings, forums, and workshops, including logistics and post-meeting follow-up.
• Maintain document version control, risk and issue registers, in line with governance requirements.
• Review project proposals, monitor workload pipelines, and report on ongoing delivery status.
• Document and track risks affecting project scope, quality, time, and budget.
• Manage procurement workflows, raise purchase orders, and process invoices using Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Record problems, manage resolutions, and disseminate lessons learned.

Position Requirements

Skills & Experience :

• Experience in project coordination, administration, or PMO support, preferably within cybersecurity, energy, or regulated industries.
• Knowledge of procurement, project management, financial management, scheduling, and resource planning.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail across multiple workstreams.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar enterprise systems.
• Experience supporting teams using SharePoint, Jira, and Confluence.
• Excellent communication skills for documentation and stakeholder engagement.
• Familiarity with the energy sector, critical infrastructure, or government cybersecurity programs.
• Preferred: Knowledge of security frameworks relevant to the energy sector, willingness to travel interstate, and flexible working hours.

Must be an Australian citizen eligible for a national security clearance.

Education / Certifications :

• Tertiary qualifications in computer science, business administration, project management, or related fields, or equivalent industry experience.
• Desirable: Foundation-level project management certifications such as CAPM, AIM CERT IV, or Agile PM.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements, including remote, part-time, job share, and hybrid options.
• Opportunities for professional development, project involvement, industry networking, and study assistance.
• Up to 4 days of volunteering leave annually.
• Potential annual performance bonuses (eligibility applies).
• Wellness programs, discounted health insurance, gym perks, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Our Process

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, neurodivergence, and Indigenous Australians. Please inform us of any accessibility needs during the application or interview process by emailing us.