Manager, Victorian System Planning

Division: System Design

Department: Victorian Planning & Connections

Reference number: 12502

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 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.

Shape Victoria's energy future — drive network planning. Strong project planning experience and ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholder groups. Influential role to develop the State's transmission plan. Hybrid working with a culture and benefits including bonus. Location options: Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney or Adelaide.

About The Role

Reporting into the Group Manager Victorian Planning & Connections, the Manager, Victorian System Planning, leads a team of approximately ten, delivering high-quality network planning insights and technical advisory services for the Victorian declared transmission system. The role identifies necessary investments to support the power system's transition to net zero emissions and enable the connection of new generation and loads, working closely with VicGrid, other AEMO divisions, network service providers, industry, and government stakeholders.

This pivotal role shapes AEMO's contribution to providing safe, reliable, and affordable energy while enabling the energy transition for all Australians. The Manager fosters an inclusive, engaged, and high-performing team, leading with integrity, compassion, and authenticity.

This position can be based out of our Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide offices noting that at least quarterly travel will be required if you do not reside in Melbourne.

Applications close Monday 1 September 2025 – 5pm.

• Deliver Victorian Transmission Network Service Provider (TNSP) planning obligations, including the Victorian Annual Planning Report (VAPR), Annual Fault Level Review (AFLR), system security planning, and network augmentation needs.
• Provide strategic and technical advice on Victorian transmission planning to internal teams and key external stakeholders.
• Lead joint planning with VicGrid distributors, other TNSPs, and AEMO's Integrated System Plan team.
• Oversee technical services for Victorian connections and advisory support for VicGrid and the Victorian Government.
• Build and lead a high-performing, inclusive team while managing budgets, risks, compliance, and stakeholder relationships.

The Manager will champion engineering and infrastructure planning to shape Victoria's electricity network for net zero, consolidating diverse stakeholder plans into a single, published transmission plan while fostering strong industry relationships. Your experience may come from the energy sector, electricity infrastructure and/or transport with electrical engineering.

Education

• Appropriate tertiary and/or postgraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline (for example, engineering)

Experience & Knowledge

• Significant experience in power system planning, with strong understanding of technical issues in electricity system planning and operations.
• Proven leadership of geographically dispersed teams through transformation, delivering high-quality outcomes and reporting to senior management.
• Strong track record in project planning, reporting, and delivery to agreed timelines and quality standards.
• Advanced consulting and communication skills, with ability to engage diverse stakeholders and negotiate complex technical matters.
• In-depth knowledge of the political, legal, and regulatory environment of the energy industry.

• 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
• Up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year
• Annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility)
• Wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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, please let us know by emailing talent@aemo.com.au