Systems & Platform Analyst

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• Full time permanent opportunity | CBD Location | Close to Public Transport
• Drive innovation in energy with IoT, data, and high-impact platform solutions

Join a team that's All Kinds of Useful

At Origin, being useful is more than a tagline - it's how we approach work every day. As a collective, we're a team that thrives on finding better ways, working together, and owning our impact. From powering homes to delivering award-winning internet and helping to lead Australia's energy transition. If you're driven by purpose and excited to be part of something bigger, we'd love to have you on the journey.

About the role:

As a Systems and Platform Analyst, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping and supporting Origin's generation platform systems, including Aveva PI and cutting-edge IoT technologies.

You'll design and deliver reliable, high-performing solutions that optimise operations, enhance data insights, and support critical business outcomes. Working closely with technology and operations teams, you'll solve complex challenges, drive innovation, and ensure our platforms are secure, scalable, and future-ready.

• Design, develop, and maintain integrated generation platform systems, including Aveva PI, cloud, IoT, and industrial data services.
• Configure, monitor, and support PI interfaces, adapters, and OPC connections to ensure seamless and reliable data flow.
• Provide technical leadership on system architecture, networking, and integration patterns, with a focus on performance, security, and compliance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex integration and network issues, implementing long-term, sustainable solutions.
• Collaborate with business, operations, and technology teams to translate requirements into secure, high-performing solutions.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies to drive improvements in integration, monitoring, and platform efficiency.

Skills & Requirements

• 5+ years' experience in technology or engineering roles with strong Windows troubleshooting and support expertise.
• Hands-on experience (3+ years) supporting Aveva/OSIsoft PI environments, including OPC interfaces, adapters, and SQL Server integration.
• Proficiency in scripting with languages such as PowerShell and Python to automate and optimise system operations.
• Solid knowledge of IoT technologies and integration patterns, ideally within power generation or industrial environments.
• Proven DevOps experience working with AWS services, CI/CD practices, and cloud-based architectures.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear messages for non-technical stakeholders.

So, why join us?

• 20 weeks of paid leave for primary carers with flexible return options.
• Thrive in a culture of personal and professional growth.
• Enjoy a central CBD location with access to parking and public transport.
• Purchase up to four additional weeks of leave annually.
• Engage in opportunities through the Origin Foundation to support your community.
• Powering your career with unbeatable perks - Get discounted electricity, gas, and internet as an Origin employee.
• Explore unique and cost-effective employee EV Car subscriptions.

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we're powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you.

Here's a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.