Manager, Victorian System Resilience

Manager, Victorian System Resilience & Performance
Overview

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 once-in-a-lifetime 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.

The role oversees short-term transition planning to ensure Victoria's power system remains secure, reliable and resilient as coal generation retires. This requires project planning experience. Hybrid working and excellent culture & benefits are available with Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney or Adelaide as location options. Significant experience in power system planning & operation of electricity systems is required. Strong stakeholder skills and deep knowledge of the electricity market.

Responsibilities

• Leading technical services to integrate network assets and system services into Victoria's Declared Shared Network, coordinating projects from Planning through to Delivery.
• Overseeing network and system performance monitoring, ensuring operational issues inform Network Planning to strengthen power system resilience.
• Providing expert technical advice to VicGrid and the Victorian Government on the operational shift from thermal generation to high renewable penetration.
• Building and empowering a high-performing team of seven, role modelling AEMO's values, and managing budget, compliance, risk, and workforce planning.
• Establishing strong stakeholder relationships and delivering agreed action plans that enhance engagement and support AEMO's strategic goals.

What You Will Bring To The Role

Education

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

Experience & Knowledge

• Significant industry experience in power system planning, with strong knowledge of power system modelling, analysis, and primary plant design.
• Proven track record leading geographically dispersed teams through transformation, delivering high-quality outcomes, and reporting to senior management.
• Demonstrated capability in project planning, reporting, and delivery, ensuring timely completion to agreed quality standards.
• Advanced consulting and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and negotiate complex technical matters.
• In-depth understanding of the political, legal, and regulatory environment of the energy sector, including AEMO's unique Victorian jurisdictional roles and obligations.

Benefits

• 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.
• Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
• Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).
• Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Our Process

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 to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing us at talent@aemo.com.au

Role details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Utilities

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