Strategic Network Planning Expert

1 month ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia AusNet Services Ltd Full time
Job Description

AusNet Services Ltd - Lead Network Planning Engineer

Company Overview

AusNet Services Ltd is a leading provider of energy services in Victoria, Australia. We are committed to delivering safe and reliable energy solutions to our customers while contributing to a cleaner energy future.

Estimated Salary: $140,000 - $170,000 per annum

This role is based in Southbank and offers a hybrid split with flexible work arrangements.

Job Responsibilities
  • Lead comprehensive planning processes to assess network capabilities (long & short-term), emerging issues, and identify areas of the network where limitations exist or are expected to emerge in the future.
  • Develop network solution and contingency plans to ensure the AusNet's network maintains bushfire safety compliance with Rapid Earth Fault Current Limiter (REFCL) technology.
  • Contribute to demand and energy forecasts, Distribution Loss Factors, fault level forecasts, and development plans for HV and LV networks.
  • Manage delivery of current and emerging non-network solutions required to reduce network demand and generation to avoid/defer network investment.
  • Advise on the appropriate solution(s) to address the needs of the network and customers using advanced commercial acumen, external stakeholder engagement, and understanding of regulatory models and new technologies.
Requirements
  • Relevant qualification and experience in Engineering.
  • Experience in contemporary electricity network planning, asset management practices, and overarching markets.
  • Proficiency in using electricity network analysis tools or relevant software, such as Sincal, PSS/E, PowerFactory, and/or PSCAD, and interpreting results.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously from conception to implementation and realisation of program objectives.
  • Sound knowledge of National Electricity Rules, the energy markets, and relevant laws, regulations, rules, licences, and agreements.
  • Understanding of primary plant, network protection, and control devices, with experience in functional design, testing, and commissioning of special protection schemes and remedial action schemes.
Benefits
  • Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work and flexible hours.
  • More than typical personal leave and a generous 14 weeks of paid parental leave.
  • A paid day to volunteer with Foodbank or for a cause that matters to you.
  • Perks like purchased leave, income protection insurance, novated leasing, corporate discounts, private health cover discounts, and more.
About Us

We celebrate unique voices, refreshing perspectives, and diversity in our team. Engage and connect through our social club, family day, wide range of events, or by joining one of our Employee Network Groups.



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