Gas Operations Manager

**About the role**:
Reporting to the General Manager - Energy Markets, this role will be responsible for the sourcing and supply security of natural gas requirements to maximise overall value for the business.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Manage all-natural gas supply, purchase, network and service agreements to deliver the best commercial outcomes for the business
- Monitor natural gas prices and facilitating ‘value in use’ discussions
- Formulate, execute and manage sourcing strategies for gas and environmental products that align with long-term sustainability and cost-efficiency goals
- Manage the end-to-end process of negotiation, development and formation/ preparation of contracts for supply, transportation and storage of natural gas
- Contribute to external energy and climate change policy advocacy

This role will require some weekend work.

To be successful in this role you will have:

- Formal qualifications in Engineering, Commerce, or a related discipline
- Previous experience in gas trading and operations in the Australian market, including co-ordination of activities with AEMO pipeline operators and other market participants.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to deliver on strict deadlines
- Strong reporting skills - SQL and Power BI experience ideal
- Ability to work independently, multi-task and possess strong commercial acumen
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to co-ordinate and engage relevant internal and external stakeholders

**Key Benefits**:
Below are some of our key central benefits that are available to all employees. Other benefits may be available depending on your role or site.
- **Employee Benefits Program**: discounts for employees, friends and family on a huge selection of products and services from a variety of brands including Samsung, Coles, Harvey Norman, Village Cinemas, Dick Smith, Vodafone, Thrifty and many more.
- **Corporate rates for private health insurance**: Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees.
- **Employee Assistance Program**: Converge International, our EAP, offers confidential, professional and free counselling and support resources in areas such as marriage/family difficulties, interpersonal conflict, stress, depression or anxiety, alcohol and/or drug dependencies, grief, loss or trauma and workplace problems.

**About us**:
**SIMEC Energy** supports GFG Alliance’s energy needs for its Australian steel making and mining operations, through sourcing of electricity and gas on the energy markets, as well as through energy generation, renewable energy and efficiency projects.

**Why work here?**:
We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on **three pillars** that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.
- **Work with a greater purpose**: Join us in the pursuit of a sustainable future as we progress our ambition to become carbon-neutral. You will contribute to a legacy that not only helps to build our nation but sustains our environment for future generations. Embrace a culture where differences are celebrated, innovation is embraced and valuing everyone's unique perspectives contributes to our transformation.
- **Work well** - live better: We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life. Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters. You’ll thrive not only in your career with us, but beyond.
- **Build your own future**: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected. You’ll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential. The possibilities are limitless.

We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.

**We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.