Senior Analyst

Senior Analyst
Department : System Design

Division: Forecasting

Reference number: 12611

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 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.

About The Team
AEMO's Market Operability team is seeking a Senior Analyst to deliver energy modelling and analysis for the east coast gas and electricity systems. In this role, you'll contribute to the Gas Statement of Opportunities (GSOO) and operability forecasts for the Integrated System Plan, helping shape the future of the National Electricity Market.

About The Role
As Senior Analyst, you'll shape critical energy forecasts by developing models, refining data inputs, and communicating insights to a range of stakeholders. Leveraging advanced modelling techniques for gas and electricity markets, you'll help optimise system reliability and support the evolution of the Integrated System Plan.

What You Will Be Doing

• Support and lead the development of publication content.
• Undertake gas and electricity market modelling and analysis.
• Interpret and justify simulation outcomes, draw conclusions, and provide robust recommendations
• Engage effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure work is discussed and coordinated across teams.
• Communicating analytical insights to a broad audience, including senior management and external stakeholders.
• Provide support to team members and other teams across AEMO, discuss, critique and QA modelling work and analysis.

What You Will Bring To The Role

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in mathematics, economics, data science, physics or engineering.
• Extensive experience in energy market simulation software (preferably PLEXOS) and forecasting tools and processes.
• Experience working on small analytical teams to deliver quality outcomes on time.
• Experience in economic assessment techniques and power system reliability assessments.
• Knowledge or experience in the regulatory and investment framework for energy markets.
• Experience writing technical reports and other documents that convey modelling outcomes and complex analysis in simple terms.

In Return Some Of Our Benefits To You

• 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

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