Energy Trading and Compliance Lead

With approximately 6,500 employees across six continents, our rich diversity, unmatched vertical integration model, and unparalleled operational and technical expertise across the value chain, position Tronox as the preeminent titanium dioxide producer in the world.

We're committed to our people, our customers, and our communities. With a broad global reach and deep local roots, we embrace and celebrate the unique character and culture of every place we call home. From the west coast of Australia to the east coast of the U.S., from Europe to South Africa, and from mines to research and development labs, we bring the same passion to work in every location, everywhere, every day.

Tronox is currently recruiting a regional Energy Trading & Compliance Lead to join our Kwinana Pigment Processing facility, approx. 35-minute drive south of Perth on a full-time basis

The Energy Trading & Compliance Lead will play a central role in managing Tronox's energy portfolio, ensuring optimal performance, regulatory compliance, and commercial value.

Energy Trading & Market Participation

• Execute and coordinate gas nominations in line with timelines and operational forecasts.

• Monitor real-time electricity market data and price movements to inform trading decisions.

• Track site operational data to identify dispatchable loads and flexibility for electricity market programs.

Electricity Compliance & Risk Mitigation

• Ensure Tronox compliance with ERA and Wholesale Electricity Market (WEM) obligations.

• Act as the single point of accountability for energy market compliance, reporting to the Tronox Australia Energy Market Sub-Committee.

Strategic Energy Support & Program Participation

• Monitor WEM bulletins and regulatory updates for new revenue opportunities or rule changes.

• Assess eligibility and prepare business cases for participation in programs such as Demand Side Response, Supplementary Reserve Capacity, and Capacity Credits.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and third parties to deliver energy-related value initiatives across Tronox sites.

• Contribute to long-term energy planning, including renewables integration and decarbonisation strategies.

Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination

• Liaise regularly with internal teams (Operations, Supply Chain, Finance) to align energy strategies with business objectives.

• Engage with external stakeholders including gas suppliers, AEMO, and ERA.

• Coordinate with Operations and Engineering to validate technical feasibility for energy programs and trading strategies.

Reporting & Governance

• Lead or support regulatory audits and contract reviews.

• Develop and maintain energy trading and compliance strategy documents.

• Support budgeting and forecasting processes for energy costs and savings.

About You

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, or equivalent relevant experience in energy markets. (essential)

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in energy trading, portfolio management, or regulatory compliance. (essential)

• Proven ability to deliver commercial value through trading strategies and compliance oversight.

• Experience working with energy infrastructure assets such as cogeneration, renewables, or dispatchable loads is desirable.

• Certification in energy trading or regulatory compliance (e.g., AEMO, ERA) is advantageous.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong understanding of Australian energy markets, including gas and electricity trading mechanisms.

• Solid knowledge of regulatory frameworks, particularly Wholesale Electricity Market (WEM) and ERA obligations.

• Analytical mindset with commercial acumen to identify trading opportunities and manage risk.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work across internal teams and manage third-party suppliers.

• Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining governance and compliance processes.

In return for your commitment, you will be offered a competitive salary and benefits package that includes;

• Work-Life Balance, Your Way: Enjoy a 38-hour workweek with the option for a compressed 9-day fortnight—more long weekends, anyone? 
• Celebrate Your Wins: Be eligible for the Tronox bonus scheme because your hard work deserves recognition 
• Boost your Super: Enjoy 13% Superannuation 
• Long Service, sooner: Early access to Long Service Leave at 5 years (pro-rata)
• Peace of Mind: Company paid salary continuance, journey, TPD & life insurances
• More Time for You: Top up your holidays with our annual leave purchase program
• Health & Wellness Perks: Annual health related programs and benefits 
• Extend you learning: Access to LinkedIn Learning for professional development

Ready to Get Started?

We look forward to hearing from you. Click the "Quick Apply" button above to begin the application process today.

Applications close on 9 December 2025.

Tronox is committed to building and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We encourage all suitable candidates to apply.  

Tronox reserves the right to remove the job postings prior to the stated closing date. If you are interested in applying in this position, please submit your application as soon as possible.