Senior and Experienced Network Ops Power System Engineer

About ElectraNet

ElectraNet builds, owns, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network which delivers the energy South Australians rely on to power our homes, businesses and communities. Our employees describe our culture as one that is supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented, where we genuinely want each other to succeed.

Employee Benefits

ElectraNet is committed to empowering our people and recognising their contribution with a competitive remuneration package starting at $147,000 base salary + superannuation + bonus for Experienced Network Operations Power System Engineer and starting at $168,000 + superannuation + bonus for Senior Network Operations Power System Engineer.

In addition, we are proud to offer:

Performance bonus eligibility of up to 15%

Flexible and remote working arrangements including regular work from home

5 weeks of annual leave per year

15 days personal/carers leave per year

16 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer or 4 weeks as the secondary carer

Additional paid volunteering

Flexibility to utilise public holiday leave entitlements for other cultural celebrations

Payment of Engineers Australia membership (Engineers and associated professionals only)

Support achieving Chartered Status with Engineers Australia (Engineers only)

Visit our careers page to read more about our employee benefits.

Beyond the benefits, discover a rewarding career with:

• Exciting and impactful projects across South Australia.

• A welcoming and inclusive company culture with a strong team spirit.

• Exceptional opportunities for career development and ongoing support.

• Support for professional certifications and memberships.

• Regular social events and team activities.

The Opportunity

ElectraNet is seeking either an Experienced and/or Senior Network Operations Power System Engineer to contribute to the secure and reliable operation of South Australia's high-voltage transmission network based in Adelaide, South Australia.

Joining our Network Operations and Security team as an Experienced or Senior Operational Power System Engineers you will have exposure and skills in either/or/both:

Near Real Time Studies:

Perform transmission outage assessments for 14 days ahead using Energy Management System (EMS) applications.

Provide timely, practical advice to real-time control room operators and outage planning teams to support safe and reliable system operation.

Communicate and coordinate closely with the control room, asset engineering, maintenance, project delivery, and operational technology teams.

Engage with external stakeholders, including AEMO, SA Power Networks, and connected customers, to support effective outage planning and assessments.

Contribute to weekly network operational reporting meetings and support the development of contingency plans and operating instructions.

Monitor and report on power system compliance and assist in incident investigations and post-fault analysis.

AND/OR

EMS Modelling:

Develop, augment, and implement accurate and reliable electrical models and applications within the EMS.

Perform detailed validation, testing, and quality assurance of model changes before release into production.

Collaborate closely with the Operational Technology team to ensure seamless integration with real-time systems, including SCADA and telemetry infrastructure.

Work with external stakeholders (AEMO, SA Power Networks, connected customers) to support data alignment, model accuracy, and system readiness.

Maintain and enhance the real-time system's transmission network model and associated databases.

Support operational data flows and ensure model changes meet compliance and operational requirements.

As a part of the Network Operations team these are the key pillars of delivery you will have opportunity to work across. We are looking for Operational Power Systems Engineers that have experience in either of these realms.

Senior Power System Engineer

As a senior member of the team, you will

Lead technical initiatives and mentor team members.

Contribute to strategic planning and operational priorities.

Provide expert advice on system security and network performance.

Collaborate with AEMO and internal teams to establish network limits and contingency plans.

Drive improvements in compliance, modelling, and reporting systems.

Experienced Power System Engineer

As an experienced engineer, you will:

Conduct security and reliability assessments for planned and unplanned events.

Develop contingency plans and operating instructions.

Monitor compliance and assist in incident investigations.

Maintain real-time transmission network models and performance databases.

Support reporting and provide operational feedback for future planning.

About You

We are seeking motivated and proactive individuals with strong customer focus and excellent communication skills. Depending on the level of the role, you will bring the following:

For Senior Power System Engineer

Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering or a relevant discipline;

Minimum 7 years' experience in an operational engineering role, with demonstrated capability in network operations.

Comprehensive understanding of legislated industry requirements and compliance obligations.

Comprehensive understanding of system reliability and operational network performance.

Proficiency in Energy Management Systems (EMS), PSS/E, and other specialist analysis tools.

Chartered status or eligibility for Engineers Australia membership highly regarded.

For Experienced Power System Engineer

Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

Minimum 5 years' experience in an operational engineering role within the electricity industry.

Advanced analytical, investigation, and problem-solving skills in real-time operations.

Strong understanding of system reliability, substation and network components, and their operation.

Proficiency in interpreting and processing network performance data and providing actionable operational advice.

How To Apply

Please apply online via our careers page before Wednesday 12 November 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews and appointments may occur prior to the closing date. Applicants can also register for job alerts via our careers page.

Position Description for Senior Network Ops Power System Engineer can be obtained by clicking here.

Position Description for Experienced Network Ops Power System Engineer can be obtained by clicking here.

Successful applicant will be required to undergo background checks. These checks may include global criminal history checks, reference checks, and validation of qualifications, employment history, Australian work rights, and any additional checks depending on the role.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. ElectraNet is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people bring to our team.