Manager - RCM Reforms

Division: Western Australia & Strategy 

Department: WA Market Development & Energy Procurement 

Reference number: 12488 

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 role  

AEMO in Western Australia is implementing comprehensive changes to the Wholesale Electricity Market and our operation of the South West Interconnected System, to better plan and forecast system needs, build the capability to operate with increasing levels of intermittent generation and encourage investment in the new facilities necessary to meet increasing demand and replace retiring thermal generation.   

Representing a planned investment of $25m over a 3-year period, the Reserve Capacity Mechanism (RCM) Review Program is a significant undertaking to support the energy transition, implementing state government reforms to incentivise the investment in generation and demand side capacity needed to maintain reliability as demand for power grows and generation shifts towards intermittent renewable sources.   

What you will be doing  

• Lead the RCM Program, driving collaboration between the various teams needed to deliver the outcome including core business teams, supporting functions and external delivery partners. 
• Develop business cases / investment briefs on behalf of the GM Sponsor, and act as a spokesperson for the program, communicate its purpose and progress, and champion its accomplishments. 
• Support Product Owners and Subject Matter Experts to identify and prioritise business capabilities required to deliver the business objectives and troubleshoot challenges as they arise.  
• Support Change Managers to assess change impacts to business functions and develop appropriate management approach, and Project Managers to develop estimates, establish key milestones, and define the testing and release approach. 
• As the role evolves, manage a small team of early career professionals to support the MD&EP teams during periods of peak activity (noting 0-1 direct reports initially).  

What you will bring to the role  

• Relevant  experience of the Western Australian energy sector, including the Wholesale Electricity Market. 
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, a collaborative approach and ability to lead through influence. 
• Pragmatic and able to make effective trade off and risk management decisions, focused on overall business outcomes. 
• Strategic thinker able to see the 'big picture'. 
• Able to navigate ambiguity and uncertainty, and to work in a matrixed structure.  

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