Project Manager Power System Security Department : Operations Division : Systems Capability Reference number : 11312 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 We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Project Manager in Power System Security to work with the team to drive the AEMO Transition Plan for System Security, particularly the Operational Transitions Points in the Horizon 1 (2 year) time frame.
This will support the power systems move towards 100% Renewables across Australia.
This role is a lead role in the Operations Transition team.
You will project manage workstreams whilst collaboratively working with key stakeholders and teams across the business and externally working with the network businesses across Australia.
As a Project Manager you will be responsible for driving, defining and managing the technical scope of work/business requirements, stakeholder management, workstream planning, budgets, forecasts and identifying risks and escalating issues for resolution.
What you will be doing Lead role in Operations managing high profile operational changes.
Project manage various Transition workstreams.
Development of project plans and reports ensuring alignment with objectives while overseeing project timelines for successful execution.
Manage changes in project scope and devise contingency plans.
Prepare clear, concise, and high quality written and verbal communication, including internal and external reporting writing, executive and board approval documentation.
Managing and leading the engagement with internal and external stakeholders on a range of issues for both technical and non-technical audiences.
What you will bring to the role Project management qualifications and stakeholder engagement experience.
Demonstrated experience in managing programs of work involving multiple parallel workstreams and deliverables.
Strong Energy sector experience is highly desirable.
However, we will consider other sectors such as Government, Utilities and Water.
Demonstrated experience in shaping projects across a variety of stakeholders with conflicting interests, negotiating agreed outcomes, and delivering these on time and to budget.
Strong stakeholder management skills to build strong partnerships across the organisation.
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).
Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
About Our Process AEMO values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, welcoming applications from all backgrounds without regard to age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, parental status, race, religion and our First Nation peoples.
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