Senior Analyst - Sector Coupling Department : System Design Division : Forecasting Reference number : 11261 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's Forecasting division is responsible for providing medium and long -term forecasts of Australia's energy supply and demand. The team is responsible for delivering critical forecasts that underpin many of our major reports, including AEMO's Electricity Statement of Opportunities, Gas Statement of Opportunities, and the Integrated System Plan. A new role within our team, the Senior Analyst will support the delivery of energy forecasts for key publications. This involves developing, advising, and effectively communicating medium to long term (1 to 30 year) energy forecasts, including distributed energy resources. You will draw together alternate perspectives and inputs and navigate a range of approaches to support forecasting model development. This role would ideally suit someone based in Melbourne or along the Eastern Seaboard. What you will be doing Plan, organise and collaborate with stakeholders and other forecasting teams on consumption and demand forecasts, including distributed and consumer energy resources, and multi-sector modelling Work within a highly skilled team to integrate strategic considerations of technology and its development, economic theory, and behavioural economics Research, organise and analyse relevant data to support the development and testing of energy forecasting models Effectively communicate approaches, results and key messages to internal and external stakeholders in written reports and through active participation in working groups and stakeholder forums Contribute to key energy industry publications, for all markets in Australia that AEMO oversees What you will bring to the role Experience within the electricity sector, perhaps obtained in an energy network or similar, with an understanding of the practical implications of consumer energy resources such as rooftop PVs, batteries and electric vehicles Ability to work effectively across teams, by developing and presenting effective material, and leading discussion to solve complex questions Sophisticated understanding of energy consumers in the Australian context, and insights as to future developments Data analysis experience, using tools such as SQL and Excel Interest, and ideally experience, in designing and coding statistical models and creating visualizations to answer varied operational, strategic and regulatory questions. Experience in languages such as R or Python is advantageous 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 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. We are dedicated to accommodating applicants' needs during the application or interview process, simply let the us know by emailing us at ****** If you would like to know more about working at AEMO, please check out our careers page for more information. For more information on the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) please refer to www.aemo.com.au or visit one of our social media channels below.
