Senior Project Planner

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.

The System Design Division plays a critical role in AEMO’s success, driving the organisation’s collaborative and industry-wide efforts in meeting the engineering challenges of a net-zero energy system. The Division includes specialist areas in system planning, forecasting, future energy as well as onboarding and connections. The Onboarding and Connections Group manages AEMO’s end to end process for connecting, registering, and commissioning generators into the National Electricity Market.

About The Role

In the role of Senior Project Planner within the Onboarding and Connections Department, you will be part of the team that manages projects making an impact on Australia energy future and helps in moving towards a net zero target. Work with internal and external stakeholders to develop and manage project schedules, reporting to assist in decision making, and be part of process changes.

What You Will Be Doing

Lead the development of detailed project plans for connection projects, by collaborating with project managers and engineering leads.
Take ownership in developing the short-and long-term resource forecast requirement for the regional Engineering teams.
Consult and engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project success.
Manage project escalations and proactively work with Project Manager and Engineering team in identifying project time, cost, and scope creeps.
Implementation of CRI process improvements to BAU project plan and champion the change management process in embedding the improvements.
Develop a suite of portfolio reports to provide better visibility to management team on ensuring resources are allocated and prioritised to meet critical deliverables.


What You Will Bring To The Role

Education/ Certificates

Tertiary qualifications in an appropriate discipline (project management, engineering, or a related field)
Recognised project management certification is well regarded.
Expert skills in using Microsoft Project with experience in managing Macros, Custom Reports and views, Gantt chart customisation, qualitative inputs, and capability to analyseproject data.


Experience And Knowledge

Knowledge of the energy sector, including both industry and regulatory matters
Minimum 5 years’ experience in project, program or portfolio planning and delivery within the energy, engineering, or similar industry.
Ability to understand, complex energy engineering programs.
Expert Proficiency with Microsoft Project such as Macros, Custom Reports and views, Gantt chart customisation, qualitative inputs, and capability to analyse project data.
Good understanding of Customer Relationship Management software.
Proven track record in project managing several projects simultaneously and understanding of the key commercial and legal issues.
Experience in client facing roles in a project environment requiring well developed interpersonal, negotiation and problem-solving skills.


In Return Some Of Our Benefits To You

Flexible working: work from home, 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, ****** 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 talent@aemo.com.au

If you would like to know more about working at AEMO , please check out our careers page for more information.

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