24/7 Network Controller - Power Grid Operations Lead

AusNet Services Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AusNet Services Ltd in Melbourne CBD is seeking a Network Controller (Distribution) to lead real-time network operations, coordinate critical switching and manage fault response to keep Victoria's electricity network reliable.

You will monitor performance, interpret protection schemes, issue permits, and work with Control Room teams, engineers and field crews to ensure safe, continuous power delivery and rapid restoration during incidents.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Network Controller within an electricity distribution network.
• Strong understanding of power system operations and protection schemes.
• Familiarity with electrical safety codes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform and manage network switching for planned and unplanned events across the distribution network.
• Monitor, control and optimise network performance to maintain security, reliability and quality of supply.
• Coordinate safe access to the network, including issuing permits and authorities.
• Work with Control Room teams, Engineers and Field Crews to ensure seamless network operations.
• Respond to emergency situations and minimise customer impacts during network incidents.

Skills

Network operations

SCADA

DMS/OMS

Power system operations

Protection schemes

Decision making under pressure

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

Advanced Diploma of ESI – Power Systems

Tools

SCADA

DMS/OMS

Job description

AusNet Services Ltd in Melbourne CBD is seeking a Network Controller (Distribution) to lead real-time network operations, coordinate critical switching and manage fault response to keep Victoria's electricity network reliable.

You will monitor performance, interpret protection schemes, issue permits, and work with Control Room teams, engineers and field crews to ensure safe, continuous power delivery and rapid restoration during incidents.