Data Scientist

Synergy (Electricity Generation and Retail Corporation); Perth; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Parental leave

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Synergy, Western Australia's leading electricity generator and retailer, invites applications for a Data Scientist based in Perth. You will develop forecasting, analytics and optimisation solutions applying advanced statistical techniques and machine learning to improve customer outcomes and support DER integration.

The role works cross-functionally with Customer, Future Energy and Technology & Business Services to deliver analytical products, tools and insights that drive business value.

Qualifications

• Experience applying SQL and Python to develop predictive models and data-driven insights.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with large datasets.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication to translate technical concepts into business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop predictive, prescriptive and ML models to solve business challenges and support customer and market outcomes.
• Analyze customer, market and operational data to generate insights and recommendations for commercial performance.
• Support forecasting, pricing and market models to optimise product performance and customer value.
• Design and deliver analytical tools and solutions to improve data-driven decision making and efficiency.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities and support strategic initiatives.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Data Science degree

Tools

SQL

Python

R

Job description

Perth

We're leading Western Australians to their intelligent energy future. And we want you to be part of it. You might know us as Western Australia's largest electricity generator and energy retailer, supporting 1.2 million customers across the state. But what you might not know, is that we’re investing in renewable energy projects, including wind farms and big batteries, to help build a more sustainable and reliable future. Our big batteries are now live in Kwinana and Collie, we’re expanding the Warradarge Wind Farm, building the new King Rocks Wind Farm, and we have many other projects in the works. We're a purpose-driven organisation, owned by the people of WA. Our commitment is to ensure all Western Australians have access to secure, reliable, and sustainable energy. We believe that the benefits of renewable energy aren’t just for some, they're for everyone. This is where you come in.

Role Description

The Data Scientist is an exciting opportunity in our Customer Marketing team based at our Perth Central Park office. Reporting to the Predictive Analytics & Optimisation Lead, the role supports the development of forecasting, analytics and optimisation solutions that enhance customer outcomes and support the effective integration of Distributed Energy Resources (DER). Using large and complex datasets, the successful candidate will apply advanced statistical techniques, machine learning and predictive modelling to solve business challenges and inform strategic decision-making, with a strong focus on customer and retail outcomes.

Working closely with stakeholders across Customer, Future Energy, and Technology & Business Services, the Data Scientist will develop analytical products, tools and insights that drive business value. The role will analyse customer, market and operational data, identify opportunities to improve products and services, and support the development of pricing, forecasting and market models.

This opportunity is suited to a curious and commercially minded data professional who enjoys turning complex data into practical solutions. As part of a collaborative and high-performing team, the successful candidate will work independently, ask insightful questions and look beyond the immediate task to understand the broader business context and impact of their analysis. They will help shape new analytical capabilities, influence business outcomes and contribute to supporting the future of energy in Western Australia.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop predictive, prescriptive and machine learning models to solve complex business challenges and support customer and market outcomes.
• Analyse customer, market and operational data to generate insights and recommendations that drive commercial performance and informed decision-making.
• Support the development and enhancement of forecasting, pricing and market models to optimise product performance and customer value.
• Design and deliver analytical tools, products and solutions that improve business capability, efficiency and access to data-driven insights.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Customer, Future Energy, and Technology & Business Services to identify opportunities, influence outcomes and support strategic initiatives.

What You Will Bring

• Tertiary qualification in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, Business or a related discipline.
• Experience applying SQL and Python to develop predictive models, machine learning solutions and data-driven insights. Experience with R will be highly regarded.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with large and complex datasets to solve business challenges.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into practical business outcomes.
• A curious, commercially minded and self-driven approach, with the ability to work independently, challenge assumptions, ask thoughtful questions and deliver value through data and analytics.

So, what's it like working for Synergy?

As one of Australia's most trusted utility brands, we value our customers, the community we operate in, and our people. When you work with us, you'll be joining an inclusive and proactive organisation, one that enables innovative thinking, accountable leadership, and collaboration. It's how we're creating an exceptional workplace, and we want you to be part of it.

At Synergy we have a wide range of benefits designed to help you balance your work and home life, support your health and wellbeing along with having access to professional development opportunities.

Here's just a few of the benefits you'll have access to as a Synergy employee:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Generous paid parental leave
• Other leave options including reproductive and purchased annual leave
• Volunteer leave so you can give back to your community
• Learning and development opportunities

More details can be found here

At Synergy we believe in creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and feel a true sense of belonging. We're proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by the Diversity Council of Australia. We celebrate our diversity and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups.

Synergy is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieving equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) and section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) will apply to this vacancy. We welcome applications from anyone who has the demonstrated skills and experience to successfully perform this role. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Have we sparked your interest? We hope so. It’s an exciting time for energy in Western Australia – and you’re connected to it.

Applications close 15 October 2026, however Synergy reserves the right to close applications when a suitable pool of candidates is identified.