Energy Projects Commissioning Team Lead (Hybrid)

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO); Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Volunteering leave

Performance bonuses

Wellness program

Job summary

AEMO is seeking a Team Lead – Commissioning to guide the Onboarding & Connections team in delivering reliable energy system connections across Australia. This role focuses on leading engineers, coordinating commissioning of wind, solar, hydro, storage, and other assets, and ensuring alignment with industry standards.

The ideal candidate brings deep power systems knowledge, strong leadership, and excellent stakeholder communication to enable Australia's energy transition and secure project

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience leading technical teams in complex engineering environments.
• Proven delivery of large, technically complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning and connection of diverse energy technologies.
• Drive technical excellence and successful outcomes across projects.
• Develop high-performing engineering teams and capabilities.
• Engage stakeholders to resolve complex technical challenges.

Skills

Team leadership

Power systems

Electrical engineering

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project delivery

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

AEMO is seeking a Team Lead – Commissioning to guide the Onboarding & Connections team in delivering reliable energy system connections across Australia. This role focuses on leading engineers, coordinating commissioning of wind, solar, hydro, storage, and other assets, and ensuring alignment with industry standards.

The ideal candidate brings deep power systems knowledge, strong leadership, and excellent stakeholder communication to enable Australia's energy transition and secure project