Lead Market Modelling & Forecasting Analyst

Australian Energy Market Operator; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Study assistance

Volunteer leave

Performance bonus

Wellness program

Discounted health insurance

Job summary

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) is seeking a Specialist Analyst, System Planning, to lead long‑term forecasting, modelling and planning insights shaping Australia's energy system. You’ll guide investment and policy decisions by turning complex analysis into practical outcomes and collaborating with government, industry and regulators.

You will mentor colleagues, drive methodological improvements, and contribute to high‑impact publications while supporting nationwide energy transition

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in economics, engineering, mathematics, physics or data analytics.
• 10–15+ years energy market experience in modelling, forecasting, system planning, economics or engineering.
• Strong understanding of energy markets, infrastructure planning and forecasting.
• Ability to analyse complex information and communicate insights clearly to diverse audiences.
• Experience leading technical projects and building stakeholder relationships.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to high‑quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead forecasting, modelling and planning projects informing major energy system decisions.
• Contribute to nationally significant publications like the ISP and relevant reports.
• Translate complex analysis into clear insights for industry, government and regulators.
• Work across multidisciplinary teams to solve energy challenges.
• Provide coaching, peer review and QA to grow team capability.
• Drive methodological innovation in forecasting and planning processes.
• Build trusted relationships across AEMO and the energy sector.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to the team.

Skills

Economics/Engineering/Maths

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Python

Power BI

Forecasting

Education

Tertiary degree in economics/engineering/math/physics/data analytics

Tools

PLEXOS

Databricks

RStudio

Power BI

Python

Job description

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) is seeking a Specialist Analyst, System Planning, to lead long‑term forecasting, modelling and planning insights shaping Australia's energy system. You’ll guide investment and policy decisions by turning complex analysis into practical outcomes and collaborating with government, industry and regulators.

You will mentor colleagues, drive methodological improvements, and contribute to high‑impact publications while supporting nationwide energy transition