Operations & Asset Manager

Private Energy Partners Pty; Brisbane; Sur place; AUD 180 000 - 260 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

5 Weeks Annual Leave

Monday‑Friday Schedule

Mission‑Driven Sector

Résumé du poste

Private Energy Partners Pty is seeking an Operations and Asset Manager to lead the Supernode Battery Energy Storage System in Brendale, Australia. The role focuses on safe, reliable, and commercially optimized performance across the asset lifecycle, guiding the project from construction through to commercial operations and ensuring contracted performance and revenue targets are met.

You will manage SCADA/EMS/BMS interfaces, coordinate with energy traders and network operators, and drive

Qualifications

• Strategic leadership in projects with commercial risk and long-term service agreements.
• Electrically qualified engineer or technologist with substantial heavy industry/energy operations experience.
• Proven ability to engage stakeholders and manage diverse workloads.
• Desirable: lithium‑ion battery tech, AEMO market operations, and familiarity with ISO 55001, SCADA, CMMS.

Responsabilités

• Oversee the daily operations of the Supernode BESS to maximise availability (>98%), reliability and efficiency.
• Develop and implement preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies.
• Manage OPEX budgets and support CAPEX forecasting while pursuing cost-optimisation.
• Ensure safety and compliance with WHS legislation, environmental approvals, and CIRMP, addressing BESS-specific risks.
• Lead the transition from EPC construction to full commercial operations and handover.

Description du poste

The Opportunity:

Are you an experienced operations leader ready to take the helm of a critical asset in Australia's renewable energy transition? Are you looking for a role that combines hands‑on operational oversight with strategic, long‑term asset management?

Private Energy Partners (PEP) is seeking an Operations and Asset Manager for our Supernode Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) facility in Brendale. In this pivotal role, you won't just be managing day‑to‑day operations; you will be responsible for the safe, reliable, compliant, and commercially optimised performance of a utility-scale BESS throughout its lifecycle. You will lead the transition from construction to commercial operations, ensuring our assets deliver on their contracted performance and revenue objectives while upholding the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Why PEP:

At PEP, we accelerate the energy transition by delivering innovative infrastructure and clean energy projects. We believe in creating lasting value for our employees, investors, communities, and the planet. When you join us, you’ll find:

• A "Grow Together" Culture: We collaborate with humility and respect. We celebrate shared success and learn as a team, valuing every voice and perspective.
• Responsibility for Impact: We own the outcome. You will have a direct, tangible impact on the performance of critical energy infrastructure, taking accountability for both wins and setbacks.
• Original Thinking, Purposefully Applied: We challenge assumptions and embrace bold ideas to turn them into real‑world solutions that matter.

What You’ll Do:

You will ensure the seamless and efficient operation of the Supernode BESS, balancing daily performance with long‑term asset health. Key focus areas include:

• Operations & Asset Performance: Oversee the daily operations of the BESS facilities to maximise availability (>98%), reliability, and efficiency. You will manage battery State of Health (SOH) and State of Charge (SOC), oversee SCADA, EMS, and BMS systems, and coordinate with energy traders, AEMO, and network service providers (like Powerlink).
• Maintenance & Integrity: Develop and implement robust preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies. You will manage contractor relationships, OEM service providers, and long‑term service agreements (LTSA) while maintaining critical asset registers and spare parts inventory.
• Commercial & Financial Leadership: Prepare and manage OPEX budgets and support CAPEX forecasting. You will identify cost‑optimisation initiatives without compromising safety and ensure commercial obligations and revenue targets are met.
• Safety & Compliance: Establish a proactive safety culture, ensuring strict adherence to WHS legislation, environmental approvals, and the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 (CIRMP). You will expertly manage BESS‑specific risks such as thermal runaway and arc flash.
• Transition Management: Lead the seamless transition of the BESS project from EPC construction and commissioning into full commercial operations, ensuring operational readiness and effective handover.

Who You Are:

• The Strategic Leader: You possess demonstrated leadership experience managing, projects with commercial risk, managing long‑term service agreements (LTSA), accountability across safety, cost, program, and commissioning.
• The Technical Expert: You are an electrically qualified engineer or technologist with substantial experience in heavy industry, energy, power, or infrastructure operations.
• The Authentic Communicator: You possess proven ability for credible engagement and strong interpersonal skills, capable of managing diverse workloads, complex technical disputes, and high‑level stakeholder relationships.
• Desirable: You ideally bring experience with lithium‑ion battery technology, AEMO market operations, and National Electricity Rules. Familiarity with ISO 55001, SCADA systems, and CMMS is a strong plus.

The Perks:

5 Weeks Annual Leave, Monday‑Friday Schedule, Mission‑Driven Sector

Ready to Make Your Mark? If you embody integrity, take responsibility for impact, and are ready to apply original thinking to accelerate the energy transition, we want to hear from you.