Perth Power Systems Operator — Real-Time Energy Ops

Fortescue; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortescue is seeking an Energy Operator to join our Perth-based Energy Operations team. The role focuses on safe, reliable operation of the power system, coordinating generation, transmission and distribution activities across multiple sites.

You will work with stakeholders to maintain high operational standards, improve guidelines and respond quickly to faults, while upholding Fortescue’s zero-harm and environmental commitments.

Qualifications

• Electrical trade certificate or higher in engineering/science
• UEP40218 Certificate IV in ESI Generation Operations
• Valid WA Driver’s License Class C or C-A

Responsibilities

• Perform real-time monitoring and remote operations of Fortescue’s power system.
• Develop, coordinate and implement fault restoration plans during emergencies.
• Identify incidents and respond to outages to protect safety and supply continuity.
• Check and execute approved switching programs during planned outages.
• Execute System Emergency Response strategies, including Blackout procedures.
• Contribute to development and maintenance of power system operation systems.
• Identify opportunities for process and system improvements.

Skills

Power system operations

Emergency response

Switching programs

Real-time monitoring

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical trade cert III or related degree

Certificate IV in ESI Generation Operations

WA Driver’s License Class C/C-A

Job description

Fortescue is seeking an Energy Operator to join our Perth-based Energy Operations team. The role focuses on safe, reliable operation of the power system, coordinating generation, transmission and distribution activities across multiple sites.

You will work with stakeholders to maintain high operational standards, improve guidelines and respond quickly to faults, while upholding Fortescue’s zero-harm and environmental commitments.