Product Manager - Low Voltage Network Analytics

Hr Adviser Australia; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Job summary

Future Grid is seeking a senior Product Manager to lead the Low Voltage Network Analytics initiative. You will drive analytics product strategy, collaborate with utilities, and coordinate across engineering, commercial, and regulatory teams.

The role requires deep knowledge of electricity distribution processes and technology integration, with hands-on experience across multiple departments within Australian or NZ utilities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Australian/NZ electricity distribution.
• Full Australian working rights required.
• Willingness to undergo National Police Check.
• Minimum 5 years working with IT vendors in the electrical distribution industry.
• Familiarity with Australian, NZ and US regulatory frameworks.
• Knowledge of smart metering, DER and renewable technologies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with electricity utility customers to implement, develop and optimise analytics solutions within their environment.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives across departments to improve operations in distribution, transmission and retail.
• Deliver practical, technology-driven solutions addressing key business challenges across multiple customer departments.
• Design innovative analytics features for smart metering, DER solutions, and related technologies to improve service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks across Australia, NZ and the US and manage privacy considerations in software development.
• Facilitate workshops, meetings, and presentations to engage customers and stakeholders at all levels.
• Oversee data management initiatives, including privacy and security protocols during development.
• Monitor industry trends and incorporate them into business strategies.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Regulatory knowledge

Vendor management

Communication skills

Data privacy

Electrical engineering

Education

Electrical engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Smart metering

DER systems

DOE

Job description

Product Manager - Low Voltage Network Analytics

Future Grid is a company that consults on and delivers advanced software solutions for electricity networks, helping utilities monitor performance, detect faults, and integrate renewable energy for safer, more reliable, and sustainable power systems.

Future Grid is seeking an experienced senior consultant to join their dynamic team in a full-time role as a Product Manager in the Low Voltage Electrical Distribution Network. This role focuses on on delivering impactful IT business solutions within the electrical LV distribution sector. This pivotal role is ideal for an individual who has a deep understanding of electricity distribution processes, technology integration, and regulatory frameworks, with a strong track record of working within Australian or NZ electricity distribution businesses.

Why Join Us?

Flexible work options including Work from Home or from the Melbourne office, based on your preference

Have the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled professionals, and engage with industry leaders to create practical, business-driven solutions.

Be at the forefront of integrating technology in the rapidly evolving electrical distribution industry.

Play a key role in shaping the future of energy distribution, supporting sustainability and the adoption of renewable energy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with electricity utility customers to implement, develop andoptimise our analytics solution within their environment
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and provide valuable insights into the business processes that drive operations in electricity distribution, transmission, and retail
• Work across multiple customer departments to deliver practical, technology-driven solutions that address key business challenges
• Work with electricity utilities on the design of innovative analytics features for smart metering systems, Distributed Energy Resources (DER) solutions, and other cutting-edge technologies to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency
• Ensure compliance with Australian, NZ, and US regulatory frameworks
• Facilitate workshops, meetings, and presentations to engage customers, stakeholders, and employees, with a focus on educating and influencing at all levels
• Collaborate on data management initiatives, including ensuring privacy and security protocols in line with software development processes
• Monitor industry trends, including renewable technologies, and integrate these into business strategies to align with evolving market needs

Key Requirements:

• Experience: At least 10 years working within an Australian or NZ electricity distribution business, with hands-on exposure to multiple departments
• Work Rights: Must hold full Australian working rights and be able to provide supporting documentation upon request
• Education: Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Police Check: Must be willing to undergo a National Police Check, with a clear outcome
• Vendor Management: A minimum of 5 years of experience working with IT vendors in the electrical distribution industry
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with Australian, NZ, and US regulatory frameworks, along with an understanding of the motivations driving regulations
• Technology Expertise: Strong knowledge of smart metering, DER systems, renewable technologies, and DOE
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and influencing skills, with experience interacting with both internal teams and external customers
• Business Process Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the business processes surrounding electricity distribution, from operational to customer management and privacy concerns
• Global Framework: Familiarity with electricity distribution, transmission, and retail business frameworks on a global scale, particularly in vertically aggregated and disaggregated customer business models
• Presentation and Training: Proven ability to lead meetings, workshops, and deliver presentations to diverse audiences including customers, potential customers, and internal teams

If you're passionate about technology, sustainability, and making a tangible impact in the electrical distribution sector, we'd love to hear from you!