Project Manager - Future Energy Systems

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO); Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Volunteer leave

Performance bonus

Wellness program

Discounted health insurance

Gym perks

EAP

Job summary

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) is seeking a Project Manager - Future Energy Systems to deliver strategic programs supporting Australia’s energy transition. You’ll partner with technical experts and stakeholders to plan, coordinate and realise outcomes in a fast-changing environment.

This role reports to the Manager, Engineering Roadmap & Service Delivery and will drive cross‑functional delivery across the CER and Engineering Roadmap initiatives, with flexible location across AEMO

Qualifications

• Experience delivering complex projects or programs, ideally within energy or infrastructure.
• Ability to manage scope, schedules, budgets, risks and governance to timelines.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of complex programs and projects.
• Partner with engineers and stakeholders to translate priorities into delivery plans.
• Build relationships across AEMO and industry to drive alignment.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver initiatives.
• Prepare clear project reporting and recommendations.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings with clear outcomes.
• Adapt to changing priorities and identify delivery improvements.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Risk management

Education

Tertiary qualification in project management / engineering / business

PRINCE2 / PMP or equivalent certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Division: System Design

Department: Future Energy Systems

Reference number: 13385

Engagement type: Permanent

Bring projects to life by partnering with technical experts, influencing stakeholders and delivering outcomes that shape Australia's energy future. Project Mngt certification highly regarded. The Project Manager - Future Energy Systems will d eliver strategic programs supporting Australia's evolving energy system. Influence stakeholders and drive outcomes in a fast changing environment. Flexible location across AEMO offices | Ideal for energy, utilities or infrastructure project professionals.

AEMO at the Heart of Energy

AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO’s purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians. Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around character, commitment, and connection . Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector.

About The Role

AEMO’s System Design division is responsible for planning the future power system through Australia’s energy transition. Its mission is to design a sustainable, affordable, safe and reliable energy system for all Australians.

The Future Energy Systems team sits within AEMO’s System Design division and is accountable for delivering strategic programs and projects that support the secure transition of the National Electricity Market. This includes leading initiatives such as the Engineering Roadmap to 100% Renewables CER Roadmap Implementation, the Transition Plan for System Security (TPSS), Type 2 Transitional Services, and other strategic projects. The team provides a holistic view of the engineering needs of the changing energy system, helps prioritise approaches to address key technical challenges, and supports industry-wide action to enable the NEM to operate securely with high levels of renewable generation.

Reporting to the Manager, Engineering Roadmap & Service Delivery, you will play a key role in delivering major initiatives across AEMO's Engineering Roadmap and Consumer Energy Resources (CER) programs. Working in a highly collaborative environment, you'll partner with technical specialists and business stakeholders to plan, coordinate and deliver projects from inception through to implementation.

You’ll excel in this role if you're an adaptable project manager who can build strong relationships, confidently engage stakeholders, manage competing priorities and drive outcomes in an environment where priorities and project scopes can change quickly.

AEMO is committed to developing and growing its people. You'll join a highly collaborative and supportive team that works closely together, shares knowledge freely and genuinely enjoys helping each other succeed.

This position can be based out of AEMO offices in Australia – Brisbane, Sydney (2 locations), Melbourne, Adelaide & Perth.

Applications are being reviewed upon receipt, and this role may close ahead of schedule once a sufficient talent pool is identified.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead the planning and delivery of complex programs and projects, managing scope, schedules, budgets, risks, dependencies and governance.
• Partner with engineers, operational teams and stakeholders to translate strategic priorities into practical delivery plans and measurable outcomes.
• Build strong relationships across AEMO and industry, proactively engaging stakeholders, navigating competing priorities and driving alignment.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver key initiatives, ensuring milestones, decisions and actions are progressed effectively.
• Prepare clear project reporting, communications and recommendations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings that establish clear outcomes, accountability and next steps.
• Adapt to changing priorities and ambiguous environments while identifying opportunities to improve project delivery, governance and ways of working.

What You Will Bring To The Role

Education/Certificates

• Relevant tertiary qualification in project management, engineering, business or a related discipline.
• A recognised project management certification, such as PRINCE2, PMP or equivalent, would be highly regarded.

Experience and Knowledge

• Demonstrated experience delivering complex projects or programs, ideally within energy, infrastructure, utilities or similarly complex environments.
• Proven ability to manage project scope, schedules, budgets, risks, governance and reporting while delivering outcomes to agreed timelines.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills , with the ability to build relationships and drive alignment across diverse teams and competing priorities.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and navigating organisational complexity to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Ability to translate complex technical information into clear project plans, recommendations and decision-ready communications for a range of audiences.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and project planning skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Project and other project management and reporting tools.

Benefits

In return some of our benefits to you

• Flexible working: work from home, part-time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave options
• Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.
• Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
• Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).
• Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Our Process

At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you have any accessibility requireme nt s to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing us a t [e-mail]