Project Manager, Future Energy Systems (Remote/Hybrid)

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO); Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working: work from home, part

Volunteer leave up to 4 days per year

Annual performance bonuses (subject to

Wellness program and discounted health

Gym perks and EAP

Job summary

AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator. We are co-designing the energy future and seek a Project Manager to deliver high-impact programs within the System Design division, Future Energy Systems team.

You will report to the Engineering Roadmap & Service Delivery Manager and work with technical experts and stakeholders to ensure delivery from inception to implementation across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Influencing skills

Microsoft Project

Education

PRINCE2 / PMP certification

Tertiary qualification in PM/Engineering/Business

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator. We are co-designing the energy future and seek a Project Manager to deliver high-impact programs within the System Design division, Future Energy Systems team.

You will report to the Engineering Roadmap & Service Delivery Manager and work with technical experts and stakeholders to ensure delivery from inception to implementation across multiple sites.