Real-Time Renewable Energy Operations Controller

Acciona S.A; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA Energía seeks an Operations Controller to join the Melbourne-based Operations Control Centre (CECOER-AU). You will monitor and coordinate real-time operation of wind and solar assets, respond to events, and optimise generation while ensuring safety and network compliance.

This early-career role offers training, exposure to the National Electricity Market (NEM), and collaboration with local and international teams across ACCIONA's global network.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience in power systems, utilities, renewables or industrial operations.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and coordinate 24/7 renewable energy operations from the control centre.
• Analyse system performance and manage operational risks.
• Collaborate with AEMO, network providers, site teams, and global operations teams.
• Prepare operational reports and support dispatch and generation optimisation.

Skills

Power systems knowledge

Data-driven decision making

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Communications

Education

Degree in Engineering or related

Job description

ACCIONA Energía seeks an Operations Controller to join the Melbourne-based Operations Control Centre (CECOER-AU). You will monitor and coordinate real-time operation of wind and solar assets, respond to events, and optimise generation while ensuring safety and network compliance.

This early-career role offers training, exposure to the National Electricity Market (NEM), and collaboration with local and international teams across ACCIONA's global network.