Secondary Assets Engineer

Jemena; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jemena is seeking a seasoned engineer to lead the secondary assets team within our electricity network. You will coordinate asset replacement and maintenance programs, providing technical leadership for zone substation secondary assets and associated communications infrastructure.

The role focuses on developing project scopes for data centre projects, maintaining reliable network systems, and collaborating to drive grid transformation while meeting customer and community needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical supply industry with hands-on experience in secondary systems and communications assets.
• Proven track record in collaborative, commercially focused environments.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate asset replacement and maintenance programs with consideration of performance, cost and long-term impact.
• Provide technical leadership and develop standards for zone substation secondary assets including relays, battery banks, power quality meters and communications.
• Develop project scopes for data centre projects related to secondary asset technical requirements.
• Maintain systems that keep the network reliable, ensuring connections count.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop solutions supporting grid transformation and customer needs.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Secondary systems

Communications assets

Stakeholder communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Jemena is an Australian energy company who own and operate more than $12.4 Billion worth of gas and electricity transportation assets across Australia supplying millions of households and businesses with these essential services every day.

We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, technical expertise, and dedication to safety, quality, and sustainability. Our Group’s over 3000 team members, consistently strive to make a difference in the communities we serve.

If you're a seasoned engineer who thrives on collaboration, purpose-driven work, and creating systems that serve everyone, this is your opportunity to lead with both intelligence and intuition.

Secondary Assets Engineer, you'll be at the heart of shaping a reliable, modern, and connected energy network. Your work will help ensure that every home, business, and community has access to the safe and stable energy they need — now and into the future.

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate asset replacement and maintenance programs, making thoughtful decisions that balance performance, cost, and long-term impact.
• Provide technical leadership and bring clarity to strategies and standards for zone substation secondary assets, including protection and control relays, battery banks, power quality meters and communications infrastructure within the Electricity field.
• Develop project scopes for various data centre projects for the secondary assets technical requirements.
• Help maintain the systems that keep our network reliable — because every connection counts.
• Work closely with your colleagues to develop solutions that support grid transformation and reflect the needs of customers and communities.

We’re looking for someone who combines deep technical capability with a passion for building strong relationships and making a difference through their work.

Your Experience:

• Proven electrical supply industry, with hands‑on experience in secondary systems and communications assets.
• A proven track record of success in collaborative, commercially focused environments.
• Strong strategic thinking and a natural problem-solver.
• A clear communicator — especially when it comes to writing thoughtful Board papers, reports, and business cases.
• Skilled in project management, and confident navigating risk.
• Committed to building meaningful relationships — inside your team and beyond.

Your knowledge:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications/Network Engineering (Chartered status welcome) OR relevant similar accreditations
• A sound understanding of the evolving energy landscape and where technology is heading
• Awareness of key players and trends within the secondary asset space

Because you bring more than technical skills — you bring vision, empathy, and a drive to make a meaningful impact.

You understand that engineering is not just about systems — it's about people. You value the power of teamwork, thoughtful decision-making, and the opportunity to mentor and support those around you.

This is your chance to lead with confidence and care, and to help build a smarter, more inclusive energy future.

Why you should come and work for us

Our people are our energy source and we offer meaningful benefits and rewards that work for you. We offer the opportunity for long term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process.

We are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we are part of. We welcome applications from people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and identities. At Jemena, you belong.

We are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we are part of. We welcome applications from people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and identities. At Jemena, you belong.

Recruitment Process

During our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre‑employment checks including pre‑employment medical, reference checks and a national police check. Notice to Third Parties: Jemena does not accept unsolicited resumes (or liability associated with fees or costs) from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their application independently.