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. Adaptable 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, secure 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 transparent 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 report

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