We are representing a recognised, International renewable energy company in their search for an experienced Grid Engineering Manager. This is a senior technical leadership role, responsible for managing internal power systems engineers while acting as the primary interface with AEMO and the NSP's. Two vital components of this role are team management and stakeholder communication.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop an in-house team of power systems engineers
- Act as the primary point of contact with AEMO and the NSPs
- Own the grid connection strategy across multiple projects
- Oversee GPS negotiations, compliance assessments, and R0–R2 processes
- Manage consultants and EPC interfaces as required
- Ensure alignment with the NER, S5.2, and evolving AEMO requirements
- Support internal stakeholders with clear, pragmatic grid advice
- Tertiary qualification
- Circa 10+ years experience in grid/power systems
- Ability to manage a team of power systems engineers
- Proven experience dealing directly with AEMO and NSPs
- Good understanding of GPS, R1/R2, model validation, and compliance processes
- Confident communicator able to balance technical rigour with commercial outcomes
- Senior leadership role with real influence on project outcomes
- Join an existing, high performing team
- Exposure to a high-quality renewable energy portfolio
- Flexible working arrangements
- Salary: Circa $280k + super + bonus
If you are interested and believe you have the required experience, please apply now with your updated CV and cover letter to Nathan Shackcloth.