SeniorPrincipal Market Analyst

Melbourne - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Operations

Job Summary

Division: Operations

Department: Gas Market & Systems Operations

Reference number:12810

Engagement type: Permanent

AEMO at the Heart of Energy

AEMO is Australias independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMOs 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

The Operations Division plays a critical role in AEMOs success ensuring the secure and efficient functioning of Australias wholesale and retail energy markets and systems. Within this division the Gas Market Operations team oversees the monitoring and management of AEMOs east coast wholesale gas markets. The teams responsibilities include analysing and reporting key market events to stakeholders in publications and to industry forums. Additionally the team provides support to market participants responding to queries actioning tasks and offering education on gas market operations. The team also engages with industry stakeholders and other business units within AEMO to implement market enhancements.

You will make an important contribution to gas market operations in the areas of affordability of gas to consumers and the security and reliability of gas. You will also focus on market monitoring involving investigation and reporting of outcomes in the wholesale gas markets enabling AEMO and our stakeholders to make informed decisions.

The role has potential to be included in an on-call roster to support markets outside of business hours and can be based in Brisbane or Melbourne.

What you will be doing

Utilise problem-solving skills to analyse market operations to determine and report on the impact on participants of wholesale gas market outcomes and opportunities for market improvement. This will include contributing to preparing reports for publication on market events and present reports at forums/meetings on market outcomes.
Respond to inquiries and requests submitted by market participants executing market specific tasks as outlined in established procedures.
Mentor and guide junior staff in their day-to-day activities.
Analyse data leveraging previous experience with Power BI dashboards SQL queries or Python to streamline data extraction and reporting.
Develop skills in understanding the regulatory environment including the National Gas Law National Gas Rules and relevant Market Procedures.

What you will bring to the role

Bachelors degree or higher in economics commerce law finance information technology engineering or a related discipline.
Experience working in the energy sector with an in-depth knowledge of AEMO gas markets.
Experience in mentoring junior staff.
Capability to interpret operate in compliance with and develop technical documents and/or procedures.

Proficiency in MS Office Suite Power BI SQL or Python plus experience in IT/software requirements design testing and change management would be an advantage.

In return some of our benefits to you

Flexible working: work from home part timejob share hybrid optionsand additional leave options
Professional development via projects industry networksjob rotation study assistance and more.
Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).
Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program discounted health insurance gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Our Process

At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the application or interview process simply let us know by emailing us at

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Division: OperationsDepartment: Gas Market & Systems OperationsReference number:12810Engagement type: PermanentAEMO at the Heart of EnergyAEMO is Australias independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMOs purpose is to ensure safe reliable and affordable energy today and enab...