Description We are currently recruiting for a Senior Engineer to join our long term investment and planning team based anywhere within Essential Energy’s operational footprint. About You We are looking for someone with demonstrated experience in electrical engineering, preferably related to network regulation or planning with the ability and engage and influence a broad range of stakeholders through a consultative approach. You will have the ability to understand business wide implications of strategic decisions made during the formulation of each Regulatory Proposal, as well as provide expert advice and direction to the Executive Leadership Team as to the impact of business decisions made within the Regulatory Period. About the role Reporting to the Future Asset Investment and Planning Manager, as the Senior Engineer you will work with a broad cross-section of internal stakeholders to assist in the development of Essential Energy’s OPEX, and CAPEX requirements for system capex (assets), to deliver on the Corporate Strategy and customer expectations, whilst proactively engaging with external stakeholders such as Regulatory bodies on network risk, current and future network investment needs. This role will be key in translating regulatory principles into business as usual, working with other workstreams in improving the business to operate in a manner that aligns to regulatory requirements. Required Qualifications Bachelor of Engineering to satisfy Professional Membership criterion of Engineers Australia or other Professional Body as aligned to the Washington Accord. Attainment and ongoing successful maintenance of all regulatory, industry and business required licenses, authorisations and other such certificates deemed necessary for the role. WorkCover NSW Construction Induction Certificate (or willing to obtain). Desirable Experience with data visualisation platforms such as PowerBI Why Essential Energy We offer competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience. Essential Energy provides employees with a broad range of benefits through our corporate partnerships with organisations such as Qantas, Optus, nib and Mildura Health Fund. You will also gain access to our Health and Wellbeing programs including fitness passport. Visit our employee benefits page for more information. For further information, please contact Sam Peake, Future Asset Investment and Planning Manager on 02 6589 8621. Applications close on Thursday 30 October at 11:55pm AEST. Passionate people. Global thinking. Regional heart. Building a better energy future. Essential Energy is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including people with disability. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact careers@essentialenergy.com.au or call 1800 255 777.
