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About the Role

Lead grid connection strategy across a growing renewable energy portfolio. This is a critical leadership role responsible for Aula Energy’s grid connection, power systems and network integration function across a portfolio of utility-scale wind, solar and battery energy storage projects. You will shape connection strategy, influence investment and delivery decisions, and support projects and operating assets across their full lifecycle.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute end-to-end grid connection strategies across projects at different lifecycle stages.
Lead connection enquiries, applications, Generator Performance Standards negotiations, registration activities and associated technical submissions.
Provide strategic advice on network access, grid risks, market developments and regulatory change.
Support project development, acquisitions and investment decisions through technical due diligence and grid risk assessment.
Oversee power system studies, network modelling, technical documentation and consultant deliverables.
Manage relationships with AEMO, Transmission and Distribution Network Service Providers, regulators and other key stakeholders.
Resolve complex technical, regulatory, commercial and delivery issues arising through the connection process.
Oversee grid connection activities during design, procurement, construction, commissioning, registration and market entry.
Support project teams to achieve connection, energisation, first generation and operational-readiness milestones.
Ensure compliance with Connection Agreements, Generator Performance Standards, Network Compliance Schedules and registration obligations.
Support Asset Management with operational compliance and connection-related modifications.
Establish and maintain appropriate technical standards, governance, assurance processes and portfolio risk controls.
Represent Aula Energy in relevant industry forums and regulatory consultations.
Lead and develop internal grid resources while managing external consultants and technical advisers.

Requirements

Experienced, commercially minded grid connection leader who can step into a portfolio leadership role, establish priorities quickly and deliver through internal teams and external partners.
Extensive experience in grid connection, power systems engineering, transmission, network planning or renewable energy infrastructure.
Demonstrated experience leading grid connection activities for utility-scale wind, solar and/or battery energy storage projects.
Strong knowledge of the National Electricity Rules, AEMO processes, Generator Performance Standards and network connection requirements.
Experience managing complex relationships with AEMO, transmission and distribution network service providers, regulators and specialist consultants.
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing external service providers.
Demonstrated ability to identify and manage technical, regulatory, commercial and delivery risks.
Experience supporting project development, investment decisions, project delivery and operational asset management.
Strong commercial judgement, with the ability to balance technical requirements with project and portfolio outcomes.
Clear communication, leadership and influencing skills, including the ability to advise senior decision-makers.
Experience leading connection activities across multiple projects and lifecycle stages.
Experience supporting investment committees, project financing or technical due diligence.
Working knowledge of EMT and RMS modelling.
Experience managing Generator Performance Standards negotiation, compliance and ongoing operational obligations.

Skills

Grid connection
Power systems engineering
Transmission
Network planning
Renewable energy infrastructure
National Electricity Rules
AEMO processes
Generator Performance Standards
Network connection requirements
Relationship management
Risk management
Commercial judgement
Communication
Leadership
Influencing
EMT modelling
RMS modelling

Location

Sydney
Melbourne
Brisbane

Work Type

12-month fixed-term contract
Hybrid
Flexible working arrangements

Experience Level

Senior authority on grid connection matters
Extensive experience

Education Level

Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
Postgraduate qualifications in engineering, power systems, energy systems, engineering management or project management will be highly regarded

Benefits

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Wellbeing and service bonus leave
Up to 20 weeks’ paid parental leave
Paid volunteer leave
Benefits supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing

About the Company

Aula Energy is an Australian-headquartered renewable energy business dedicated to developing, building and operating onshore renewable energy projects across Australia, with an ambition to expand into New Zealand.
Established by Macquarie in 2023, we bring together a specialist team with decades of renewable energy experience and a shared mission to provide energy for the future.
We believe that partnership, long-term relationships and collaboration allow us to create meaningful change for the people who live and work in our communities.

Equal Opportunity

Aula Energy is proud to be a certified Great Place to Work, WORK180 Endorsed Employer and AFR Best Place to Work, and is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.
We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and welcome all identities.
We are also committed to providing reasonable adjustments to people who may need support during the recruitment process or in their working arrangements. If you require additional assistance, please let us know when applying.