Renewable Energy Specialist

Zenith Energy (Zenith) are a market leader in the development and delivery of sustainable energy solutions across Australia. We are independent power producers, specialising in tailored off-grid power generation and service models.
Zenith are constructing landmark cutting edge Renewable Energy projects, involving Solar, Wind, Thermal and BESS in Western Australia and have a strong pipeline of work. Current projects include;

• Kathleen Valley 95MW hybrid power station involving wind, solar, BESS and thermal 
• Bellevue Gold 88MW Hybrid power station involving wind, solar, BESS and thermal 
• Jundee brownfields retrofit and integration of 53MW of wind, solar and battery into the existing gas power station
• Nova Resources, final stages.

What you’ll do
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the primary focus of this role is to ensure existing renewable generation equipment (wind turbines, solar power generation, and BESS) are operated to deliver maximum penetration for site demands and contractual guarantees. This will be achieved by monitoring performance and providing trends and optimisation recommendations to internal stakeholders.  
Key duties include:

• Maximise renewable asset availability and reliability.
• Analyse and interpret operational data for performance reporting and demand forecasting.
• Work with our OEMs and technical experts to gather data and insights.
• Develop operating procedures, monitoring strategies, and protocols. 
• Work with operations and asset management teams on longer-term operational and maintenance strategies
• Conduct SCADA/Data analysis to reduce fossil fuel consumption and increase renewable penetration. 
• Provide support to Project Managers and commissioning teams in developing acceptance criteria.

What we’re looking for

Experience and Skills

• A minimum of five (5) years post tertiary or trade work experience within the Renewable Energy/power generation industry 
• Renewable Energy Equipment experience
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail 
• Ability to analyse data and identify trends

Qualifications

• Bachelor of, Engineering, or Electrical trade qualification or equivalent

What’s in it for you?

Our work matters – be at the forefront of designing, constructing and operating a greener future. You will work for a market leader with strong projected growth and a company that values and celebrates their people. We offer;

• Strong pipeline of projects in the Renewable Energy sector 
• Competitive salary
• Brand new ‘state of the art’ offices in Rivervale
• Opportunity to join the Zenith bonus scheme.

Ready for your next challenge?

If this job describes your knowledge skills and experience, please click on the “Apply” icon on this page and submit a resume that details your knowledge skills and experience and a cover letter outlining why you are interested in the role.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, youth, LGBTQIA+, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with a disability.

Applicants who require adjustments within the recruitment process can contact recruitment@zenithenergy.com.au. To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website - https://zenithenergy.com.au/esg/#diversity

Join the team delivering sustainable energy solutions across Australia and make a difference. To find out more head to our website https://www.zenithenergy.com.au