Senior Planning Engineer - Victorian Transmission Plan

VicGrid is where you want to be
If you want to do work that matters, then this is the place to be. VicGrid has been established to ensure Victoria has the infrastructure in place to transition to renewable energy.
Elevate your career in renewable energy and help preserve the world around us for future generations.
VicGrid is leading the charge in delivering ground-breaking projects across Victoria. We are an energised team and passionate about the innovative work we deliver. We trust, support, value and nurture our people, as we strive to create a sustainable future for Victorian communities.
We need people with passion, excitement, and capability to work in a fast-paced delivery environment. If you want to be a part of shaping Victoria's renewable energy transition, we want you to work with us.
The Opportunity
VicGrid is looking for an experienced Senior Planning Engineer who can support our work driving Victoria's transition to renewable energy.
Working in a fast-paced and information rich environment in our VTIF Plan team, the Senior Planning Engineer will work with both internal and external stakeholders to undertake an interesting body of work including power system analysis, providing strategic advice and assisting in the development of long-term reform plans, that will contribute to the Victorian Transmission Plan (VTP) and Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) development.
You will be part of a growing and supportive team of professionals who are committed to continuous improvement and making a difference by building support for the energy transition.
If this sounds like a program you want to be a part of, keep reading to find out some the things you will be responsible for delivering and some of the skills and experience you will bring with you. You can also refer to the Position Description for more information.
What you will deliver

• Working collaboratively with various stakeholders such as consultants, AEMO, NSPs and inhouse teams, you will be responsible for leading these discussions and providing advice regarding REZ development and transmission infrastructure.
• Engage in the development and presentation of various expert communications such as briefings, correspondence, submissions and reports to various audiences including Ministers, departmental Executives and other stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative working relationships with various internal and external stakeholders and provide timely, informative and appropriate communications.
• Represent VicGrid at various program forums, conferences and meetings and ensuring accurate advice and information is provided to support any key decisions which are being made

What you will bring

• Knowledge and experience in renewable energy project development, electricity demand forecasting, energy at risk and cost-benefit modelling, TAPR/DAPR, RIT-T, TCPR, will be highly desirable.
• A keen knowledge of Electricity Transmission System operation, planning and economics.
• Familiarity with PSS/E or PSCAD for steady state and dynamic analysis.
• Well-honed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to build and maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you.
What we offer you
We are committed to creating a workplace that inspires and engages you. Joining our new organisation as it establishes its footprint empowers and provides you with the opportunity to influence and shape our culture as well as providing:

• Career advancement and professional development opportunities
• Mental health and wellbeing offerings through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which is extended to team members and their families for work and personal issues
• Annual salary increases and incremental performance-based payments over the course of your employment
• Annual leave loading of 17.5% payment on top of your base salary when you take annual leave and ability to purchase additional leave

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace
VicGrid is an Administrative Office established in relation to the Victorian Department of Energy, Environment and Climate (DEECA). VicGrid welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.
Other relevant information:
If you are current Victorian Public Service (VPS) employee, employed on an ongoing, fixed term or casual basis you are eligible to apply for this role. People on labour hire contracts, such as agency staff and contractors, are not eligible to apply.
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Should there be an opportunity for an ongoing appointment, these will only be available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
This is a fixed term position available for two years from commencement date. The work location for this position is 2 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, with Hybrid work arrangements available.
For further information please refer to the attached position description.
Applications close at 11:59pm on Tuesday,