Bring real Squadron Energy. Real people powering real change.

At Squadron Energy, our purpose is to improve the environment for current and future generations — and we’re doing it by backing big ambition with real delivery.

We’re looking for additional, passionate people to join the Squadron family. If you’re motivated by purposeful work, want to contribute to a team transforming Australia’s energy landscape, and you bring the energy to help us deliver at pace — Please! Keep reading...

Squadron Energy is Australia’s leading renewable energy company that develops, operates and owns renewable energy assets in Australia. With proven experience and expertise across the project lifecycle, we work with local communities and our customers to lead the transition to Australia’s clean energy future.

We are 100% Australian owned and have 2 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy in operation and under construction.

Why Squadron?

So, what does it mean to work at Squadron? “Bring real Squadron Energy” — meaning we show up with purpose, we back each other, and we do the right thing while delivering outcomes with safety front of mind, always.

What you’ll experience:

We’re united in purpose

Everyone works towards a shared ambition: transforming Australia’s energy landscape. We collaborate, respect each other, and recognise achievements as we deliver high performance.

We stand for what’s right

We deliver safe and purposeful work that makes a positive difference. Quality and excellence underpin what we do, and we strive to work sustainably for the communities we operate in.

We boldly lead

We’re courageously innovative — we take action, try new things, learn from mistakes, and find better ways to create value. We encourage everyone to learn and grow.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Market Operations Manager, the Market Operations Controller is responsible for the safe and efficient monitoring and control of all Squadron Energy assets under operations, ensuring regulations and compliance are being met. You will be a dedicated team player with high standards and attention to detail, motivated to deliver a first-class professional Monitoring and Control service.

Key Responsibilities

Ensuring safe operation & National Energy Rules/National Electricity Market (NER/NEM) compliance of Squadron Energy’s assets at all times.

Monitor & control of assets via SCADA systems, reacting to plant alerts and contingency events in the NEM.

Interfacing with Network Service Providers (NSP), Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), the wider Squadron Energy operational team and other applicable entities regarding asset outages, generation constraints and/or specific production and network conditions.

Maintain a strong understanding of NER/NEM compliance requirements.

Contributing to NER/NEM compliance plans for Squadron Energy’s assets.

Maximising revenue for Squadron Energy’s assets.

Bidding in the NEM according to internal trading strategies.

Monitoring market dispatch solutions and activities of Squadron Energy’s assets as well as other NEM participants via provided IT systems to optimise dispatch outcomes.

Liaising with maintenance contractors to maximise availability as directed by the Market Operations Manager.

Maintain up-to-date understanding of NEM conditions and developments, particularly in the short/medium term.

Contribute and optimize Squadron Energy’s trading, firming and Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) strategies given prevailing and expected market outcomes, in conjunction with the Energy & Strategy Analyst.

Reporting and Data Analysis.

Audit daily checklists and handovers.

Provide real-time operational and revenue performance statuses of Squadron Energy’s assets as required.

Analysis of operational and revenue data from Squadron Energy’s assets, and the provision of first-line reports to the Squadron Energy team.

Contribute and produce routine operational and revenue reports.

Perform ad-hoc performance analysis as required, present findings and recommend solutions.

Operations Centre Development.

Drafting and maintaining up to date departmental operations procedures and guides in line with Quality Management Policy, in cooperation with the Market Operations Manager.

Maintain strong attention to detail in performing quality control on the output of key Operations Centre (OC) reports and requests, proposing and implementing processes to improve the OC’s production quality as required.

Work closely with the Market Operations Manager in proposing, scoping and leading the development of new tools and processes, improving the OC’s long-term operational, analytical and reporting capabilities.

Develop new and maintain all tools and processes involved in the operation of the OC.

General Responsibilities

Health, safety, and environment

Comply with all workplace health, safety and environmental obligations and report any incidents, hazards and accidents to the safety and environment team.

Administration

Ensure all documentation is stored and recorded on the Squadron Energy document management system.

Reporting

Ensure that issues and risks are escalated/reported to management in a timely manner.

Financial

Adhere to Squadron Energy and project procedures for purchasing and expenditure in compliance with approved budgets.

Stakeholders

Maintain a professional relationship with all project Stakeholders.

Company

Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with Squadron Energy's employee policies and standards.

Skills and experience

Experience and knowledge

A background in Engineering, Data Science, IT or Finance.

Adept in Excel and intermediate in other computer programs such as SCADA systems, SQL or other programming languages.

Working knowledge in the renewables or utility industry (desirable).

Working knowledge in a trading desk, control centre or shift work environment (desirable).

Working knowledge of utility wind and solar power generation and protection components, including SCADA and HMI systems (desirable).

Working knowledge of the National Electricity Market (NEM) dispatch process (desirable).

Skills

Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary.

Ability to understand, implement and develop operating instructions and procedures.

Ability to handle multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy.

Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

High-level organisation skills including well-developed priority-setting skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

Ability to perform under intense and constant operational pressure.

Ability to perform under a rotating roster that includes weekends and night shifts.

Qualifications

Equivalent degree in Engineering, Science or Commerce or relevant work experience.

Squadron's Values-led behaviours

At Squadron, our values underpin the culture we seek to create, and we look for people who live them in day-to-day work.

Our values are:

Humility, Family, Safety, Courage and Determination, Frugality, Stretch Targets, Empowerment, Generating Ideas, Enthusiasm, Integrity.

What this might look like in this role:

You collaborate generously (Family) and build trust (Humility).

You prioritise doing the right thing, including safety and quality (Safety, Integrity).

You act with initiative, learn fast, and improve how work gets done (Generating Ideas, Stretch Targets, Courage and Determination).

What we offer

We’re building a workplace where people feel safe, valued, and empowered to thrive — and our employee experience is designed to match what we say we offer.

Depending on role and location, you can expect:

A culture that supports learning and growth and encourages people to stretch into new challenges.

A team environment where people care about each other and collaborate to get big things done.

Flexibility and positive perks

A generous leave incentive policy to support your health and wellbeing.

Inclusion & belonging

Squadron Energy is committed to a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect, and where diverse backgrounds strengthen our culture, idea generation and outcomes.

We welcome all applicants from all backgrounds including women, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities and veterans and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

As our commitment to advancing our RAP as part of our ongoing efforts towards reconciliation we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

To Apply

If you want to join the Squadron Family and be a part of something bigger, then we encourage you to take the next steps:

Submit your updated resume outlining your relevant experience to date that aligns with the position and associated responsibilities.
Attach a cover letter outlining your motivations behind applying for this role.

Please Note

Appointment to this position will be subject to reference checks, a National Police Check and other applicable background screening if required.

A friendly reminder to recruitment agencies...
Squadron Energy does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies. Any CV's will not be considered as an 'introduction'.

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