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12 month contract. Shape Australia's energy future with impactful anaysis and insights. Use your R programming skills (preferred, possibly Python) to forecast energy, and your eye for detail to check existing draft forecasts. Able to work in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adeaide or Perth. Programming expertise - R preferred. Hybrid working, excellent company culture. Great benefits and generous salary.
AEMO at the Heart of Energy
AEMO is Australia's independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO's purpose is to ensure safe, reliable, and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians. Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this.
We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to influence the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around Character, Commitment, and Connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant mission in the energy sector.
About The Role
The Sector Coupling Analyst contributes to high-quality medium- to long-term forecasts of electricity and gas demand, with a focus on CER and emerging molecular fuels. With strong programming skills, the Analyst applies a range of forecasting techniques—including machine learning, statistical, econometric, and engineering-based methods—to generate insights that inform strategic decisions.
The role involves clear documentation and communication of analytical work to support internal collaboration and the production of stakeholder-facing materials such as public presentations and publications.
As a collaborative team member and strategic thinker, the Analyst brings new ideas, researches market trends, and contributes to scenario development. They interpret complex information to understand evolving industry sectors, especially during disruptive change, and engage with internal and external stakeholders to develop robust forecasts and advice.
This is a 12 month fixed term contract position covering a leave position.
What You Will Be Doing
Apply intermediate R (or Python) skills to clean, transform, visualise data sets, refine forecasting models and produce clear, reproducible analysis
Conduct quality checks
Communicate via graphs, oral reports, written reports and presentations
Perform research, guided by more senior team members
Plan own work and effectively report status.
Dimensions of the position
Apply economic theory, behavioural economics, and modelling techniques to build and test forecasts for consumer demand in gas and electricity
Develop clear, publication-ready technical and business reports that explain complex analysis in simple, accessible terms
Communicate forecasting methods and outcomes effectively to both internal and external stakeholders
Analyse market and industry developments to identify issues affecting the energy sector and enhance AEMO's forecasting services
Contribute to continuous improvement by offering constructive feedback and supporting team development initiatives.
What You Will Bring To The Role
Education
Bachelor in quantitative field, or higher. Statistical knowledge well regarded.
Experience and Knowledge
Awareness of energy markets
Commercial thinking, business case development
Prior work experience in gas and/or electricity sector
Strong quantitative analysis capability utilising databases and spreadsheets to design and run data analysis.
Sound knowledge of energy market principles, NEM, WEM, or gas markets dispatch process, generator behaviour, network constraints, and power system operation.
In Return Some Of Our Benefits To You
Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave options
Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.
Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
About Our Process
AEMO values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, welcoming applications from all backgrounds without regard to age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, parental status, race, or religion. We are dedicated to accommodating applicants' needs during the application or interview process, simply let the us know by emailing us at
If you would like to know more about working at AEMO, please check out our careers page for more information.
Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Business Development and Sales
Industries Utilities
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