Operations Engineer (Shift)
Core
Monitor and support the real-time operation and dispatch of gas, hydro, and battery energy storage assets in a 24/7 rotating shift environment.
Role type
Shift Operations Engineer (Generation Control)
Builds
Safe and reliable operation of Origin's diverse generation portfolio
Domain
Energy / Power Generation / Grid Operations
Required skills
Engineering or technical qualification, generation operations experience, SCADA/historian system proficiency, analytical problem-solving, engineering judgement in safety-critical situations, operational discipline
Preferred skills
Australian electricity market experience, renewable generation knowledge, condition monitoring, asset performance, automation, data analytics
Technologies
SCADA, historian, operational monitoring tools, AI-enabled operational tools
Responsibilities
Monitor and support real-time operation and dispatch of generation assets; Assess plant capability, operating limits, performance trends, and abnormal conditions; Respond to plant events and coordinate effective responses; Use monitoring systems to analyze asset performance and identify issues; Collaborate with Trading, Engineering, and AEMO for operational decision-making; Support troubleshooting, incident investigations, and technical analysis; Contribute to improvements in MSC processes, procedures, and automation; Participate in 24/7 rotating shift roster including handovers and event response
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
