Real-time System Operations Specialist

At Transgrid, we are building our Control Centre capability to strengthen the resilience of Australia’s high-voltage transmission network. We are seeking a Real-time System Operations Specialist to join our System Resilience team and play a pivotal role in delivering operational technology solutions that will support our control centre well beyond 2031.

About the role

Reporting to the Future Control Centre Manager, this role will bring real world control centre experience into a range of projects, ensuring operational requirements are embedded in technical solutions. From 2026, the position will transition into a product leadership role, managing a small team that deliver value directly to control room operators.

What you’ll do

• Lead and support initiatives including a major SCADA/EMS upgrade
• Translate operational needs into robust technical requirements
• Conduct user acceptance testing, defect resolution and validation of solutions
• Collaborate with technical and operational teams to optimise system design
• Identify and deliver quick wins to improve control room operations by 2026
• Act as delegate for the Future Control Centre Manager when required
• Drive continuous improvement, cultural change and customer-focused outcomes

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience in control centre operations (energy or utilities sector preferred)
• Strong knowledge of operational technology systems in real-time environments
• Understanding of HV transmission networks, control, protection and communication systems
• Experience in user acceptance testing, SCADA systems, and fault finding
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across engineering, IT, and project teams
• Leadership or coordination experience, with the ability to guide small teams
• Resilience, adaptability, and problem-solving skills in dynamic environments

Why this role?

This is a unique opportunity to bring your real-time operational systems expertise into the design of Transgrid’s Control Centre. You’ll play a key role in ensuring new technologies that truly meet the needs of operators, while growing into a product leadership position that will directly influence Australia’s energy future.

Our Values

Transgrids core values encompass safety, achievement, integrity, and service. Prioritising safety above all, the company emphasises making a meaningful impact through achievement, upholding honesty through integrity, and delivering exceptional outcomes for customers and communities through dedicated service. These values are ingrained in the actions and behaviours of Transgrids people, who embody them every day.

Why join us?

At Transgrid, you’ll be part of a team delivering projects that are central to Australia’s energy future. We offer flexible working, professional development, and the opportunity to make a real impact on critical infrastructure. Employees have access to a range of corporate discounts across retail, utilities, travel, health & wellbeing etc, as well as novated leasing options, flexible workplace policies, 20 weeks paid parental leave and more!

Applications close on the September 21st 2025 - Please note, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, and we will assess applications as they are received.

Join us in shaping the future of Australia's energy network. Apply today and be a key part of the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Transgrid is committed to Health and Safety, the Environment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Ethical Practices. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to these areas

We do not accept agency introductions as Transgrid operates a direct sourcing model.