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Horizon Power

System Controller

Posted on Nov. 22, 2024

Bentley, Australia
0 - 0 USD (yearly)

Full Time

System Controller

Shape your career, reshape WA’s energy future
More than 35 employee benefits including a recognition and rewards’ program
$120K to $135K + Super + approx $60K allowances

Shape WA’s energy future and enjoy a career you can be proud of

It’s an exciting time to work in the energy industry, with extensive opportunities for long-term personal and professional growth.

As we deliver energy solutions across the largest geographical area of any Australian power provider, we listen to and work with our communities, our customers and our team. We’re responding to the challenges presented by a changing climate and leading the transition to a low carbon, renewable energy future.

We’re privileged to work with, live alongside and respect the culture of First Nations peoples who first understood the energy of this land.

System Controller
Joining our team means you’ll be part of something that really matters. As our System Controller, you will be based in Bentley and participate in an attractive shift work roster which supports our 24 hour, 7 day a week operation. At Horizon Power we offer an outstanding work environment to effectively manage contemporary power systems across regional Western Australia.

This is a permanent full-time position.

Your role will include:

Monitoring and controlling 38 power system across regional Western Australia including:

o North West Interconnected System (NWIS) in the Pilbara; and
o Non-Interconnected System (NIS) across the State

Dispatching generation in the NWIS to match load and changing conditions on the system
Monitoring all weather-related events using a variety of systems and respond to ensure safety and security of supply is maintained
Monitoring a trouble call system and dispatch fault jobs to the relevant regional workforce and contractors, including triage alarms to better inform the response
Liaising with our regional workforce, contractors and independent power producers to deliver efficient and effective outcomes with respect to works delivery and fault response
Coordinating outages to maintain system security and reliability
Creating, checking and implementing operational switching schedules to enable safe access to the power system in both planned and fault response situations
Creating, reviewing and following robust processes to deliver repeatable positive outcomes
Responding to emergency situations to maintain safety for the community using a variety of system control and monitoring interfaces
Communicating effectively the status of emerging issues and threats to our power systems to our regional workforce, contractors, managers, and executives
Interacting with technical experts to inform responses to complex issues

You will have:

Electrical trade qualifications; or Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering
Extensive experience in the operation and control of power systems
Sound understanding of power system fundamentals including management of generation, renewables, and power flows across complex high voltage and low voltage networks
Experience in high voltage switching
Experience in generation dispatch and coordination, including the management of real and reactive power, spinning reserve for system security and efficiency as well as frequency and voltage control
Foundational knowledge in planning and design of power systems, including protection systems
Proficient computer skills

Our employees enjoy real rewards and recognition including:

Working on impressive renewable energy projects across WA
13 weeks long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
Paid parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers
Special family leave of up to 10 days paid, non-cumulative
Top up Personal Leave (up to 500 hours)

Our workplace culture is created through every interaction, every experience and everything we do.
Across our organisation, we recognise and reward people and offer work that works with you. We’re committed to equality and celebrate the diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, and all characteristics that make our Horizon Power team so special. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

If you want more amazing reasons of why Horizon Power should be your employer of choice, check our careers page to find out more. https://www.horizonpower.com.au/about-us/careers/

Are you ready for something that’s bigger than a job?

If you're excited about the opportunity to join our Horizon Power team and make a real difference in the energy future of WA, we want to hear from you.

Click ‘Apply’ below to get started and attach a cover letter outlining your qualifying skills and experience.

Applications close on Sunday 8 December 2024.

Please note: In some cases, we need to close the advertising earlier than the closing date – so don’t miss your chance!