Engineering Leader

Energy Australia is seeking an Engineering Leader for the Tallawarra Power Station in New South Wales. The role involves driving asset performance, managing engineering teams, ensuring compliance, and improving plant operations. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and extensive experience in power generation. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential. The company promotes an inclusive culture and is committed to a clean energy future.
About Us

Globally, energy markets are in transition to a net zero future and the entities within these markets are transforming their underlying business models to ensure that they stay relevant, sustainable and profitable. As one of Australia’s largest energy providers, we are proud of our purpose to lead and accelerate the clean energy transformation for all.

This is where you come in!

About the role

As our new Engineering Leader at Tallawarra Power Station, you’ll drive asset performance, lead risk management, and ensure regulatory compliance. Overseeing a team of engineers, you’ll collaborate across functions to solve complex plant issues and drive continuous improvement for safe and reliable operations.
• Lead and develop the engineering team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee asset management strategies, ensuring reliability, compliance, and optimal plant performance.
• Manage technical changes and process safety, ensuring modifications meet regulatory and operational standards.
• Analyze plant performance, implement efficiency improvements, and drive engineering project execution.
• Ensure quality, compliance, and financial oversight, optimizing budgets and procurement processes.
• Conduct failure investigations, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operations.

About you
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably in electrical, mechanical, or related field. Advanced degree or certified professional engineering (CPEng) is desirable.
• 5+ years of experience in engineering leadership roles within the power generation industry, or 10 years of experience in other relevant industries, with a demonstrated track record of success in managing engineering teams and executing complex projects.
• Strong technical expertise in power generation systems, equipment design, maintenance practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategic plans, drive innovation, and achieve results in a dynamic and challenging environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and collaborate cross-functionally.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, environmental standards, and quality management systems applicable to power generation facilities.

If you share our passion for a clean energy future for all and want to join us #Doing. Not just dreaming, then click the 'Apply’ button.

For further information, please contact Michael McGookin at Michael.mcgookin@energyaustralia.com.au

Why Us?

We’re committed to providing an inclusive culture so our people can bring their whole selves to work and have a sense of belonging. From our PRISM network that creates a positive culture for LGBTI employees to our Reconciliation Action Plan that has commitments to strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations, it’s a workplace where everyone’s welcome.