We’re Momentum Energy – a power company owned by Hydro Tasmania, Australia’s largest generator of renewable energy. We’re on a mission to make energy simpler, and more human for customers. And it starts with our people: as we grow, we’re nurturing a culture of belonging, where diverse views and experiences are embraced and everyone is valued and respected. We encourage applications from qualified candidates of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, genders and sexual orientations and are happy to adjust our recruitment processes, even in ways we may not have thought of before.  Please reach out to us about any adjustments or support you may require.

About the role:

The VPP Specialist (Operations Analyst) supports the VPP Lead and VPP Operations Manager as well as the wider Energy Solutions team to deliver and operationalise VPP projects and assist with energy products and propositions for Momentum’s customers – focussing on commercial and industrial customers but also including small to medium enterprise and residential customers.

What you’ll do:

• Working closely with the VPP Lead and VPP Operations Manager on the development and implementation of innovative VPP projects
• Relationship management of internal and external stakeholders to optimise, develop and scale the VPP Product and other energy products and propositions
• Correct technical implementation beginning with documenting specifications through to configuration and coordination of stakeholders
• Onboarding and testing of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), as well as operational aspects such as troubleshooting and settlements
• Support and maintain aspects of the VPP Product including contract management, control optimisation, operations, trading, invoicing etc. to ensure our compliance obligations are met,
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with internal stakeholders (i.e. Trading, Generation Operations, Value Streams, Energy Solutions, Commercial and Customer Growth, Customer Care,  Legal and Compliance  and Finance) to support VPP Product initiatives.

What you’ll bring:

• Experience with Distributed Energy Resource (DER) solutions and/or Virtual Power Plants
• Strong Interpersonal communication skills (both in conversation and in writing) to ensure information is effectively communicated to key stakeholders,
• Able to utilise appropriate data to drive decision making,
• Ability to analyse problems and deliver innovative solutions,
• Knowledge of the National Electricity Market and regulations relevant to DERs
• Previous experience working on a VPP or working as part of a product team and familiar with energy solutions

Further information can be found on the attached Position Description:  PD MOM_ VPP Operations Analyst.pdf

What's in it for you?

You'll work in an incredibly fun and rewarding business that genuinely values its people and customers.

We are super proud of where we work, our workplace and work culture. We pride ourselves on balancing work and home life and offer a truly flexible work environment, a competitive remuneration package, and the opportunity to play a role in Australia’s renewable energy transformation.

Interested but not sure if you tick enough boxes? At Momentum, we believe in the power of unique backgrounds and skillsets. And really, box-ticking is overrated. So even if you feel you don’t meet all the requirements listed, we strongly encourage you to apply. 

For any recruitment enquiries or for any accessibility or workplace adjustment enquires including alternative ways to apply please contact us at david.talamelli@momentum.com.au or +61 402 681 632.