Renewable Energy Electrical Lead

Perth

We're leading Western Australians to their intelligent energy future.

And we want you to be part of it.

You might know us as Western Australia's largest electricity generator and energy retailer, supporting 1.2 million customers across the state.

But what you might not know, is that we’re investing in renewable energy projects, including wind farms and big batteries, to help build a more sustainable and reliable future.

Our Big Battery is now live in Kwinana, we’re expanding the Warradarge Wind Farm, the WA EV Network has launched, and we have many other projects in the works.

We're a purpose-driven organisation, owned by the people of WA. Our commitment is to ensure all Western Australians have access to secure, reliable, and sustainable energy.

We believe that the benefits of renewable energy aren’t just for some, they're for everyone.

This is where you come in.

Role Description:

The Renewable Energy Electrical Lead is a newly created opportunity in our Future Energy Team based at our Central Park Office in Perth.

The purpose of this role is to lead the DER (Distributed Energy Resources) Performance team as part of the DER Operations area, to provide ownership of Synergy DER assets and VPP fleets and manage their long-term outcomes and objectives.

Job responsibilities:

Long term planning of Synergy DER asset and VPP fleet dispatch, operations, maintenance, asset management plans and lifecycle.
Inform the wider DER Operations function of key constraints for asset operation and dispatch.
Ownership of contract management functions for DER market services.
Support Synergy projects and development as a subject matter expert (SME).
Use operational data to continuously improve long term operating models, asset and fleet objectives and constraints.
DER solar and residential battery dispatch orchestration.

What you will bring:

Electrical trade qualification, Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Tertiary level degree qualification in a relevant field.
Bring Subject Matter experience in Renewable Energy Processes
Demonstrated ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience auditing and updating processes as delivery evolves.
Knowledge of OH&S obligations.

So, what's it like working for Synergy?

As one of Australia's most trusted utility brands, we value our customers, the community we operate in, and our people. When you work with us, you'll be joining an inclusive and proactive organisation, one that enables innovative thinking, accountable leadership, and collaboration. It's how we're creating an exceptional workplace, and we want you to be part of it.

At Synergy we have a wide range of benefits designed to help you balance your work and home life, support your health and wellbeing along with having access to professional development opportunities.

Here's a just a few of the benefits you'll have access to as a Synergy employee:

Flexible work arrangements
Generous paid parental leave
Other leave options including reproductive and purchased annual leave
Volunteer leave so you can give back to your community
Learning and development opportunities

More details can be found here

At Synergy we believe in creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and feel a true sense of belonging. We're proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by the Diversity Council of Australia. We celebrate our diversity and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups.

Have we sparked your interest? We hope so. It’s an exciting time for energy in Western Australia – and you’re connected to it.

Click 'Apply' below to get started with your application.

Applications close Sunday the 26th of July 2026, however Synergy reserves the right to close applications when a suitable pool of candidates is identified.

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Need some help?

Get in touch with our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@synergy.net.au