Senior Renewables Asset Engineer
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 Senior Renewables Asset Engineer role is a newly created opportunity in our Future Energy Team based at our Central Park, Perth offices.
You will work collaboratively with the Future Energy team, SynergyRED, business stakeholders, and external consultants to manage Synergy’s operational wind and solar assets, supporting the successful delivery of the organisation’s renewables strategy. This role is responsible for ensuring efficient and cost‑effective operational strategies are implemented across the asset portfolio, maximising performance, reliability, and lifecycle value.
You will provide asset and vehicle management services for a portfolio of operating wind and solar assets, while also supporting the seamless transition of new projects from construction into operations. Responsibilities span the full asset lifecycle—construction, operations, maintenance, and decommissioning—ensuring all contractual obligations, technical requirements, and performance standards are consistently achieved.
Job responsibilities:
- Engage with asset owners, grid operators, landholders, contractors, and regulators to define operational requirements, resolve technical issues, and support commercial and compliance needs across wind and solar farms.
- Develop and maintain operating procedures, maintenance strategies, and performance monitoring frameworks specific to wind turbines and solar PV systems, ensuring compliance with generator performance standards and ISO55001.
- Oversee O&M service providers for wind and solar assets by monitoring availability, performance, maintenance execution, and HSSE compliance, while leading procurement and contract negotiations where required.
- Support handover from construction to operations, conduct engineering reviews of designs and plant modifications, manage grid and connection processes, and analyse asset performance to identify generation and reliability improvements.
- Mentor junior engineers, collaborate within multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to organisational capability by documenting and
What you will bring:
- Degree in Electrical, C&I, or Mechanical Engineering
- WA Class “C” or “C-A” Driver’s Licence
- 5–8 years’ experience in Power station or renewables operation, mechanical, electrical, and C&I engineering maintenance models, policies, and procedures
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.
Please be aware that our application platform will be unavailable during the times listed below due to scheduled outages. During these periods, you will not be able to submit an application. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Outage Schedule (AWST):
Thursday 19 February 7:00pm to Monday 23 February 6:00am
Thank you for your patience as we work to improve our services.
Applications close Monday the 9th of March 2026, however Synergy reserves the right to close applications when a suitable pool of candidates is identified.
Need some help?
Get in touch with our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@synergy.net.au