Energy Trader

• Coordinate gas & electricity trading, make strategic decisions 
• Competitive salary + annual performance bonus + performance based reviews 
• Sydney based

Delivering good energy starts from within

It’s an exciting time to join Origin. Creating a great place to work means together we’re progressing our ambition to lead the energy transition through cleaner energy and customer solutions. We’re always looking for better ways to deliver for our customers – and for our people.

About the role:

Join Origin Energy as an Energy Trader and play a pivotal role in optimising our long-term energy portfolio through strategic decision-making in dynamic markets. As part of our team, you'll handle tasks such as gas scheduling, trading in multiple gas markets, and strategically bidding power station output into the electricity spot market. You'll also have the opportunity to shape energy market strategies, mentor junior team members, and provide valuable market insights.

Once training is complete, you'll enjoy a well-balanced 24/7 shift roster that prioritises work-life balance. We understand the importance of avoiding long periods of shift work and offer flexible work-from-home arrangements to support later shifts. With clear career progression guidance and exciting project opportunities, Origin Energy is committed to providing you with unique opportunities to make an impact and pave the way for a Senior Trader position.

Why this role matters:

• Manage daily gas nominations and collaborate with internal stakeholders
• Contribute to strategic thinking for gas trading operations, portfolio management, and addressing physical and financial constraints
• Monitor market conditions and devise strategic responses in consultation with management and team members
• Ensure compliance with bidding regulations, meet deadlines, and contribute to system and procedure development for improved efficiency

What will you bring?

We are seeking candidates with a minimum of 3 years of Energy Markets experience, including Energy Trading with Aemo, and a demonstrated understanding of energy market compliance requirements, contracts, and strategy execution. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in market insights, research, and compliance within the dynamic energy industry, along with strong communication skills for informed decision-making and effective implementation. A strong sense of curiosity and enthusiasm to continually learn about the ever-evolving energy market is also highly valued.

So, why join us?

• Discounted Origin products benefits for employees, including Electrical, Gas and Internet offers!
• Hybrid working environment, opportunity to connect with your team in our CBD office while working from home 2/3 days a week
• Competitive salary + annual performance bonus + performance based reviews
• Origin 360 Electric Vehicles (EV) employee subscription offers a fantastic range of EVs, with flexible month-to-month plans and no lock-in contract.
• Free and confidential counselling for employees and family members.
• A great high energy team, that encourages interesting, rewarding, and engaging work!

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse. 
 

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. 

To learn more about who we are, and what we do, visit our website: www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

You will be required to meet Origin's employment criteria which may include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing).

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.