Job description
Our Energy Management Team is looking for an Energy Trading Analyst to manage the performance of Neoen's trading algorithms in real-time markets, reporting to the Software and Market Operations Lead.
The Energy Management team is responsible for overseeing and optimising Neoen's market-leading portfolio in Australia's energy markets, continuously improving performance and maintaining compliance with market & contractual constraints. The team is defined by a combination of market expertise, advanced quantitative capabilities and software development skills.
Neoen develops and maintains a suite of software systems to optimise the revenue of its assets across a range of services (energy, frequency regulation and contingency services, network services), while minimising their risk exposure. These systems interact with the energy markets on the east and west coasts of Australia, Neoen's physical power stations, external customers, forecasting models, and Neoen's real-time Operations Control Centre in Canberra. Your responsibilities include the following:
- Develop an expert-level understanding of Neoen's algorithmic trading strategies, AEMO's dispatch processes (NEM and WEM), and market-facing aspects of Neoen's physical operations ;
- Perform real-time operation and analysis of Neoen's dispatch and forecasting algorithms in real-time markets across Australia, alongside Neoen's Operations Control Centre team ;
- Monitor and report P&L ;
- Perform in-depth analysis of market conditions, constraints and competitor strategies ;
- Develop, analyse, validate and implement new strategies into Neoen's production algorithms, in collaboration with the Energy Management team ;
- Develop, measure and report quantifiable benchmarks of Neoen's performance against competitors ;
- Contribute directly to the codebase behind Neoen's trading algorithms, data pipelines, analysis platforms, AI frameworks and risk management software.
This role offers growth into Neoen's algorithm development team as you build a deep understanding of our trading systems and the practices we use to develop them.
Profile
The candidate will need the following skills and experience to succeed in this role:
- Degree in engineering, mathematics, science or related field ;
- First experience in energy trading or modelling risk in Australia's energy/financial markets ;
- Strong understanding of AEMO's NEM Dispatch Engine ;
- Experience applying first-principles thinking to understand, reverse-engineer and elucidate complex systems ;
- Proven experience developing software or analysing data with python, SQL and/or data visualisation tools ;
- Exceptional attention to detail and curiosity ;
- Excellent communication skills, and proven ability to understand complex concepts and explain them simply ;
- Strong appetite for innovation, quality, and performance improvement for some of Australia's largest clean energy assets.
We highly regard the following qualities:
- Experience delivering operational software or data engineering pipelines ;
- Enthusiasm to build and improve the tools you use each day ;
- A love for competition.
About this role
About Neoen Australia
Company Overview
Neoen Australia, a subsidiary of Neoen
HeadquartersSydney, NSW, Australia
Founded2008
SizeApproximately 75 employees globally (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of $351.9 million in FY 2024 (source: rocketreach.co).
What They Do
Neoen Australia operates as the Australian arm of the French renewable energy company Neoen, focusing on the development, financing, construction, and operation of renewable energy assets. The company specializes in solar photovoltaic (PV) farms, onshore wind farms, and battery energy storage systems (BESS), playing a pioneering role in integrating large-scale grid-support storage into hybrid projects that combine generation and dispatchable power (source: neoen.com). Their services encompass the entire lifecycle of energy projects, often secured through power purchase agreements (PPAs), such as the baseload PPA for the 412 MW Goyder wind farm paired with the Blyth Battery, which ensures a reliable energy supply to off-takers (source: neoen.com). Neoen Australia targets utility-scale markets, serving grid operators like ElectraNet and AEMO, as well as corporate off-takers and retail energy providers, emphasizing competitive levelized costs of energy through efficient project execution (source: wikipedia.org). The company differentiates itself through end-to-end project control, global scale, and innovation in BESS technology, such as the expansion of the Hornsdale facility, which has positioned it ahead of competitors in the renewable energy sector (source: wikipedia.org).
Projects & Track Record
Neoen Australia has been involved in several high-profile projects that showcase its capabilities in renewable energy. Notable completed projects include the Hornsdale Power Reserve in South Australia, which features a 150 MW/193.5 MWh BESS and was commissioned in 2017, later expanded in 2020 to become the world's first large-scale Tesla battery providing frequency control services (source: wikipedia.org). Another significant project is the Victorian Big Battery, which has a capacity of 300 MW/450 MWh and was commissioned in December 2021, although it was divested to HMC Capital in August 2025 (source: wikipedia.org). The Western Downs Green Power Hub in Queensland is also noteworthy, featuring Australia's largest solar farm at 460 MWp alongside the Western Downs Battery with a capacity of 212 MW/424 MWh (source: neoen.com). Ongoing projects include the Goyder South Stage 1 wind farm (412 MW) and the Collie Battery, which is set to be one of the world's most powerful BESS at 219 MW/877 MWh, highlighting Neoen's commitment to expanding its renewable energy footprint (source: wikipedia.org).
Recent Developments
In recent years, Neoen Australia has undergone significant changes and developments. In early 2024, Brookfield Asset Management announced the full acquisition of Neoen's share capital, which included the regulatory-mandated divestment of the Victorian Big Battery to HMC Capital on August 1, 2025 (source: wikipedia.org). Additionally, the company executed a €750 million capital increase in March 2023 aimed at boosting its capacity by 50%, particularly focusing on storage solutions (source: neoen.com). Construction has commenced on several major projects, including the Collie Battery and Goyder South Stage 1, with expectations for operational launches in 2024-2025 (source: neoen.com). By September 2025, Neoen aims to reach a total capacity of 8.5 GW, reflecting a significant growth trajectory since its IPO in 2018 (source: wikipedia.org).
Working There
Neoen Australia offers a variety of roles across its operations, including positions in development, engineering, construction management, energy trading, finance, and operations. The company is headquartered in Sydney, with project sites located in Queensland, South Australia, and Western Australia, indicating a broad geographic presence (source: neoen.com). The organizational structure includes departments focused on project development, energy management, construction oversight, and corporate functions, showcasing a diverse range of expertise among its staff (source: neoen.com). The company culture is characterized by a close-knit team environment, fostering loyalty and pride in achievements, which is further supported by initiatives aimed at engaging youth and promoting internal mobility (source: neoen.com). While specific benefits are not publicly detailed, the high-growth nature of the company suggests competitive compensation packages aligned with industry standards (source: rocketreach.co).
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