Connections Projects Coordinator

• $149,387 base + 16.5% Super + a fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
• Based at either Sydney or Newcastle headquarters
• 7-month Fixed Term Full-time Opportunity

About Ausgrid – we’re wired for good

We’re the largest distributer of electricity on Australia’s east coast, which means over two million homes and businesses rely on our good work. We’re here at the heart of the energy transition, and we’re driven by a powerful purpose to make electricity accessible for all.

It’s an exciting new chapter for our company with each day bringing a renewed energy to how we deliver, store and use electricity. As we continue to grow, we’re in search of exceptional talent to help us achieve our goals.

Everyone’s job is important here. Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We’re committed to fostering a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace, and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

See yourself working here

Reporting to the Generation & Storage Connection Manager, the Connections Projects Coordinator will be managing and facilitating new embedded generation connections to Ausgrid’s network. Energy system transformation is accelerating along with the shift to renewables, this reflects Australia’s net zero emissions target in which Ausgrid and the Generation & Storage team have a part to play. 

The connections managed by the team include large-scale embedded generators that require sub-transmission connections and technical assessments to be completed in accordance with the requirements of National Electricity Rules and standards deployed by Ausgrid.  

In this role you will be required to work closely with both internal and external stakeholders to deliver connection services to our customers that will empower the energy system transformation. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Developing and documenting detailed connection requirements by engaging the expertise of multiple internal teams.  
• Facilitating negotiation of required customer outcomes with internal and external stakeholders.  
• Performing and coordinating review of detailed network augmentation design and power system model submissions made by external parties. 
• Building financial estimates provided to proponents for network connection services.   
• Providing design and engineering support throughout project construction phases. 
• Oversee the connection process to ensure delivery against agreed timelines and requirements.
• Minimisation of safety hazards within the resultant design solutions through the consideration of safety throughout the design process.

What you bring to the role

Our hiring decisions are not only based on your experience and skills, but your passion, attitude, and alignment to our core values.

To be successful, you will have:

• Bachelor of Engineering Degree (Electrical) giving entitlement to full membership of Engineers Australia OR an Advanced Diploma in an electrical or relevant engineering discipline (or equivalent).

• A mature understanding of the regulatory environment and national electricity rules that connecting embedded generators must comply with.  
• Well-developed knowledge of the electrical distribution and sub-transmission system covering the design, construction, and operation of the electricity distribution network. 
• Proven conceptual and analytical skills with the demonstrated ability to problem solve and document solutions. 
• Superior communication and negotiation skills in managing the multiple internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, that will be involved in an embedded generator connection project. 
• Ability to form and participate in cross and multi-functional teams focused on problem solving, innovation and project execution. 
• Experience in studies, investigations, reporting, analysis and / or risk assessment relevant to embedded generation connecting to the electricity network.

Life at Ausgrid

At Ausgrid, we go beyond just a competitive salary to offer an exciting range of benefits. From salary sacrificing electric vehicles and novated leasing, to discounted corporate health insurance and access to Fitness Passport, our benefits support your work here, and your life out there.

Celebrate success every day with our employee recognition program to bring out each other’s best. Looking to grow professionally? We’ve got you covered with study assistance, secondments, training and mentors, whose advice you’ll keep wherever you go.

We’re proud to offer gender-neutral parental leave to balance work when growing your family. And if you’re caring for elderly parents, our aged care support services offer expert guidance to help you access care for your loved ones. At Ausgrid, it's all about supporting you in every aspect of life.

If you require support with your application/reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please reach out to our dedicated Talent Team recruitment@ausgrid.com.au.

Application close date: 15th March 2026 (please note, this date is subject to early closure)

Applicants must have full Australian work rights to apply.