Squadron Energy is Australia’s leading renewable energy company that develops, operates and owns renewable energy assets in Australia. With proven experience and expertise across the project lifecycle, we work with local communities and our customers to lead the transition to Australia’s clean energy future.
We are 100% Australian owned and have 1.1 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy in operation and 900MW under construction.
Why work with us?
Our goal is to improve the environment for current and future generations by leading Australia’s transition to renewable energy. Our people are driven by their passion to make a meaningful difference in the world, to their families and friends, and to themselves.
Though we are united by this common goal, we view the tremendous diversity in our team’s cultural, personal, and professional backgrounds as one of our greatest assets. This sense of camaraderie and cross-disciplinary expertise spurs drive and commitment to the growth of our business.
Lead Australia’s clean energy future. Bring real Squadron Energy.
At Squadron Energy, we’re transforming Australia’s energy landscape by developing and operating one of the nation’s largest pipelines of wind, solar and battery projects. We’re a team of real people powering real change — united in purpose, boldly leading, and standing for what’s right.
We are now seeking a Grid Connection Manager to help ensure our projects achieve technically robust, commercially sound and future‑ready connections to the National Electricity Market (NEM).
This role sits at the heart of the clean energy transition, working across feasibility, design, connection approval, testing and commissioning for utility‑scale renewable and storage projects.
Why work with us?
Our goal is to improve the environment for current and future generations by leading Australia’s transition to renewable energy. Our people are driven by their passion to make a meaningful difference in the world, to their families and friends, and to themselves.
Though we are united by this common goal, we view the tremendous diversity in our team’s cultural, personal, and professional backgrounds as one of our greatest assets. This sense of camaraderie and cross-disciplinary expertise spurs drive and commitment to the growth of our business.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Senior Manager - Grid & Electrical Engineering, the Grid Connection Manager, will play a pivotal technical and strategic role in ensuring Squadron Energy’s wind, solar and storage projects achieve technically robust, commercially sound and timely grid connections. You’ll act as the organisation’s subject matter expert in NER compliance, AEMO processes, TNSP/DNSP engagement, and grid performance risk management — guiding projects from feasibility through commissioning.
What You’ll Do:
Technical Leadership
- Lead and coordinate grid connection strategies across multiple concurrent utility‑scale projects.
- Oversee PSSE/PSCAD modelling, GPS preparation, negotiation and connection application packages.
- Provide strategic advice on network constraints, system strength, REZ opportunities and BoP integration.
- Engage with AEMO, NSPs, EnergyCo and OEMs as the project’s technical representative.
Delivery Excellence
- Ensure grid requirements are incorporated through design, procurement, testing and commissioning stages.
- Review technical deliverables, ensure compliance with NER requirements, and maintain quality assurance on modelling, studies and contractor inputs.
- Identify emerging risks and opportunities across the portfolio and guide mitigation strategies.
People & Capability
- Mentor junior engineers and uplift the broader team’s connection capability.
- Drive strong cross‑functional collaboration across Development, Delivery, Operations and Commercial.
What You’ll Bring
Technical Skills
- Deep understanding of NER, AEMO connection processes and TNSP/DNSP technical requirements.
- High proficiency in PSSE, PSCAD or PowerFactory modelling.
- Strong engineering judgement with the ability to influence complex technical and commercial decisions.
Leadership Capabilities
Engage
- Build high‑performing technical teams, foster collaboration and communicate purpose with clarity.
Perform
- Execute strategy, make quality decisions quickly and drive commercial outcomes aligned with organisational goals.
Transform
- Lead through change, adapt with resilience, and champion innovation in grid connection methods and technologies.
Why Squadron Energy?
You’ll join a purpose‑driven organisation with a strong national footprint and the ambition to transform the energy future.
What we offer
- Purposeful, nation‑shaping work on large‑scale renewables.
- A dynamic and supportive team — “Real people powering real change.”
- Flexible working options and wellbeing‑focused benefits.
- Opportunities to learn, grow and contribute across the full engineering lifecycle.
- A culture built on collaboration, action and integrity — Bring real Squadron Energy.
These themes are rooted into our business and lived throughout our projects, people and culture.
Ready to lead Australia’s next era of renewable energy?
If you’re a strategic thinker with deep technical credibility and a passion for building a cleaner grid, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact our Talent Acquisition team for a confidential discussion.
To Apply
Squadron Energy is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
If you want to make a meaningful difference in this world then we encourage you to take the next steps:
• Submit your updated resume outlining your relevant experience to date.
• Attach a cover letter outlining your motivations behind applying for this role.
Please Note
Appointment to this position will be subject to reference checks, a National Police Check and other applicable background screening if required.
Squadron Energy does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies. Any unsolicited CVs received will not be considered, and no fees will be paid for such submissions.
To Apply
Squadron Energy is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
If you want to make a meaningful difference in this world then we encourage you to take the next steps:
• Submit your updated resume outling your relevant experience to date.
• Attach a cover letter outlining your motivations behind applying for this role.
Please Note
Appointment to this position will be subject to reference checks, a National Police Check and other applicable background screening if required.
Squadron Energy does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies. Any unsolicited CVs received will not be considered, and no fees will be paid for such submissions.
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What We Do
Squadron Energy is Australia’s leading renewable energy company that develops, operates and owns renewable energy assets in Australia. With proven experience and expertise across the project lifecycle, we work with local communities and our customers to lead the transition to Australia’s clean energy future.
