Venaenergy
Trading Analyst
Australia · Work style not stated · Full time
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- EmployerVenaenergy
- LocationAustralia
- Work styleWork style not stated
- Employment typeFull time
- Employer posted
We are seeking an analytically minded candidate with a passion for the energy industry to join our high performing team and support the market operation and optimisation of Vena Energy Australia’s renewable and battery portfolio in the National Electricity Market (NEM). In this role, you will be directly involved in bidding generation assets into the NEM, analysing market outcomes, and assessing the operational and financial performance of our solar and battery assets.
This is an excellent opportunity for an electricity industry professional, currently working as a Market Analyst or Trade Analyst, who is keen to deepen their exposure to battery storage and spot market operations as part of Australia’s energy transition.
The role includes shift‑based work aligned with peak NEM operating hours, including some non‑business days, reflecting the nature of real‑time market operations.
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Key Responsibilities:
Market Operations
- Contribute to the development of bidding strategies for solar and battery assets
- Execute bidding strategies in the NEM
- Support dispatch oversight, optimisation and ancillary services participation for BESS and solar assets
Market & Asset Analysis
- Analyse NEM spot market outcomes and competitor behaviour
- Review operational and financial performance of solar and battery assets
- Provide insights and recommendations to inform future spot market strategies
Market Intelligence & Modelling
- Analyse forward electricity and renewable certificate markets
- Research industry, regulatory and market developments impacting the NEM
- Develop and maintain analytical tools, models and datasets to support spot trading and decision‑making
Collaboration
- Work closely with Operations & Maintenance and Finance teams to support optimal commercial and operational outcomes
Prerequisites:
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Science or a related discipline
Experience
- 2–3 years’ experience in the electricity industry
- Demonstrated experience in data analysis or market analytics
Technical Skills
- Working knowledge of coding and analytical tools such as Python, SQL and/or R
- Strong quantitative and problem‑solving capability
Personal Attributes
- Curious and proactive in understanding market dynamics
- Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
- Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, operationally driven environment
Why Join Vena Energy?
We offer a competitive salary plus a strong range of employee benefits, including:
- Wellbeing & Family Support – Six days of Flexi Family Leave to support caregiving responsibilities and important life events, such as marriage and birthdays, plus one day of Female Wellness Leave per month for female employees.
- Paid Parental Leave – 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave.
- Professional Development – Access to online learning resources, training opportunities and career development pathways.
- Inclusive Workplace Culture – A collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are valued and supported, with opportunities to connect and collaborate with colleagues across Australia and the wider Vena Group.
- Recognition & Engagement – Vena Stars rewards program, regular social events and team activities.
- Group Insurance – Comprehensive insurance coverage for you and your family.
- Paid Volunteer Leave – Two days per year to give back to your community.
Are you ready to engineer a greener future?
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