GRID CONNECTIONS COORDINATOR

Grid Connections Coordinator 

At Ampol, we believe in the Power of Us - the extraordinary power of people to connect, act, and make a difference.   

As a leading energy company operating across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and from the United States, our work spans fuel supply, energy solutions, convenience retail, infrastructure, trading and shipping. Every role at Ampol plays a part in something bigger - powering progress for our customers, communities, and people.   

Your career here is yours to shape. We back our people with real opportunities, the tools to grow, and a culture that rewards ownership and initiative. Whether you’re deepening your expertise or taking on something new, we’ll support you to power a career that works for you.   

We’re building a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued - because when people are free to be themselves, powerful things happen. 

About Energy Solutions 

Our Energy Solutions team is leading Ampol’s response to the energy transition -developing lower carbon solutions for customers and reducing our own emissions. We’re investing in future-focused technologies and services, from EV charging and hydrogen to carbon offsets and biofuels. 

This is where bold ideas meet real-world execution. We work across geographies and capabilities to help shape a low carbon future - making the energy transition easier for customers and communities. 

About the role 

The role is responsible for providing support to the Grid Connections function, to ensure all grid connection activities are delivered efficiently and in compliance with regulatory requirements. The role will actively assist  

Deployment Managers by coordinating and documenting grid connection processes, helping to streamline approvals and maintain alignment between deployment timelines and network connection milestones. 

This is a permanent, full-time role based in our Alexandria HQ with a hybrid working arrangement. 

Key responsibilities 

• Assist in preparing and submitting grid connection applications to Distribution Network Service Providers (DNSPs) and other relevant authorities, primarily for EV charging infrastructure and associated network alterations. 

• Gather and validate technical data required for grid connection designs and approvals. 

• Maintain accurate records of connection agreements, permits, and compliance documentation. 

• Update project tracking tools and provide status reports on grid connection activities. 

• Document Management: Maintain a local document management system for an office or department. 

• Knowledge Management System: Help others get the most out of knowledge management systems by offering support and advice. 

Qualifications & Experience 

• Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience). 
  Experience using MS Office Suite and basic project management and tracking tools such as Clarity and Power BI for reporting and dashboards. 

• Strong communication and coordination skills for stakeholder engagement. 

• Adaptability, collaboration and problem solving under tight timeframes. 

• Verbal Communication: Works with full competence to express ideas, request actions, and formulate plans by means of clear and effective verbal communication. Typically works without supervision and may provide technical guidance. 

• Project Schedule Management: Works with full competence to identify, sequence, and resource project schedules for timely completion. Typically works without supervision and may provide technical guidance. 

• Planning and Organising: Works with full competence to plan, organise, prioritise and oversee activities to efficiently meet objectives. Typically works without supervision and may provide technical guidance. 

Benefits 

• Our total remuneration is competitive. This is across base salary, car allowance, a company performance incentive, employee share offers and a 25% discount on Fuel for two privately used cars!  

• We are flexible. Many of our teams have embraced hybrid work, balancing time spent remote working, with time spent at an office to connect and work together where it adds value.  

• Remote Working: Support for up to 3 months remote international working (conditional to 5 days paid leave for every 30 days of remote work).  

• We value recognition.  We have an internal recognition platform amplifying the achievements of those who do great work and demonstrate our capabilities and values.  

•  Career development and learning opportunities including LinkedIn Learning and other tailored training solutions.  

• Baby Care Package - financial and flexible support for parents transitioning back to work.  

• Need some wheels? Novated Lease options are available.  

• Invest in your future with the Employee Share Scheme  

• Leave Options – Up to 6 weeks annual leave and additional Wellbeing leave days.  

• Care for your Community. Spend one paid day a year volunteering with one of our Ampol Foundation partners.   

Want to take your career to the next level? Apply today.