Planning Engineer

Northern Territory Government

JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title Planning Engineer

Classification Science and Engineering Professional Band 2 Position No. 27446

Job Type Full time Duration Ongoing

Business Unit Power Services Location Darwin

Reports to Manager, Demand and Network Planning Reports to P/No. 28392

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Inclusion and and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment
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recruitment plans Under the Agency’s Special Measures recruitment plan eligible Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority

consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plan, click here

Information for Applications must include a one-page summary about you, a detailed resume and copies of all relevant tertiary
Applicants qualifications listed in your application. For further information for applicants and example applications: click here

Information about If you accept this position, a detailed summary of your merit (including work history, experience, qualifications, skills,
Selected Applicant’s information from referees, etc.) will be provided to other applicants, to ensure transparency and better understanding
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PRIMARY OBJECTIVE

To provide technical expertise in the planning, analysis and development of the electricity network to ensure it remains safe, reliable, compliant and
capable of meeting current and future network requirements. Deliver accurate power-system modelling, forecasting, planning studies and regulatory
inputs to support informed network investment, connection, augmentation and operational decisions.

The “WHAT” to be delivered

Key Responsibilities
• Ensure network compliance with regulations and codes that meet Australia Energy Regulator and Utilities Commission requirements:

o Annual Information Notice (AIN)
o Transmission Distribution Annual Planning Report (TDAPR)
o Power System Review (PSR)

• Assist with developing and maintaining the ratings databases such as power transformer cyclic ratings, transmission line ratings and

distribution feeder ratings.

• Support and progressively lead PowerFactory model governance and TDAPR delivery coordination, including data requests, licence

management, process improvement and model rectification projects.

• Support with load forecasting for distribution feeders, Zone Substations and Subtransmission Substations such as calculating actual maximum

and minimum demands and the forecast values.

• Collaboration and use of computer software to study and advise on engineering matters such as transformer and underground cable ratings

and use master computer models to generate project specific models for distribution system analysis. Analyse results supporting
recommendations regarding network planning, augmentation, design and power system operations.

• Support Senior Engineers in the completion of power system studies such as load flow studies, fault levels using computer simulation software

such as PSS/SINCAL and PowerFactory and assist in preparation of business cases for Capex projects.

• Write technical planning reports.
• Work in partnership on power system network connection studies for new generators, loads and renewables.
• Carry out duties in accordance with Power and Water's safety and environmental policy, safety principles, corporate values

and behaviours.

COMPETENCY PROFILE

“HOW” to do it (Manager of Self profile - refer to Power and Water’s Behavioural Competency Guide)

Ensures accountability Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments

Action orientated Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and
enthusiasm.

Communicates effectively Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of
the unique needs of different audiences.

Customer Focus Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

Collaborates Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared obligations.

Instils trust and values difference Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives while
recognising the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organisation.

LAST UPDATED: February 2020 EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE: __________________________ DATE: ____________

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Job Description Northern Territory Government
Is resilient Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.

Self-development with self-awareness Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal
development channels, using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive
insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

No. of Direct Reports 0 No. of Indirect Reports 0
Key Interactions: Internal and External Stakeholders, Senior Leaders Group, External Customers, All Employees

COMPLIANCE

We expect you to:

• Actively align, support and promote Power and Water Corporation’s (PWC) Values and support building a constructive workplace culture that

celebrates achievement through its people

• Carry out duties in accordance with Power and Water’s Safety and Environmental policies and procedures, working towards our goal of Zero

Harm

• Ensure all activities undertaken as a Power and Water employee comply with Power and Water’s Standards of Behaviour, Management

Standards and Procedures, relevant Acts, legal demands and that you manage all of your activities and responsibilities within the Power and
Water risk management framework

SELECTION CRITERIA

Qualification & Skills Experience

Essential • Electrical Engineering degree recognised for • Demonstrated experience solving complex issues within
Professional Membership with Engineer Australia defined timeframes.

• Understanding of electrical engineering fundamental
• Working knowledge of power system load flow principles and how they are applied to power

software. distribution/transmission networks.
• Demonstrated written and computer skills across • Experience or the ability to learn power system analysis

the Microsoft suite, including Word, Excel macros software to develop models and carrying out technical
and Programming). analysis.

• Demonstrate working knowledge and relevant experience of

the design and construction of power
distribution/transmission networks and renewables
infrastructure.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills reflecting

customer and stakeholder focus and innovative thinking and
ability to work under tight timeframes.

Desirable • Understanding of all areas of energy supply chain • Well-developed experience and knowledge working in
and electricity market. project and procurement management.

• Understanding of basic economic analysis as • Knowledge of the electricity supply industry, including power
applied to project comparison. system operations, power system protection, power system

• Training in power system software packages assets, with renewables integration in small utility sized

PSS/SINCAL and PowerFactory. power systems.

• Demonstrate working knowledge of jurisdictional technical

requirements and regulations and how they are applied.

FURTHER INFORMATION
1. Contact Goutham Maddirala on 0447 813 090 or goutham.maddirala@powerwater.com.au for further information about the position
2. Information about Power and Water Corporation may be viewed at powerwater.com.au
3. The total remuneration package amounts published for this position include base salary, superannuation, annual leave loading.

Apply Online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=354098 Approved August 2026
Vacancy Closes 23/09/2026 Belinda Small, Executive General Manager, Power Services

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