Senior Energy Analyst

Reference #
- 32385
- Posted on
- 24 Sep 2025
- Closes on
- 08 Oct 2025 21:00
- Location(s)
- Auckland Office, Hamilton Office
- Expertise
- Analyst
- Job level(s)
- Experienced
- Work type(s)
- Permanent full-time

**In the moment, for the future**:
At Genesis, we're always looking ahead - to new possibilities, smarter solutions, and a better energy future for Aotearoa New Zealand. Every role here plays a part in shaping what's next, whether it's through cutting-edge technology, bold thinking, or everyday excellence. If you're driven by progress and inspired by purpose, this is your chance to be part of something remarkable. Step into a career where your actions today help power tomorrow.

**What you'll do**:
We have a rare opportunity for a Senior Energy Analyst to join our Portfolio Management team in Auckland. This is an exciting, high-impact role in a complex part of our business that manages our current and future electricity portfolio, carbon obligations, and diversified fuel types - gas, oil, and LPG.

Reporting to our Portfolio Analytics Manager, your key responsibilities include:

- Lead in-depth analysis of market trends and portfolio performance, evaluating the impact of hydrology, outages, fuels, regulations, policies, and financial contracts on Genesis' risk and opportunity profile.
- Develop, maintain, and enhance reporting frameworks to deliver timely and accurate insights on current and forecast hedge positions, hydro, electricity, and gas demand, as well as generation and dispatch.
- Manipulate and explore large, complex datasets to identify patterns, trends, and opportunities in energy markets.
- Provide expert analytical guidance to trading, fuels, and management teams, supporting strategic decision-making and portfolio optimisation.
- Mentor and support junior analysts, fostering a culture of analytical rigor and continuous improvement.

**What you'll need**:
We are seeking someone with a proven track record in energy or related markets, demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility and impact in analysis and commercial decision-making.
- Extensive analytical experience in quantitative financial, commercial, or energy market roles.
- A degree qualification in a quantitative discipline e.g., Engineering, Science, Mathematics IT combined with commercial discipline - Finance, Economics, Accounting.
- Advanced Excel and SQL knowledge and experience using high performance data analysis tools such as R or Matlab.
- Strong commercial acumen with a business-oriented mindset.
- Demonstrated ability to analyse and interpret complex problems, develop insights, and recommend actionable solutions.
- Collaborative, proactive, and engaging style, capable of influencing a wide range of stakeholders across the business.
- Experience mentoring or leading junior team members is highly desirable.

**How we'll help you thrive**:
At Genesis, we know that every moment matters - it's not just about the mahi today, it's also all the other benefits that set you up for a thriving future.

Some of our benefits include:

- Southern Cross medical insurance, plus life, trauma and income protection insurances
- Electricity and gas discounts and an extra 20 Power Shout hours per year
- Up to 4% match on KiwiSaver contributions or 3% with our GenSaver allowance
- Flexible working and leave options to support you to balance personal and professional needs
- Annual wellbeing allowance, access to Best Doctors online service for you and your family and other wellbeing offerings
- Career development opportunities and a supportive learning culture.

At Genesis, you're empowered to be yourself and make your mark. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion ensures every team member can thrive - bringing fresh ideas and perspectives to power a better tomorrow. Join us and help shape New Zealand's energy future, together.

**Ready to join us?**

This is more than just a job - it's your chance to be part of something meaningful. If you're curious, capable, and care about creating a better future, don't wait. Let's shape what's next, together. Join us and enjoy all that's ahead - for your career and New Zealand's energy future. This could be your moment,