Written by Karen McConachy
As Talent Acquisition Manager at Origin, I oversee the process of attracting, sourcing, recruiting, and onboarding new talent for the company to ensure we have the right people in the right roles with the right energy to achieve our goals. It’s such a privileged role because with the right teams in place, we’re better positioned to play our role in delivering the energy transition: this means accelerating cleaner energy storage in our portfolio, delivering unrivalled customer solutions, while maintaining reliable energy supply for our millions of customers.
The energy field can be a great fit for people who want to work at the intersection of various energy-related disciplines, participate in cleaner energy projects, be part an evolving and dynamic industry, and play an important role in powering the economy. Here are some of the reasons individuals choose careers in this field…
Diverse career paths
The energy sector offers job seekers a wide range of opportunities. Origin’s activities span many aspects of the energy value chain, including natural gas production, thermal power generation, development of renewable energy infrastructure and energy retailing. This means our people get a comprehensive understanding of how energy flows from production through to consumption. Working within energy also provides opportunities to switch between different segments of the value chain, giving flexibility to build diverse skill sets to enhance long-term career prospects.
Contributing to the energy transition through innovation
As the industry undergoes significant transition towards lower carbon energy supply, energy companies have an important role to play. This can lead to exciting opportunities to be part of, from the deployment of cleaner energy technologies like solar, wind and storage, R&D into emerging areas and technologies in Australia like offshore wind and fuels like hydrogen, alongside the ongoing challenges of navigating reliable, secure, and affordable energy for customers.
Joining an organisation like Origin Energy allows you to be part of the larger mission to reduce carbon emissions and promote renewable energy adoption. Your efforts can positively impact society and the environment.
Job security
Energy is a fundamental necessity for modern society, and there is a consistent and essential demand for various forms of energy, including natural gas, electricity, and renewable sources like solar and wind. As long as societies rely on these forms of energy, there will be a need for professionals to work in the industry. Integrated energy companies provide exposure to complex and interconnected systems. This dynamic environment offers continuous learning opportunities as you navigate through the intricacies of energy markets, policy changes, technological advancements, and more.
If you want to learn more, head to the working at Origin section of our web site or check out our LinkedIn Life page.
About the author
Bringing over 20 years of leadership in recruitment and talent management, Karen McConachy currently leads Origin‘s national team of Talent Acquisition Specialists, focused on attracting those who share the company’s passion for a cleaner energy future. With a track record of transforming recruitment functions for major organisations, Karen is dedicated to enhancing employer branding and optimising the talent acquisition strategy to secure the brightest minds in the energy industry.
