Gas Forecasting Analyst

Job title: Gas Forecasting Analyst

Company: Shell


Job description: Queensland, AustraliaJob Family Group: Trading JobsWorker Type: RegularPosting Start Date: March 19, 2025Business unit: Downstream and RenewablesExperience Level: Early CareersJob Description:What’s the roleAs a Gas Forecasting Analyst, you’ll be responsible for developing and managing both long-term and short-term gas demand forecasts throughout the customers contracted period.You will ensure all submissions to the market operator are compliant with regulations. Accurate and timely forecasts enable the trading team to make informed decisions to minimise market exposure.You’ll be working in a small but high-performing Gas Forecasting team, engaging and collaborating with stakeholders within the Trading & Supply and Gas Retail teams, with the purpose of supporting the Integrated Performance Unit.What you’ll be doingYour key responsibilities & accountabilities include the following:Develop and maintain long-term and short-term demand forecasts in Gas retail markets and associated Environmental product markets for Commercial & Industrial (C&I) and Mass Market (B2C) segmentsManage and monitor gas demand forecast and Gas Bulletin Board (GBB) submissions to the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), ensuring ongoing compliance is demonstratedEnsure long-term and short-term forecasts are submitted to Trading in an accurate and timely mannerContinually analyse and update forecasts based on the latest data to include changes in customer usage or growth expectations, expected future outages and scheduled maintenanceReview and track forecasting performance and report on forecasting accuracy to drive continuous improvementBuild and maintain relationships with external stakeholders (customers and market & pipeline operators) and internal stakeholders (Trading, Retail, Middle Office and IT)Assist with the development and maintenance of forecasting models to ensure accuracy standards are metContinually drive integration, enhancement and improvement of existing processes and tools to deliver simplification and automationContribute to new product development and/or new market entry to accommodate business growthReview, update and maintain processes and procedures on an ongoing basis.What you bringThis role will ideally suit someone in their early career; having high attention to detail, strong accuracy and analytical skills. You will thrive in your demonstrated ability to work in a team and independently in an operational role within a high compliance/regulatory environment.You will also need to understand the importance of timely and accurate long-term and short-term demand forecasts, ensuring adherence with all regulatory and compliance requirements.The following are highly desirable:Industry experience or knowledge of AEMO’s Wholesale (STTM, DWGM) and Retail Gas Markets, or the National Electricity Market (NEM)Proficiency of Microsoft Excel and experience using PowerBI and Databricks and/or understanding of programming languages (Python, SQL, VBA)What we offerYou bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together.Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead.Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices.Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise.Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself.Benefit from flexible working hours, and the possibility of remote/mobile working.Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performancerelated salary increase – our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world.Take advantage of paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parents.Join an organisation working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply.Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national andinternational teams.Gain access to a wide range of training and development programmes.Note: We are keen to support flexible working arrangements, subject to local regulations and legislative frameworks. If this is of interest to you, please describe in your application the type of flexible working arrangements for which you would like to be considered (e.g., part-time, job share).We’d like you to know that Shell has a bold goal: to become one of the world’s most diverse and inclusive companies. You can get to know more about how we’re working towards that goal, .We are committed to attracting a broader and more diverse pool of candidates. If this position doesn’t feel like the perfect fit for your qualifications right now, we’d still love to hear from you. Consider creating a profile in our so we can keep you in mind for future opportunities that may align with your skills.Shell in AustraliaShell has operated in Australia since 1901. From operating Australia’s first oil refinery, which was central to meeting Australia’s fuel needs, to fuelling the first Qantas commercial flight in the 1920s, to playing a foundation role in building some of Australia’s largest and most innovative natural resource developments.Throughout this 122-year relationship the needs of our customers and the nation have changed and we have continued transforming our portfolio to meet these needs. Today, we are a leading natural gas producer and are playing our part in the by investing in the power sector, renewable energy sources and carbon abatement activities.Shell has a significant Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) business in Australia that makes a valuable contribution to today’s energy supply. This integrated gas portfolio includes our two Shell-operated gas production and liquefaction businesses, in Queensland and offshore in Western Australia, and our joint venture interests in and–DISCLAIMER: Aboriginal candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. At Shell we believe that every individual has something valuable to offer. We understand that the more diverse the workforce, the wider the variety of ideas we bring to the table. Shell values diversity and offers: flexible work schedules, work and family programs, health and wellness programs, employee networks and mentoring, plus great training and development. The successful candidate should be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. Please note: We occasionally amend or withdraw Shell jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Before applying, you are advised to read our data protection policy. This policy describes the processing that may be associated with your personal data and informs you that your personal data may be transferred to Shell/Shell Group companies around the world. The Shell Group and its approved recruitment consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with Shell. Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorised Shell representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand. Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Location: Australia

Job date: Fri, 21 Mar 2025 05:12:27 GMT

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