Samantha Christie

Samantha Christie is an accomplished professional in the energy sector with extensive experience in strategic and network planning. Currently serving as Manager of Strategic Planning at the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) since February 2020, Samantha leads engineering assessments and reporting for the Integrated System Plan, collaborating with various stakeholders across the National Electricity Market. Prior to this role, Samantha was Manager of Network Planning at AEMO, overseeing annual system security assessments. Additional experience includes leadership positions at the Australian Institute of Energy and the Department of Planning and Environment, where responsibilities included managing the Emerging Energy Program. Previous roles at TransGrid encompassed regulatory strategy and consumer research, with a foundation in engineering and policy studies from the University of Sydney and UNSW. Samantha's dedication to energy sustainability is underscored by voluntary work with Engineers Without Borders Australia.