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Machel Tamani

from Customer service representative to Commercial Graduate
I help analyse the economic benefits and costs of a variety of projects for the business
Industry
Energy, gas and oil
Company
Origin Energy
Job Level
Entry
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  • What subjects I found useful from school that help me in my role now
  • Why I love my job
  • What does my day to day role look like

About me

I went to high school in Melbourne, then completed my last two years of high school in Gladstone. Whilst in Gladstone, I had to complete two subjects via online distance education, as well as three subjects at the high school I attended.

When I finished high school, I was set on studying Economics at university, but I hadn’t quite figured out the exact career I wanted after completing my undergraduate degree. Whilst studying, I completed an internship within the banking industry, which I enjoyed.

After completing my undergraduate degree, I decided to complete a postgraduate degree. Whilst completing my postgraduate studies, I became increasingly interested in energy economics. This led me to look for graduate roles within the energy industry, and now I work as a graduate in one of Australia’s largest integrated energy companies.

About my role

  • Analytical
  • Independent
  • Perfectionist
  • Rational
  • Sociable

As a commercial graduate in the economics team within Origin's integrated gas business unit, I assist in evaluating various business projects from an economic perspective. Projects are often assessed through economic modelling, primarily using Excel. The economic models take into account the benefits and costs associated with a project and determine whether the project will be economically beneficial for the business to execute.

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Education

  • Bachelor of Economics
  • Master of Development Economics
  • Master of Economics & Public Policy

Subjects

  • Accounting
  • Business Studies
  • English
  • Languages
  • Mathematical Methods (Maths B)

Awards

  • Year 12 Maths B Award

Hobbies

  • Camping
  • Gym
  • Hiking
  • Travel
  • Volunteering

Pets

  • 1 Dog

15 year old me!!

“Focus on your own pathway, and don't be afraid to reach out for advice!”

My career journey

Curious to know how I got here? Here’s a snapshot of my career pathway.
  1. Worked part-time in retail
  2. Completed an internship virtually
  3. Completed another internship for a local bank
  4. Finished university
  5. Working in a commercial graduate role

My typical day

My employer

Origin Energy is a leading Australian integrated energy company. Origin is a leading energy retailer with more than 4.5 million customer accounts, approximately 7,300 MW of power generation capacity and is also a large natural gas producer. Origin’s ambition is to lead the energy transition through cleaner energy and customer solutions, underpinned by three strategic pillars: unrivalled customer solutions; accelerate renewable and cleaner energy; and deliver reliable energy through the transition.