Energy Market Regulation Manager

Do you want to deliver work that truly matters to our community?

There’s never been a better time to join the energy industry! At Western Power we’re working towards our vision for a clean energy future and we’re looking for diverse, passionate people to join our team of world leading experts.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Energy Market Regulation Manager at our Perth CBD office, on a Full-Time Permanent basis.

About this role

As the Energy Market Regulation Manager, you will be accountable for managing and leading the Energy Market Regulation Area to;

• Contribute to shaping the future direction of energy market design & regulation in Western Australia or Nationally, aligned with decarbonisation journey, through internal and external stakeholder engagement, with a focus on driving the right outcomes to deliver Western Power’s strategic objectives and customers’ requirements.
• Manage the scoping, delivery and implementation of energy regulation reform to Western Power’s “business as usual” functions, drawing on Western Power cross-functional teams as required.
• Lead and provide expert advice and guidance on all matters relating to the application of energy regulation reform and amended rules, and,

About you

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Finance, Business, Engineering or equivalent discipline
• A seasoned professional with at least 10 to 15 years comprehensive & broad knowledge of regulatory frameworks and energy market constructs.
• A demonstrated understanding of the regulatory framework in which a utility operates and the link between business decisions and the impact on the regulatory outcomes.
• Comprehensive experience contributing to the development and delivery of corporate, functional and business strategies.
• Strong business acumen, comprehensive analytical skills and exposure to risk management and governance processes
• Confidence and experience engaging, advising, and working with Senior Management, and Executive and Board.
• Confidence and experience engaging with and advocating to external industry stakeholders, at a Senior Management and above.
• Advanced leadership, influencing, communication and interpersonal skills.

Joining Western Power

Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.
 

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, women, young & mature age workers, the LGBTQI+ community.

We are an employer of choice, offering our employees a range of benefits that include:

• Competitive salary plus 11% superannuation
• Flexible work arrangements that support part time work, flexible working hours and working from home arrangements
• Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives and study assistance
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme
• Access to five Employee Network Groups – First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability – which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce and connect diversity and inclusion to our broader business activities
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership

Important information

We are committed to our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2021 - 2027 and ensuring that people with disability have equal opportunities to gain and maintain employment with Western Power. It is strongly encouraged that people with a disability who meet the inherent requirements of the position description apply for this role.

We are also proud to have launched our Innovate RAP in Mar 2022 (Reconciliation Action Plan). Our Innovate RAP outlines our commitment to the Reconciliation journey in WA.

Please note that final stages of our recruitment process require completed Background & Assessment Checks. This includes a current police clearance (issued within the last six months), checks on documentation and references which verify your identity and qualifications, and a medical assessment.

Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia.

To find out more about us please visit https://www.westernpower.com.au/about/

Applications close on 5 May 2024

Submit your application by clicking the ‘apply’ button.