Principal Economic Regulatory Advisor

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 a Principal Economic Regulatory Advisor at our Perth CBD Office, on a Full-time permanent basis.

About this role

As the Principal Economic Regulatory Advisor, you will be required to provide expert advice and guidance, through extensive and broad experience and knowledge of regulated authorities, in the preparation of regulatory strategy and information to support Western Power’s submissions to the Economic Regulator. You will be required to undertake detailed & in-depth investigation, analysis and research into best practice to provide ongoing advice on economic and process issues to contribute to better commercial and regulatory outcomes for the business. 

About you

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:

• Degree qualification in Business, Economics, or Commerce

• Extensive and accumulative experience and knowledge within a regulated enterprise (preferably in the energy sector), regulatory authority, or consulting organisation in relation to preparing submissions to economic regulators.
• At least 10 to 15 years comprehensive & broad knowledge of economic regulatory frameworks, access codes and access arrangements.
• Experience undertaking or analysing financial analysis utilising models and spreadsheets.
• Strong ability to constructively engage with teams comprising executives, technical stakeholders and external consultants.
• Expert analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced communications, interpersonal, presentations and facilitation skills
• Advanced report writing with good negotiation 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 10 May 2024

Submit your application by clicking the ‘apply’ button.