Senior Business Continuity Specialist

Senior Business Continuity Specialist - 2 year Maximum Term/Perth Head Office

We’re on the lookout for a Senior Business Continuity Specialist for a 2-year fixed term opportunity to be the driving force behind how we prepare for—and power through—the unexpected. You'll work at the frontline of strategy and stability, partnering with leaders to build bold, future-ready plans across crisis, emergency, and business continuity. This is your chance to turn disruption into opportunity!

Your Role in Action  

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, guiding strategic decisions that strengthen our resilience
• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide resilience frameworks
• Provide high-level insights that shape the future of risk and resilience across the organisation
• Drive key projects, embedding resilience thinking into cross-functional initiatives
• Partner with the Enterprise Risk & Resilience Manager to deliver impactful, future-focused initiatives
• Identify potential disruptions early and develop smart strategies to manage and mitigate risks
• Monitor, measure, and report on resilience performance to inform continuous improvement
• Build strong connections with stakeholders to uplift Western Power’s readiness and response capability

What Makes You a Great Fit 

• Solid understanding of business continuity frameworks, with hands-on involvement in their development and implementation
• Proficient in conducting Business Impact Assessments to inform resilience strategies
• Proven ability to provide strategic advice and guidance to senior leadership on resilience-related matters
• Strong background in strategic planning, project delivery, and leading change initiatives
• Skilled in designing and delivering engaging resilience education and awareness programs
• Confidence in analysing data, producing meaningful reports, and driving practical solutions
• Competent in performing risk assessments across complex organisational environments
• A tertiary qualification in Commerce, Law, Engineering, Risk Management, or a related field

By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including: 

• Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.  
• Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements. 
• 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. 
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme. 
• An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.   
• In addition to standard leave, enjoy three wellness leave days each year.

Applications close on 30 June 2025

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. Find out more about our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. 

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