Senior Energy Market Advisor

Are you an energy market expert with a proven ability to transform complex regulations into strategic opportunities? Join us as a Senior Energy Market Advisor and be at the forefront of shaping the future of energy. This role is on a Permanent Full Time basis.

Your new role in action:

• Drive Strategic Insight: Provide high-level technical advice and in-depth analysis on the evolution of the Wholesale Electricity Market (WEM). Identify and quantify opportunities, benefits, and impacts to develop compelling business cases and support project implementation.
• Champion Regulation & Policy: Represent our interests at key regulatory committees and forums, including Market Advisory Committees and Australian Energy Market Operator-led discussions. Offer senior-level insights on energy governance and legislative reforms, such as integrating distributed energy resources into the WEM.
• Build Industry Relationships: Forge and nurture strong connections within the industry to advocate for and guide the evolution of the WEM, aligning with our Corporate Strategy.
• Lead Legislative Development: Collaborate with internal experts to propose and develop amendments to WEM Rules and related regulatory instruments, ensuring alignment with our strategic goals.
• Guide Industry Consultation: Spearhead the business's response to proposed changes to WEM Rules and regulations, incorporating feedback from internal stakeholders.
• Enhance Business Performance: Identify opportunities for performance improvements and innovative ideas, making strategic recommendations to business leaders.

What you’ll bring:

• A seasoned professional with extensive knowledge and expertise gained through at least 8 to 10 years’ experience in the Wholesale Energy Market, combined with professional or academic and / or post graduate qualifications.
• At least 10 extensive knowledge of regulatory frameworks and energy market constructs.
• Extensive experience in engaging on and responding to formal and binding industry consultations which carry significant legal / regulatory implications.
• Advanced communications, interpersonal, presentations and facilitation skills
• Advanced report writing, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and business acumen skills
• Expert analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Passionate and adept at leading, influencing, developing, motivating, and changing behaviour.

Our people are our priority

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive where all our people are valued and belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all genders, cultures and backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and racially marginalised groups, people with disabilities, young and mature age workers and the LGBTQIA+ community.

Check out our website for more information on our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, including our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.

We are an employer of choice and offer benefits that include:

• Flexible work arrangements that support your professional and personal life thriving together.
• Professional Development opportunities designed to help you advance your career and achieve your goals.
• Access to five Employee Network Groups – 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

Things to consider:

Please note that the 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.

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

If you're passionate about energy markets, regulatory frameworks, and strategic development, and you thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you. Join us and help drive the evolution of the energy sector.

Submit your application by clicking the ‘apply’ button. 

Applications close on 11 November 2024.