Network Governance, Risk & Assurance Lead

Overview of our role

The Network Governance, Risk & Assurance Lead drives a clear and integrated approach to governance, compliance, risk and assurance at Jemena Electricity Networks. This role leads the Asset Management System (ISO 55001 aligned), strengthens technical compliance and maintains trusted regulator relationships—ensuring decisions are data-led, transparent and well assured.

Leading a multidisciplinary team, the role brings together compliance, safety, bushfire mitigation, line clearance and asset governance to meet obligations, strengthen controls and deliver continuous improvement.

A key connector across engineering, planning and investment, the team translates risk and standards into smart, value-driven programs. It also manages regulatory engagement, customer and REC enquiries, and leads procedural compliance and Field Technical Change across the network.

Key relationships include:

• Electricity Distribution team
• Services & Projects team
• Consultants and contractors
• Regulatory authorities & Auditors Industry associations

Culture & Benefits

What we do matters. Delivering safe and reliable energy makes a difference to people’s lives across our country every single day. We are proud to keep Australia connected while preparing the nation for a renewable future. Our people are our energy source. We offer meaningful benefits and rewards, including being a certified family-friendly workplace designed to see you succeed in all areas of life:

• Jemena is among the first companies in Australia to be accredited as a Family Inclusive Workplace
• flexible work arrangements, empowered to work your way & agile + additional leave benefits!
• primary & secondary parental leave & well-being and family support benefits
• numerous career development pathways + yearly financial support to upskill
• annual bonuses + generous $$$ employee referral program
• empowering you within a fun, diverse and inclusive culture
• group benefits galore for all employees!
• genuine focus on work / life balance
• reproductive leave benefits

 A little about you

• Managing regulatory compliance, accreditation and assurance in electricity networks
• Experience within the Electricity Supply Industry
• Leading ISO 55001 asset management systems and governance frameworks
• Leading multidisciplinary risk, safety and engineering teams
• Developing risk-based portfolios and business case artefacts
• Strong knowledge of asset management systems, compliance processes, and incident management

Qualifications / certifications & Skills

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering with Chartered Engineer status (Engineers Australia)
• Strong business acumen and systems thinking
• Deep understanding of asset management systems and project management methodologies
• Experience in portfolio and program management
• Technical compliance expertise, including relevant Australian Standards
• Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks (e.g. AFAP, ALARP, Bowtie)

Who we are

Jemena is an Australian energy company who own and operate more than $12.4 Billion worth of gas and electricity transportation assets across Australia supplying millions of households and businesses with these essential services every day.

We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, technical expertise, and dedication to safety, quality, and sustainability. Our Group’s over 4000 team members, consistently strive to make a difference in the communities we serve.

We champion and value diversity in life and work experiences, as we know everyone benefits from broader diversity of thoughts in our problem solving, decision making and ability to innovate. We encourage applications from everyone, including First Nations people, veterans, people living with a disability and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Recruitment Process 

During our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical(dependent on role type), reference checks and a national police check. Notice to Third Parties: Jemena does not accept unsolicited resumes (or liability associated with fees or costs) from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their application independently.

Apply today, you belong here.

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