Data Centre Assets Leader - Expression of Interest

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.

Overview of our role

Reporting to the Project Engineering and Program Delivery Manager.

The Data Centre Assets Team Leader plays a supportive and collaborative leadership role across the engineering specialists who plan, develop, and nurture the primary and distribution asset standards, specifications, and scopes of work that enable high‑capacity electricity supplies for data centre customers.

This role helps ensure Jemena’s asset infrastructure, technical standards, and engineering deliverables continue to evolve in a thoughtful and future‑focused way, enabling the organisation to meet rapid growth in the data centre sector. It does so by cultivating high‑quality engineering outcomes, strengthening risk‑aware decision‑making, and fostering strong, trusting relationships across internal teams and external partners. 

A little about you

• Extensive experience in electricity networks, primary or distribution assets, or high‑voltage engineering.
• Experience leading engineers or technical specialists.
• Strong background in standards development, asset planning, or substation / HV design.
• Experience in risk assessment, technical governance, and design assurance.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with delivery teams, vendors, and external stakeholders. 

Qualifications / certifications & Skills

• Professional engineering background (Electrical Engineering preferred).
• Deep knowledge of HV/LV distribution, primary plant systems, and power systems engineering.
• Familiarity with emerging trends in data centre loads, power density challenges, and hyperscale customer needs.
• Understanding of regulatory, safety, and asset management frameworks. 

Why you should come and work for us 

Our people are our energy source and we offer meaningful benefits and rewards that work for you. We offer the opportunity for long term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process. Join our team and make a meaningful impact toward Australia’s “Net Zero” targets through the delivery of critical infrastructure projects and be a part of our journey to shape the future of the energy and utilities industry.

We are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we are part of. We welcome applications from people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and identities. At Jemena, you belong.

Recruitment Process 

During our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, 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.