General Manager Planning and Architecture - Expression of interest

General Manager Planning and Architecture - Expression of interest.

About Us:

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 3000 team members, consistently strive to make a difference in the communities we serve. 

About the role

This position holds accountability for overseeing critical functions including architecture, business analysis, delivery practice management, project management office (PMO), quality engineering (testing), and technology business management.

Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring successful Price-Reset digital submissions and achieving milestones to secure favourable outcomes. 

Key Responsibilities include

• Lead and manage a team responsible for architecture, business analysis, delivery practice management, PMO, quality engineering, and technology business management.
• Leads the Digital Strategy definition and sets strategic direction, aligns and communicates goals clearly to align teams, and ensures effective execution for sustainable results
• Drive strategic planning and architecture initiatives to support business objectives and enhance organizational capabilities.
• Oversee the Price-Reset digital submission process, ensuring compliance with regulations and achieving desired outcomes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align architecture and planning activities with business needs and priorities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Provide leadership and guidance to team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Monitor and report on the progress of architecture and planning projects, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies as needed.

About You

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role overseeing planning, architecture and technology business management in a similar complex enterprise to Jemena
• Demonstrated setting a clear direction and inspire others towards achieving long-term goals.​
• Building and maintaining the support, necessary to drive initiatives and ensure their success.
• Excellent at communicating objectives and plans to align the team and stakeholders
• Proven experience at executing plans effectively to achieve the desired outcomes. This involves managing resources, overcoming obstacles, and ensuring sustainable results.​
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and influence strategic decision making 

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.