General Manager – Planning
4 weeks ago
The General Manager – Planning & Environment is responsible for managing the CECs planning and environment portfolio, including the portfolio for industry safety, operations and maintenance. You will lead your team in communicating and influencing relevant legislative, regulatory and policy frameworks, advocate strongly on behalf of our large-scale membership base and work collaboratively with key stakeholders to strengthen Australia's planning and environment frameworks.
About YouWe're looking for someone who has:
- Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in planning, policy, energy, law, or sustainability.
- 5–7 years in policy/regulatory development, preferably in renewable energy or similar sectors.
- Strong written and verbal communication; able to simplify technical info for diverse stakeholders.
- Deep understanding of government policy processes and regulatory frameworks.
- Knowledge of planning/environmental issues in renewable energy, and Australian energy/climate policy.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement, government policy advising, and statutory planning (desirable).
- Public speaking and facilitation experience (roundtables, panels, workshops).
- Media experience (desired).
- Strong leadership and team-building ability.
- Capable of managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
- Flexible with working hours and able to travel as required.
- Comfortable working in fast-paced environments.
The Clean Energy Council is the peak body for the clean energy industry in Australia, and we are committed to accelerating the transformation of Australia's energy system to one that is smarter and cleaner. We thrive under our values of Integrity, Collaboration, Leadership, People Focused and Service Excellence and bring passion in the way we work every day.
Why join CEC?Join a passionate team committed to driving the growth of clean energy across Australia. The organisation offers a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive environment, supporting professional growth and providing meaningful opportunities to contribute to a sustainable future.
As an industry leader, you'll join the movement and contribute to a better future. In return, CEC will support you by:
- Ability to work remotely but also attend our centrally located in Melbourne CBD, close to public transport
- Flexible working arrangements
- Generous leave provisions including paid annual closure during the Christmas / New Year period, paid parental leave and purchase leave arrangements, just to name a few
- Professional development opportunities
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Amazing salary sacrificing opportunities plus much more
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your experience relating to this role. Applications close 5pm, 22 September 2025. Please note that applicants may be contacted before the closing date.
As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We encourage people from various backgrounds and experiences to apply.
The Clean Energy Council respectfully acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waters on which we work and live. Sovereignty has never been ceded. We acknowledge Elders, past and present, and their continuing culture and connection to Country.
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