Senior Manager Power Governance and Commercial

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Not many people can say they are working on building Australia's future. With us you'll be doing just that, leaving a legacy for all Australians. Plus, there's equal employment, great training, and true flexible working arrangements.

We have an exciting opportunity at nbn, as the Power Governance and Commercial Senior Manager, reporting to the Executive Manager – Power Strategy and Resilience.

A bit about your role

This role is responsible for driving nbn's Access Network power strategy by enhancing governance, ensuring commercial discipline, and fostering strong stakeholder engagement.

It leads the establishment of key forums to support prioritisation and decision-making across the power ecosystem, while delivering performance insights and financial reporting aligned with strategic goals.

The position partners with internal teams to improve operational maturity and promotes collaboration and innovation. It also champions nbn's core mindsets—working as one, simplifying processes, focusing on impact, embracing innovation, and leading with humility—to deliver meaningful outcomes for customers and communities.

A bit about you

The ideal candidate has a background in the power sector or a similar industry, with a strong track record of guiding, influencing, and inspiring others in complex organisational settings.

They bring executive-level governance experience, excel at stakeholder engagement, and have a proven ability to lead change.

Known for championing innovation, they inspire cross-functional teams to collaborate and deliver effective solutions. Adept at navigating complexity, they leverage modern tools and approaches to drive transformation and clearly communicate vision.

 Their commercial insight enables strategic decisions and operational improvements within the telecommunications sector.

Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and personal organisation are essential strengths they demonstrate in every aspect of their work.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There's so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia's best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We're continuing to create Australia's network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Gold Employer for three years running, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women.

We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to contact us by emailing or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.

Where to from here?

We encourage you to apply even if you feel that you do not meet all of the above qualifications. Frequently cited statistics show that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage you to break that statistic and to apply. No one ever meets 100% of the requirements. We look forward to your application

Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.

Please note that this is a permanent opportunity and applications for this role will close at midnight, Thursday 2nd of October 2025.