Government Relations Advisor

7 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Australian Gas Networks Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Who we are

Who we are

Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) owns, operates and invests in infrastructure which delivers gas to more than two million homes and businesses, and is one of the largest gas infrastructure businesses in Australia. AGIG manages over 40,000km of distribution networks, more than 4,300km of transmission pipelines and 60 petajoules of storage capacity. We employ over 500 team members and manage a contractor workforce of approximately 1600, who provide both specialist and operating and maintenance services on AGIG's gas distribution networks.

AGIG is leading the way for the Australian renewable gas sector, and are committed to sustainable gas delivery today, and tomorrow. Our business is actively participating in the energy transition by delivering the natural gas needed today and advancing solutions for the future. Our Net Zero Ambition and emissions reduction targets outline our ongoing dedication to a sustainable energy future. Our Net Zero Ambition is to:

  • Achieve net zero emissions in our own operations
  • Enable net zero for our customers

About the Opportunity

The Government Relations Advisor will be instrumental in supporting our external stakeholder engagement activities, particularly around our transition to a low-carbon future. This role will provide key support to senior staff in managing AGIG's relationships with Government, policymakers, and influencers across the energy sector, ensuring that our business objectives and vision are effectively communicated and supported.

Please note: This role can be based in Adelaide or Melbourne.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in engaging with government and political leaders at both Federal and State levels to build strong, lasting relationships, enhance AGIG's profile, and secure policy certainty.
  • Support the development and delivery of key messages to external stakeholders, providing strategic input into issues management and Corporate Affairs strategy.
  • Contribute to AGIG's external communications strategy, including speeches, presentations, and external communications efforts.
  • Monitor government policies and developments that could impact AGIG's business and its low-carbon ambitions.
  • Coordinate stakeholder and advocacy engagements and attend relevant meetings as required.
  • Collaborate with Corporate Affairs colleagues on media, policy, and external communications initiatives.
  • Provide strategic advice and research to shape AGIG's policy positions and responses to government policy changes.
  • Support efforts to influence government and industry positions to mitigate risks and optimize opportunities.
  • Prepare written and verbal briefs for the CEO and Executives for engagements with government officials and senior external executives.

About You

  • Strong understanding of political, policy, and legislative processes.
  • Proven experience analysing complex issues and crafting effective communication strategies.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Experience working directly with ministerial offices and government departments.
  • 2+ years of relevant experience in Corporate Affairs, Public Policy, or Government Relations.
  • Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • An understanding of Australia's energy market and renewable energy transition is desirable but not essential.

What we Offer

  • We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by Diversity Council Australia, and our commitment to diversity and inclusion has earned us recognition in Join us to be part of a team that values and celebrates differences, ensuring that everyone's voice is heard and respected.
  • Dive into a culture and shape a better future with us: Join a team that has dedicated over 1,900 volunteer hours, and raised collectively more than $100,000 through donations, fundraising and our dollar matching program, for causes that are important to them.
  • Bonus incentive program
  • A range of flexible working arrangements and leave options, including three additional leave days and the option to purchase two weeks of additional leave each year
  • Professional Development opportunities to support your career growth
  • Wellbeing and Inclusion program including Employee Assistance Program, annual flu vaccinations and access to free annual health checks
  • Social activities, community partnership programs and paid volunteer days
  • Range of rewards and recognition activities across the company
  • Salary Continuance Insurance

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AGIG is committed to a workplace that promotes and recognises the diversity of its employees and the broader community that we serve by applying the principles of equity, fairness and transparency. A diverse and inclusive workplace is consistent with achieving AGIG's values of Trust, Accountable, Care and One Team.

Interested in this opportunity but are unsure of meeting all the requirements? If this role excites you, we strongly encourage you to apply - your unique skills and experience could be exactly what we need

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake background checks which include reference checks, police check and a pre-employment medical.

Applications Close: 4.00pm, 4th October 2025



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