Chief Executive Officer, Australian Energy Regulator

7 days ago


Perth, Western Australia Clearcompany Full time

Overview
High impact role in the regulation of the gas and electricity markets in Australia
Opportunity to lead a dedicated and capable team
Collaborate and influence at senior, national levels
About the Australian Energy Regulator
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) works to make Australian energy consumers better off, now and in the future. The AER focuses on ensuring a secure, reliable and affordable energy future for Australia as it transitions to net zero emissions. Our Strategic Plan describes how we will achieve this, under 4 strategic objectives:
Protect vulnerable consumers while enabling all consumers to participate in electricity and gas markets
Effectively regulate competitive electricity and gas markets primarily though monitoring and reporting, and enforcement and compliance
Deliver efficient regulation of monopoly electricity and gas infrastructure while incentivising networks to become platforms for energy services
Evolve our regulatory frameworks and approaches to support the transition to net zero emissions.
Amidst evolving economic conditions, we require a leader who can navigate the complex regulatory landscapes and help shape the AER into a recognised, high performing regulator who is committed to transparently with all stakeholders invested in the affordable and reliable supply of energy.
The key duties of the position include
About the Role:
The AER's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) performs a critical role in leading and delivering the day to day operational aspects of the AER, in line with the AER Board's expectations.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and direction, including supporting the development of and execution of the AER's Strategic Plan ) and Corporate Plan, embedding a culture of performance, accountability, and innovation across the agency.
Develop and manage the AER's annual budget, ensuring activities are conducted within approved parameters and aligned with the strategic priorities
Lead and empower the senior leadership team, assigning responsibilities clearly, supervising performance and fostering a high performing, values-driven culture
Maintain regular contact with the Chair ensuring timely communication of developments that might require board-level action
Oversee strategic and operational planning, identifying objectives and strategies required to achieve the AER's approved strategic plan
Recommend significant operational changes to the Board as required, ensuring responsiveness to emerging challenges and opportunities
Ensure the Board is provided with accurate, timely and clear information and materials, enabling effective governance and decision making
Implement board approved policies, processes and codes, ensuring alignment with broader APS governance frameworks
Instil and reinforce the AER's purpose and values, promoting ethical and responsible behaviour, innovation, and excellence
Represent the AER externally, providing a strong, credible presence in engagements with senior government officials, regulators, industry leaders, and consumer groups. Model exemplary standards of behaviour, stewarding the agency and articulating the organisation's culture thereby fostering a positive internal climate.
Attract, engage and retain high performing employees creating and sustaining a culture and workplace that support them to thrive and deliver productive outcomes for the AER.
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