Enterprise Risk Specialist

Even if you haven’t heard of Energy Queensland (EQL) you might know our operational brands - Energex, Ergon Energy Network, Ergon Energy Retail and Yurika. As a group, we are growing rapidly and as part of the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan (QEJP), actively helping to advance the energy transition towards net zero.

About your new role:

Working within a dedicated team of 5, as an Enterprise Risk Specialist you’ll provide specialist professional advice in relation to risk management across Energy Queensland relating to second line defence services.

Your day will consist of supporting the Manager Risk and Compliance in the development, implementation, management and improvement of Energy Queensland’s risk framework, risk program and risk reporting.

You’ll monitor and analyse risk information and data, including emerging risks (both internal and external) within the industry and the broader operational environment, and communicate the impacts of these threats and opportunities to Energy Queensland.

You will also maintain a focus on ensuring the alignment of Energy Queensland’s risk framework with the integrity, business continuity, internal audit, legal, corporate governance, health and safety, environment and cultural heritage, asset management and trading frameworks, as well as Energy Queensland’s business operations.

You can be located at any major Energy Queensland location. The remuneration for your new role is:

· 9 day fortnight: $164K to $181K plus 12.75% super;

· 10 day fortnight: $186K to $204K plus 12.75% super.

Why choose to work for us?

It’s an exciting time to join us and to be involved in the energy sector, so consider us for your next career move, where you will experience:

· Secure employment backed by a strong collective agreement, with yearly EBA increases.
· Strong superannuation of 12.75% and the ability to earn more with salary sacrifice co- contributions.
· Opportunities for skills and career advancement with access to ongoing training and leadership programs and capacity to build and grow your skills.
· Healthy work life balance with the option to WFH, 2 days per week and ad hoc as required.
· A chance to give back with a paid employee volunteering program allowing our employees to support communities across QLD.
· Support and guidance with access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and a mentoring program for professional support and guidance.
· A Safety-First culture, the safety of our people, customers & communities is a core priority.
· Reward and recognition with an internal reward and recognition program that includes an annual celebration of excellence.
· Diversity and Inclusion where all employees can contribute towards multiple diversity and inclusion initiatives across our business.
· Need wheels? Salary sacrifice options available for novated leases for personal use.

About you:

You’re a degree qualified professional with qualifications in Corporate Governance, Finance, Commerce, Law, and/or Risk Management or equivalent qualification.

Ideally you have 7+ years’ experience at an enterprise level as a specialist or senior advisor level with proven success in designing and implementing effective risk management programs, plans, guidelines, practices, and electronic systems/tools within the Australian energy and/or resources sector in large, complex organisations including extensive experience in preparing Board and Executive level briefing papers and presentations.

Your applied knowledge of applicable risk management and associated business management system standards (such as finance, trading, health and safety, environment, and quality management) and guidelines will be crucial to the success of this role.

You have highly developed communication skills, demonstrating excellence in professional written, verbal, interpersonal and listening skills, as well as delivering face to face and virtual training and presentations. Your stakeholder management is second to none and you have confidence in collaborating, influencing, and negotiating to achieve mutually agreeable outcomes.

You possess excellent project and time management skills. You have a demonstrated ability to deliver programs of work within agreed deadlines and be agile when shifting business priorities are identified.

About us:

Energy Queensland is the group of electricity distribution, retail, and energy services businesses 100% owned by the state of Queensland. We deliver electricity across Queensland through our ‘poles and wires’ businesses Energex and Ergon Energy Network. Our retailer, Ergon Energy Retail sells this electricity to customers throughout regional Queensland. And these essential service activities are supported by a range of innovative products and services delivered through our Yurika brand.

How to Apply:

If you are ready to help us shape the future of energy, please complete the application form and attach:

• A current resume (outlining your career history)
• A cover letter (outlining your experience and motivation for the role)

Application close 5.00pm Sunday 18th February 2024.

We value the differences individuals contribute to our workforce and encourage a diverse range of applicants to apply.

Click here to view more information on diversity and inclusion at Energy Queensland.

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