Senior Governance Adviser

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There's never been a better time to join the energy industry! At Western Power we're working towards our vision for a clean energy future and we're looking for diverse, passionate people to join our team of world leading experts.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Governance Adviser at Perth Office CBD on a permanent full-time basis.

About this role

As the Senior Governance Adviser you will be accountable for establishing and maintaining effective governance frameworks, processes, tools, methodologies and practices, while providing subject matter expertise (SME), guidance and alignment across the Function and the broader business on all aspects of governance for technical standards and associated compliance.

Acts as engagement partner between the business and the Function by establishing and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external key stakeholders, based on a high level and in-depth understanding of the Safety, Health and Environment Management System and or other Function-specific supporting Management Systems and broader business objectives and aligning services to meet evolving business needs.

• Establish effective design governance frameworks, Management system processes, tools, methodologies and practices
• Provide standards and design governance advice, guidance and services to the Function and broader business to ensure appropriate use of standards in outsourcing and across Western Power or escalating changes or conflicts which cannot be resolved within a Function discipline
• Provide management, direction, communication, and coordination of information for regulatory, licence and other external audit responses relevant to the Function
• Provide program management and ongoing governance over significant strategic initiatives for the Function
• Ensure Electricity (Network Safety) Regulations 2015, assigned significant legislative obligations, including compliance with AS5577 and WHS are consistently met.
• Drive value in the Function-specific and broader Safety, Health and Environment Management System through internal audits (defence level 2) and recommendations for continuous improvement
• Drive and facilitate integration and alignment of processes to meet the objectives of the Safety, Health and Environment Management System and or other Function-specific supporting Management Systems
• Review and Maintenance of the ESSR and ensuring compliance to the electrical regulations and standards
• Provide engineering endorsement for all technical documents within the SHE Management system
• Attend Regulatory Changes Committee meetings and provide guidance on compliance activities

About you

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:

• Degree qualified in Business, Engineering, Commerce, Contract Management or related discipline
• Specific and detailed knowledge of and demonstrated extensive experience working with economic aspects of the operation of electricity transmission & distribution networks and preferably WA energy market regulatory framework and related Government policies
• Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in project/program management methodologies and tools.
• Demonstrated success in building and maintaining strong working relationships at all levels of an organisation.
• Be able to think strategically, with strong business acumen, comprehensive analytical skills and exposure to risk management and governance processes.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, complimented by highly developed influencing skills and ability to relate tasks to the "big picture"
• Proven business/process improvement skills.
• Ability to engage with a broad range of stakeholders and work collaboratively to reach agreed outcomes
• Strong customer focus and ability to build relationships and networks

Joining Western Power

Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, women, young & mature age workers, the LGBTQI+ community.

We are an employer of choice, offering our employees a range of benefits that include:

• Competitive salary plus 11% superannuation
• Flexible work arrangements that support part time work, flexible working hours and working from home arrangements
• Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives and study assistance
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme
• Access to five Employee Network Groups - First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability - which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce and connect diversity and inclusion to our broader business activities
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership

Important information

We are committed to our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2021 - 2027 and ensuring that people with disability have equal opportunities to gain and maintain employment with Western Power. It is strongly encouraged that people with a disability who meet the inherent requirements of the position description apply for this role.

We are also proud to have launched our Innovate RAP in Mar 2022 (Reconciliation Action Plan). Our Innovate RAP outlines our commitment to the Reconciliation journey in WA.

Our recruitment process requires that all candidates who progress to the pre-employment stage must hold a police clearance issued within the last six months.

Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia.

To find out more about us please visit https://www.westernpower.com.au/about/

Applications close on the 2nd of April 2024.

Submit your application by clicking the ‘apply' button.

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