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About Us

Globally, energy markets are in transition to a net zero future and the entities within these markets are transforming their underlying business models to ensure that they stay relevant, sustainable and profitable. As one of Australia’s largest energy providers, we are proud of our purpose to lead and accelerate the clean energy transformation for all. 

Our ability to deliver on this Purpose will be dependent on our people! Join the Enterprise Risk (ER) Team at EnergyAustralia, where you will play a key role in shaping and executing a robust Enterprise Risk Management Policy and Procedures that align with the best practices of our Group Risk (CLP). As a member of this dynamic team, you will provide valuable risk insights and strategic advice to senior leaders, the Board, and other key stakeholders, helping to guide decision-making and ensuring a deep understanding of risk appetite and exposure. You will also have the opportunity to drive successful outcomes across the organisation by influencing key stakeholders and serving as a trusted advisor on all risk-related matters.

About the Role

As the Enterprise Risk Lead, you will be a crucial member of this team, offering risk insights and guidance to risk owners and stakeholders across the business. This role offers a unique chance to gain a comprehensive understanding of EnergyAustralia’s operations and systems, giving you exposure to all our Business Units while growing your career in a fast-paced, impactful environment.

• Partnering with senior business leaders to provide risk management insight, understand risk appetite and grow business risk management capability.
• Facilitate the risk assessment and Top-Tier Risk Reporting process across the business, including quality assurance review of reporting and reporting Top-Tier Risks to the Risk Committees monthly.
• Accountability for conducting operational risk & control assessment workshops as required.
• Supporting business units and the respective Risk Management Committees by maintaining, or providing access to, expertise in a broad range of risk management and monitoring disciplines.
• Identify emerging risk and share this insight with risk owners.
• Conduct independent project reviews and project risk assessments as required.
• Monitor the effectiveness of risk management activities through reporting, advising managers on the severity and management of risks and independently monitor and report compliance with the EA Risk Management Policy and Procedures
• Work collaboratively with the broader Finance team and other Business Unit stakeholders, including other second and third line of defense teams to ensure effective risk management outcomes for our business.

How can you support the Clean Energy Transition

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have the following:  

• Tertiary qualifications in Commercial, Engineering or another relevant degree
• Experience in the execution of an Enterprise Risk Management and design of internal controls frameworks.
• Well-developed communications skills, both written and verbal.
• Minimum 5+ years in either Energy, Oil and Gas, mining or large infrastructure risk, audit or compliance environment.
• The ability to influence and engage a diverse range of stakeholders in a variety of business issues.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining an appreciation of innovations in the risk management area.

If you share our passion for a clean energy future for all and want to join us #Doing. Not just dreaming, then click the 'Apply’ button.

Why Us?

We’re committed to providing an inclusive culture so our people can bring their whole selves to work and have a sense of belonging. From our PRISM network that creates a positive culture for LGBTI employees to our Reconciliation Action Plan that has commitments to strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations, it’s a workplace where everyone’s welcome.  We offer;

• Employee discount on your electricity and gas, discounts on major brands and products
• Annual Performance Bonus
• 20 weeks’ paid parental leave that’s completely gender-equal
• Energise Program - flexible working that is team centric enabling all individuals to agree and succeed together
• Excellent company culture, down-to-earth and friendly organisation - be authentic, bring your whole self to work!
• 2 paid recharge days
• State-of-the-art Melbourne office, stunning views only 3-4 minute walk from Southern Cross station
• Inhouse Café and Onsite Tech Bar