Chief Executive Officer, Australian Energy Regulator, SES Band 3 (EA2025/147)
High impactrole in the regulation of the gas and electricity markets inAustralia
Opportunityto lead a dedicated and capable team
Collaborateand influence at senior, national levels
About theAustralian Energy Regulator:
TheAustralian Energy Regulator (AER) works to make Australian energyconsumers better off, now and in the future. The AER focuseson ensuring a secure, reliable and affordable energy future forAustralia as it transitions to net zero emissions. OurStrategic Plan describes how we will achieve this, under4 strategic objectives:
Protect vulnerableconsumers while enabling all consumers to participate inelectricity and gas markets
Effectivelyregulate competitive electricity and gas markets primarilythough monitoring and reporting, and enforcement andcompliance
Deliver efficientregulation of monopoly electricity and gas infrastructure whileincentivising networks to become platforms for energyservices
Evolve ourregulatory frameworks and approaches to support the transitionto net zero emissions.
Amidstevolving economic conditions, we require a leader who can navigatethe complex regulatory landscapes and help shape the AER into arecognised, high performing regulator who is committed totransparently with all stakeholders invested in the affordable andreliable supply of energy.
About theRole:
TheAER's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) performs a critical rolein leading and delivering the day to day operational aspects of theAER, in line with the AER Board's expectations.
KeyAccountabilities and Responsibilities
Provide strategicleadership and direction, including supporting the developmentof and execution of the AER's Strategic Plan(2026–2030) and Corporate Plan, embedding a culture ofperformance, accountability, and innovation across theagency.
Develop and managethe AER's annual budget, ensuring activities areconducted within approved parameters and aligned with thestrategic priorities
Lead and empowerthe senior leadership team, assigning responsibilities clearly,supervising performance and fostering a high performing,values-driven culture
Maintain regularcontact with the Chair ensuring timely communication ofdevelopments that might require board-level action
Oversee strategicand operational planning, identifying objectives and strategiesrequired to achieve the AER's approved strategicplan
Recommendsignificant operational changes to the Board as required,ensuring responsiveness to emerging challenges andopportunities
Ensure the Board isprovided with accurate, timely and clear information andmaterials, enabling effective governance and decisionmaking
Implement boardapproved policies, processes and codes, ensuring alignment withbroader APS governance frameworks
Instil andreinforce the AER's purpose and values, promoting ethical andresponsible behaviour, innovation, and excellence
Represent the AERexternally, providing a strong, credible presence inengagements with senior government officials, regulators,industry leaders, and consumer groups. Model exemplarystandards of behaviour, stewarding the agency and articulatingthe organisation's culture thereby fostering a positiveinternal climate.
Attract, engage andretain high performing employees creating and sustaining aculture and workplace that support them to thrive and deliverproductive outcomes for the AER.
SelectionCriteria:
To besuccessful in the role you will have:
Executive-levelmanagement experience and a proven track record of leadershipwithin a dynamic, complex, and multifaceted public or privatesector environment.
Understanding ofthe operations of governments and regulators.
Knowledge ofAustralian electricity and gas markets, and the role, purposeand objectives of the AER.
Proven ability tomanage performance against budget, organisational and culturalchange, operational risk and lead innovation.
Tertiaryqualifications in law, economics / commerce, engineering,public policy or related fields.
Why Work withUs?
Opportunity tomake a difference:
As the CEO of the AER, you will havethe opportunity to make a significant contribution to the lives ofconsumers and the future of secure, reliable and affordable energyacross Australia. You will lead a dedicated team committed toexcellence and innovation, shaping the future of energy inAustralia as it transitions to net zero emissions.
InclusiveCulture:
Our high-performing culture is built on afoundation of care, support, and inclusion, ensuring an environmentwhere everyone can thrive.
FlexibleWorking Arrangements:
We understand the importance ofwork-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements to suityour needs.
ComprehensiveBenefits:
Salary sacrificing, contemporary leaveentitlements and more.
How toApply:
Submit an application including your resume(maximum 2 pages) and a maximum 500-word statement of claimsaddressing the selection criteria in the candidate kit, through theACCC Careers Page at .
ClosingDate:
11:00pm (AEDT), Monday 22 September 2025
Applicants fromdiverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, people withdisability and those from different cultural backgrounds areencouraged to apply.
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