Product Lead – Western Power
Join to apply for the Product Lead role at Western Power. Be part of the exciting transformation of Distributed Energy Resources (DER) as a central element of WA's energy transition.
This position is accountable for working with the Area Manager to define the vision for the DER Connection process and developing the strategic roadmap, balancing the needs and risks for multiple stakeholders. The role will be the point person for delivery of an end‐to‐end redesign of how DER connects to the network, commencing in early 2026. The redesign will enable improved data capture, compliance, and enhanced customer experience in connecting DER to deliver outcomes in line with the State Government's DER Roadmap and Western Power's role as Distributed System Operator (DSO).
This position serves as the product expert for the business area and development teams, translating and clarifying requirements between the DER Connections area and the technology development teams. It will also be responsible for external stakeholder engagement to ensure good customer experience and effective integration of systems where required.
Your Role in Action
* Define the product vision and roadmap – create a strategic roadmap to deliver the vision set by the Area Manager.
* Manage the product backlog – create and prioritise requirements and user stories based on strategy and business objectives.
* Prioritise needs – manage scope, budget and time, weighing priorities to meet stakeholder objectives.
* Oversee development stages – translate business vision into release plans and manage product priorities throughout planning, refining, review and sprint cycles.
* Represent sponsors and business areas – engage business owners and subject matter experts, using market knowledge and communication skills.
* Act as primary liaison – communicate and coordinate between internal & external stakeholders and development teams.
* Translate policy and regulation into product outcomes – map evolving policy and regulations relating to DER into product development.
* Reduce Technical Debt – address technical debt reduction in all priority considerations and maintain transparency on application state.
* Evaluate product progress at each iteration – inspect and evaluate product progress through each iteration.
What Makes You a Great Fit
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a field relevant to the business.
* Seasoned professional with extensive expertise and knowledge having worked as a Program or Project Manager for a minimum of 8+ years, with demonstrated experience in high value/highly complex projects.
* More than 2 years' experience in a product owner or product management role.
* Demonstrated success delivering project outcomes including design, development and implementation.
* Demonstrated 2+ years' experience working in or leading projects using an Agile methodology.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, influencing senior management and guiding working groups.
* Prior experience in developing product strategy, product development roadmap and process success in delivering to a plan.
* Clear decision‐making ability and proven success balancing multiple projects in a time‐sensitive environment, under pressure and meeting deadlines.
Benefits
* Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.
* Flexible work arrangements to support part‐time work, working hours and working from home arrangements.
* 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.
* An award‐winning employee recognition and benefits programme.
* An innovative team culture enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.
* In addition to standard leave, enjoy three wellness leave days each year.
* Access to end‐of‐trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists.
* On‐site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.
* 22 weeks paid parental leave and 5 days of First Nations cultural leave to support family and cultural connections.
Applications
Applications close on 9 January 2026.
Equal Opportunity
We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. As a WORK180‐endorsed employer for women, we are proud of our commitment to inclusion. You can learn more about this through our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.
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