Chief Executive Officer

Derwent; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy utility in Western Australia is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead transformative initiatives and oversee safe energy delivery across diverse communities. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in energy and infrastructure, strong leadership capabilities, and a commitment to driving positive change. This role is pivotal in shaping the energy future and supporting regional development.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in energy and infrastructure sectors.
• Experience in managing diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to navigate complex transformation agendas.
• Infrastructure or project financing exposure valued.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction aligned with government policy.
• Build a high-performing culture and executive team.
• Engage with Traditional Owners and regional stakeholders.
• Balance operational imperatives with decarbonisation goals.

Skills

Leadership in energy and infrastructure

Digital innovation expertise

Stakeholder engagement

Transformation management

Customer-centric approach

Customer-centricity

Social/environmental impact

Project financing exposure

Education

Experience in executive leadership

Job description

Chief Executive Officer

About Horizon Power
Horizon Power is Western Australia’s only vertically integrated regional electricity utility, delivering power to approximately 47,000 customers across 2.3 million square kilometres, the largest service area of any Australian power provider. With a dedicated workforce of over 600 employees, Horizon Power is pioneering the future of regional energy, from groundbreaking microgrid solutions to delivering power to 170 remote and town‑based communities. Its purpose is clear: deliver clean energy solutions for regional growth and vibrant communities. As a Government Trading Enterprise with revenue of approximately $720 million and assets of $2 billion, Horizon Power operates across the full supply chain and is leading customer‑led decarbonisation and community‑centred energy solutions.

The Opportunity
As CEO you will lead one of Australia’s most innovative energy utilities through significant transformation, navigating the intersection of decarbonisation, decentralisation and digitisation while ensuring energy remains affordable and accessible. You will be charged with the delivery of safe and reliable power across multiple power systems tailored to meet the unique needs of some of the most isolated and remote communities in the world. This includes the North West Interconnected System (NWIS) in the Pilbara; a connected network covering three interconnected systems in Kununurra, Wyndham and Lake Argyle; more than 30 microgrids; and standalone power systems that sustainably service end‑of‑grid customers. Working closely with key stakeholders you will position Horizon Power’s evolving role in the Pilbara Energy Transition, which presents significant opportunity for the business to act as a regional catalyst and support the State’s decarbonisation and economic diversification aspirations. This role demands a change agent who thrives on complexity and delivers at pace, managing diverse stakeholders, leading through uncertainty and balancing commercial imperatives with social purpose.

Key Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction aligned with government policy while advocating for regional communities and securing funding for transformative energy infrastructure and innovation
• Build a high‑performing culture and executive team, championing safety and driving capabilities in digital innovation, customer‑centricity and operational excellence
• Balance today’s operational imperatives with tomorrow’s decarbonisation and transformation agenda
• Engage authentically with Traditional Owners, remote communities, government, industry and regional stakeholders as the primary voice for regional energy issues

Candidate Profile
This is a compelling opportunity for an accomplished CEO seeking a fresh challenge, or a visionary senior executive ready to take the next step into chief executive leadership. Experience in energy and infrastructure, with exposure across the full supply chain, will be highly valued. Your track record working with diverse stakeholders and driving transformation across safety, digital technology, operations, customer‑centricity and social/environmental change will set you up for success. Infrastructure or project financing exposure is highly valued. This is a chance to lead an organisation genuinely shaping the energy future for generations of Western Australians in regional and remote communities.

To apply, please lodge your application via the link in this advertisement. For specific enquiries, please contact Nada Dixon at [e-mail] referencing 33500. Applications close: COB 29th October 2025.