Lead Business Analyst

Transgrid; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Parental leave (20 weeks)

Novated leasing

Corporate discounts

Job summary

Transgrid is seeking a Lead Business Analyst to bridge business units with Technology & Transformation delivery teams. You will translate strategic needs into testable technology requirements, strengthen delivery quality, and ensure alignment with regulatory and organisational objectives across Transgrid and Lumea.

You will shape consistent BA practices, mentor analysts, and drive traceability, validation, and acceptance across complex technology initiatives within a regulated infrastructure

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Business Analysis experience including leadership or mentoring responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of BABOK or equivalent framework; CBAP or PMI-PBA highly regarded.
• Experience developing business cases and managing requirements, traceability and UAT across complex technology projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead business analysis planning and delivery across multiple technology projects.
• Elicit, challenge, document and manage business and functional requirements with clear acceptance criteria.
• Translate AS-IS and TO-BE processes into requirements and delivery artefacts.
• Own requirements traceability and govern validation from design reviews to go-live.
• Mentor Business Analysts and uplift capability across the portfolio.

Skills

Business analysis

Leadership / mentoring

BABOK knowledge

Requirements management

Stakeholder engagement

UAT & traceability

Agile / CSPO

Job description

Transgrid operates and manages the major high voltage electricity transmission network in NSW and the ACT, connecting generators, distributors and major end users.

Our core role is to connect electricity consumers to a safe, secure and reliable network through efficient maintenance, proficient operation of assets and prudent investment. Our network is the backbone of the NEM, enabling energy trading between Australia's three largest states along the east coast and supporting the competitive wholesale electricity market

The opportunity

As Lead Business Analyst, you will be the key conduit between our business units and Technology & Transformation delivery teams. Working across Transgrid and Lumea, you will translate strategic business needs into clear, testable technology requirements, strengthen delivery quality and ensure solutions align with regulatory, commercial and organisational objectives. You will also shape consistent business analysis practices and mentor Business Analysts across the technology portfolio.

The impact you'll make

You will bring structure, clarity and constructive challenge to complex initiatives, helping teams move from business need through to validated delivery outcomes.

• Lead business analysis planning and delivery across multiple technology projects and portfolio priorities.
• Elicit, challenge, document and manage business and functional requirements, including clear problem statements, scope boundaries and acceptance criteria.
• Translate AS-IS and TO-BE process outputs into requirements, Solution Design Brief inputs and traceable delivery artefacts.
• Own requirements traceability and govern validation from design review through user acceptance testing and go-live sign-off.
• Mentor Business Analysts, uplift capability and drive consistency in frameworks, standards and documentation quality.

About you

You are a senior, outcome-focused Business Analyst who can navigate ambiguity, influence stakeholders and turn complex needs into practical delivery direction.

• 10+ years of Business Analysis experience, including leadership, coaching or mentoring responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of BABOK or an equivalent framework; CBAP or PMI-PBA certification is highly regarded.
• Demonstrated experience developing business cases and managing requirements, traceability and UAT across complex technology projects.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, facilitation and influencing skills, including the confidence to challenge assumptions constructively.
• Experience in regulated infrastructure or another audit-sensitive environment; Agile certification such as CSPO is desirable.

This is an opportunity to influence how business analysis is delivered across a complex technology portfolio supporting both Transgrid's regulated transmission business and Lumea's commercial operations. You will work with senior business and technology stakeholders, contribute to high-impact initiatives and help build a stronger, more consistent BA practice.

Be part of something bigger - Our Values

Transgrids core values encompass safety, achievement, integrity, and service. Prioritising safety above all, the company emphasises making a meaningful impact through achievement, upholding honesty through integrity, and delivering exceptional outcomes for customers and communities through dedicated service. These values are ingrained in the actions and behaviours of Transgrids people, who embody them every day.

Our commitment to you Enjoy flexible working, 20 weeks' paid parental leave, novated leasing and a wide range of corporate discounts designed to support your wellbeing, lifestyle and career.

Transgrid operates and manages the major high voltage electricity transmission network in NSW and the ACT, connecting generators, distributors and major end users.

Our core role is to connect electricity consumers to a safe, secure and reliable network through efficient maintenance, proficient operation of assets and prudent investment. Our network is the backbone of the NEM, enabling energy trading between Australia's three largest states along the east coast and supporting the competitive wholesale electricity market

The opportunity

As Lead Business Analyst, you will be the key conduit between our business units and Technology & Transformation delivery teams. Working across Transgrid and Lumea, you will translate strategic business needs into clear, testable technology requirements, strengthen delivery quality and ensure solutions align with regulatory, commercial and organisational objectives. You will also shape consistent business analysis practices and mentor Business Analysts across the technology portfolio.

The impact you'll make

You will bring structure, clarity and constructive challenge to complex initiatives, helping teams move from business need through to validated delivery outcomes.

• Lead business analysis planning and delivery across multiple technology projects and portfolio priorities.
• Elicit, challenge, document and manage business and functional requirements, including clear problem statements, scope boundaries and acceptance criteria.
• Translate AS-IS and TO-BE process outputs into requirements, Solution Design Brief inputs and traceable delivery artefacts.
• Own requirements traceability and govern validation from design review through user acceptance testing and go-live sign-off.
• Mentor Business Analysts, uplift capability and drive consistency in frameworks, standards and documentation quality.

About you

You are a senior, outcome-focused Business Analyst who can navigate ambiguity, influence stakeholders and turn complex needs into practical delivery direction.

• 10+ years of Business Analysis experience, including leadership, coaching or mentoring responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of BABOK or an equivalent framework; CBAP or PMI-PBA certification is highly regarded.
• Demonstrated experience developing business cases and managing requirements, traceability and UAT across complex technology projects.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, facilitation and influencing skills, including the confidence to challenge assumptions constructively.
• Experience in regulated infrastructure or another audit-sensitive environment; Agile certification such as CSPO is desirable.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to influence how business analysis is delivered across a complex technology portfolio supporting both Transgrid's regulated transmission business and Lumea's commercial operations. You will work with senior business and technology stakeholders, contribute to high-impact initiatives and help build a stronger, more consistent BA practice.

Be part of something bigger - Our Values

Transgrids core values encompass safety, achievement, integrity, and service. Prioritising safety above all, the company emphasises making a meaningful impact through achievement, upholding honesty through integrity, and delivering exceptional outcomes for customers and communities through dedicated service. These values are ingrained in the actions and behaviours of Transgrids people, who embody them every day.

Our commitment to you Enjoy flexible working, 20 weeks' paid parental leave, novated leasing and a wide range of corporate discounts designed to support your wellbeing, lifestyle and career.

We're committed to a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will provide adjustments to ensure you can participate fully in our recruitment process.

Applications close: Monday 23rd November 2026. Please note, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, and we will assess applications as they are received.