Regional CEO - Australia

Shemar Power Engineering; Australia; On-site; AUD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy firm in Australia is seeking an Executive to lead strategic objectives in the transmission sector. This pivotal role requires deep expertise in overhead transmission lines and managing large scale project portfolios, focusing on financial and operational results. Candidates should have a strong background in the Australian transmission grid, leadership skills, and the ability to engage effectively with regulators and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong background in the Australian transmission grid industry, preferably with direct TSO exposure.
• Proven technical expertise in overhead transmission lines.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale program and project portfolios.
• Strong understanding of financial KPIs and their relationship to business drivers.
• Experience in corporate strategy and strategic execution.
• Ability to work effectively with government authorities and senior stakeholders in the power sector.
• Leadership and team management skills with a proven ability to inspire and drive results.

Responsibilities

• Own the achievement of company strategic goals and translate them into actionable business plans.
• Deliver annual operating and financial performance targets.
• Lead the delivery of multiple major projects, ensuring timelines, safety, and quality standards are met.
• Program & Project Management: Lead the delivery of multiple major projects, ensuring timelines, safety, and quality standards are met.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with government regulators, TSOs, and senior grid executives.
• Strategic Planning & Execution: Contribute to corporate strategy and break it down into measurable initiatives.
• Team Leadership: Guide and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Stakeholder Engagement

Financial Accountability

Project Management

Regulatory liaison

Team leadership

Job description

Overview

We’re seeking a proven leader from the Australian transmission sector to spearhead our strategic objectives and deliver outstanding operational and financial results. This is a high-impact position for a senior executive with deep expertise in overhead transmission lines and a track record in delivering large-scale project portfolios while linking strategy directly to business performance.

You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our Australian operations, engaging with TSOs, regulators, and industry leaders to drive growth, innovation, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Own the achievement of company strategic goals and translate them into actionable business plans.
• Financial Accountability: Deliver annual operating and financial performance targets.
• Technical Expertise: Apply in-depth knowledge of overhead transmission line planning, design, and operations to ensure best-in-class project outcomes.
• Program & Project Management: Lead the delivery of multiple major projects, ensuring timelines, safety, and quality standards are met.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with government regulators, TSOs, and senior grid executives.
• Strategic Planning & Execution: Contribute to corporate strategy and break it down into measurable initiatives.
• Team Leadership: Guide and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.

Qualifications & Experience

• Strong background in the Australian transmission grid industry, preferably with direct TSO exposure.
• Proven technical expertise in overhead transmission lines (planning, design, operations, and maintenance).
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale program and project portfolios.
• Strong understanding of financial KPIs and their relationship to business drivers.
• Experience in corporate strategy and strategic execution.
• Ability to work effectively with government authorities and senior stakeholders in the power sector.
• Leadership and team management skills with a proven ability to inspire and drive results.

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Strategy/Planning and Sales

Industries

• Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution, Utilities, and Engineering Services

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity. This description does not request or require any payment from applicants.