Do you want to work at an agency where each day reveals new opportunities to work on some of the biggest issues facing consumers and businesses and have opportunities to pursue new and exciting pathways? Do you want to work at a place where smart and dedicated people from all walks of life collaborate to work on meaningful matters? Do you want to contribute to the integration of network data assets into the AER's digital transformation? Then this is the place for you! At the AER, we work to make energy consumers better off, now and in the future. We focus on ensuring a secure, reliable and affordable energy future for Australia as it transitions to net zero emissions. Our high performing culture is built on a foundation of care, support and inclusion. It’s why we’re driven by connection and collaboration, sharing our skills, knowledge and support with each other freely and frequently. It’s why we prioritise the wellbeing of our people and empower them to work autonomously, flexibly and courageously. We believe the best version of you is the one that’s true to who you are – and that’s the you we want working alongside us. We value flexibility, this role can be performed at any of the AER offices located in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, or Sydney and is available on a full-time, part-time or job-share basis. Applicants from diverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, people with disability and those from different cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply. What you will do as the Assistant Director, Networks Data Management The Assistant Director In The Data Team Will Work Across The Network Regulation Division To Drive Improvements In The Quality Of Data Assets. As The Assistant Director, Networks Data Management You Will Lead a small team responsible for managing the collection, use and storage of information associated with the AER's regulatory responsibility and lead initiatives to improve AER data management workflows. Contribute to the planning and management of concurrent projects. Engage with stakeholders on technical and regulatory matters, guiding the development of new regulatory information sheets. Work in a geographically dispersed environment and build capability by providing team members with clear direction and support. About You In order to succeed in the role, you will have: Demonstrated experience leading a team or similar role in a fast-paced and large complex people-centred organisation. Demonstrated experience with stakeholder engagement with the ability to negotiate and influence internal and external stakeholders to achieve outcomes. A well developed understanding, or ability to quickly acquire an understanding of Australian energy markets and the role, purpose and objectives of the AER. Tertiary qualifications in law, public policy, economics, corporate finance, engineering or related fields with at least 5 years post-qualifications experience. To find out more about us and the role, please read the Candidate Kit. How To Apply You will be asked to respond to the statement of claims of no more than 800 words and submit your resume with key outcomes or what you are most proud of in each role you have held (2 pages maximum). Salary: EL1 $127,908 - $141,555 (plus 15.4% superannuation). The salary rates incorporate the agency pay increases which take effective from 12 March 2026 under the ACCC Enterprise Agreement 2024-2027. Contact Officer: Kaye Johnston, (02) 6243 3019 Applications Close: 11:00pm (AEDT), Sunday 22 March 2026 Please note that due to a system upgrade the Recruitment Platform (BigRedSky) will be unavailable from 10:00pm (AEDT) Friday 6 March 2026 until 10:00pm (AEDT) Sunday 8 March 2026.
