About the Company 

SA Water is a successful, modern water utility wholly owned by the Government of South Australia. We employ more than 1,700 people across a broad range of disciplines who operate more than $14 billion worth of infrastructure to deliver essential water and sewerage services to more than 1.8 million South Australians.

We operate in a geographically and climatically diverse service area, with sites and locations from Ceduna through to Port Augusta, the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands, across to the Riverland, down to Mount Gambier, and most places in between.

Our strength and expertise have been shaped by our history. For more than 165 years, South Australians have depended on us to innovate and deliver efficient and sustainable water services. With nationally and internationally recognised industry expertise, we’re focused on understanding and meeting our customers’ expectations.

As well as safely delivering smart and reliable services for our customers of today, we innovate to shape the water solutions of the future that will support thriving economies and healthy communities.

We are driven by our values; we value our people, we do work that matters, we keep it real, we know that our work has impact, and we are future focussed. Staying true to our values ensures that we consistently deliver positive outcomes for all South Australians.

About the role

SA Water is seeking an Energy Compliance Specialist to lead the development, implementation, and coordination of our energy compliance framework. In this crucial role, you will ensure that SA Water meets all its energy compliance obligations, both regulatory and legislative, while also contributing to the efficiency and sustainability of our operations. As the Energy Compliance Specialist, you will work closely with various internal and external stakeholders to monitor and manage energy compliance, ensuring that SA Water adheres to the highest standards of regulatory practices in the National Electricity and Gas Markets.

You will be a subject matter expert, working proactively to develop compliance guidelines, monitor risks, and ensure the timely reporting of energy performance to regulators and other stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional looking to contribute to a forward-thinking, customer-centric organisation.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Lead the development and management of SA Water’s energy compliance framework and documentation.
• Monitor, audit, review, and report on energy legislative and regulatory compliance obligations, translating them into actionable compliance guidelines.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across SA Water to address energy compliance issues and ensure all compliance obligations are met.
• Provide energy compliance training for internal stakeholders and act as a reference point for energy industry knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in energy management systems and processes, ensuring effective identification and management of energy risks.
• Maintain relationships with industry bodies, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to keep abreast of industry developments and foster positive communication and compliance.
• Provide timely and accurate energy compliance reports to regulators, customers, and internal stakeholders.

Your success in this role will come from:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline.
• Extensive knowledge of energy legislation, regulations, codes, and compliance within the energy and utilities sector.
• Proven experience in risk management and compliance systems in energy, including managing compliance registers, auditing, and compliance programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, such as regulators and other industry bodies.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and under pressure, managing changing priorities with minimal direction.
• Understanding of electricity and gas markets and a history of energy compliance reporting and managing regulatory relationships.
• A solutions-oriented approach, able to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical, actionable strategies for compliance.

To apply, click 'Apply'. Please submit and complete the application form, upload a cover letter and current resume. For enquiries, or a copy of the position description, please contact Chantelle Romeo Chantelle.Romeo@sawater.com.au from the Talent Acquisition team.

Applications close 4pm Wednesday 28 May 2025.

A great customer experience is best achieved by having a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

Our Industry is like no other. Dive into the wonderful world of water and explore the boundless opportunities. Learn more about the water industry at careersinwater.com.au.

Please note: We request that recruitment agencies do not submit candidates for this position, as they will not be accepted.