PSE Strategy & Planning Lead
Perth
We're leading Western Australians to their intelligent energy future.
And we want you to be part of it.
You might know us as Western Australia's largest electricity generator and energy retailer, supporting 1.2 million customers across the state.
But what you might not know, is that we’re investing in renewable energy projects, including wind farms and big batteries, to help build a more sustainable and reliable future.
Our Big Battery is now live in Kwinana, we’re expanding the Warradarge Wind Farm, the WA EV Network has launched, and we have many other projects in the works.
We're a purpose-driven organisation, owned by the people of WA. Our commitment is to ensure all Western Australians have access to secure, reliable, and sustainable energy.
We believe that the benefits of renewable energy aren’t just for some, they're for everyone.
This is where you come in.
Role Description:
The PSE (People, Safety & Environment) Strategy and Planning Lead is a newly created opportunity in our People., Safety & Environment team based at our Perth Central Park.
The PSE Strategy and Planning Lead plays a critical role in supporting strategic planning and execution across People, Safety and Environment (PSE). This role provides oversight and coordination of the PSE portfolio and Synergy’s people, safety and environment strategies and initiatives, ensuring alignment of priorities, clarity of outcomes, milestones and critical path management, and effective stakeholder engagement.
With a strong focus on alignment, clarity, and impact, the role ensures strategic priorities are well-defined, outcomes are measurable, and stakeholders are effectively engaged. It also drives cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement, enabling more efficient, integrated, and future-focused ways of working across PSE and the wider business.
Job responsibilities:
- Lead the development, delivery and implementation of strategic plans across PSE.
- Use best practice research and insights to lead transformational planning, strategy, project management and ensure robust functional reporting.
- Oversee the PSE strategic portfolio, ensuring initiatives are aligned with organisational priorities and strategic objectives and deliver intended outcomes.
- Transformational planning, strategy and project management function reporting role
Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior leaders to support informed decision-making and long-term planning.
What you will bring:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in business, management, or a related discipline.
- Proven track record in developing people, safety and environment strategies that enables high performance.
- Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, portfolio management, or transformation leadership within a complex organisational environment.
- Post-graduate relevant quantitative degree (MBA, CFA or other) would be desirable.
- Background of effectively working and through large complex organisational change and transition
So, what's it like working for Synergy?
As one of Australia's most trusted utility brands, we value our customers, the community we operate in, and our people. When you work with us, you'll be joining an inclusive and proactive organisation, one that enables innovative thinking, accountable leadership, and collaboration. It's how we're creating an exceptional workplace, and we want you to be part of it.
At Synergy we have a wide range of benefits designed to help you balance your work and home life, support your health and wellbeing along with having access to professional development opportunities.
Here's a just a few of the benefits you'll have access to as a Synergy employee:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Paid parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers
- Other leave options including reproductive and purchased annual leave
- Volunteer leave so you can give back to your community
- Learning and development opportunities
More details can be found here
At Synergy we believe in creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and feel a true sense of belonging. We're proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by the Diversity Council of Australia. We celebrate our diversity and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups.
Have we sparked your interest? We hope so. It’s an exciting time for energy in Western Australia – and you’re connected to it.
Click 'Apply' below to get started with your application.
Applications close 18th November 2025, however Synergy reserves the right to close applications when a suitable pool of candidates is identified.
Need some help?
Get in touch with our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@synergy.net.au