General Manager, Heavy Industry

About ARENA 

ARENA is at the forefront of Australia’s renewable energy transition, funding and supporting innovative solutions that make real impact. By investing in cutting edge technologies, sharing insights with the market and collaborating with industry leaders, we’re accelerating progress towards a cleaner, more sustainable future. Every role here contributes to meaningful change and shapes Australia’s transition to renewable energy. 

Join our purpose-driven team where innovation thrives and your work matters. With a values driven culture built on knowledge sharing and impact, we offer an advancing environment where you can grow your skills, expand your expertise in the renewable energy sector and make a lasting positive impact.  

About the position

This is a 12-month fixed term contract.  

The General Manager (GM) of an Impact Team is responsible for end-to-end strategic and operational leadership of a portfolio of programs, investments, and initiatives aligned with ARENA’s strategic priorities. This role combines the disciplines of investment leadership, portfolio management, and impact delivery to shape and execute multi-year strategic plans, ensure strong delivery governance, and optimise portfolio performance.

The GM acts as the portfolio owner, with full accountability for strategic direction, quality assurance, delivery integrity, and system impact. This includes delegated authority for certain decisions in the investment process

How to apply

Download and read the Position Description:  Position Description - General Manager, Heavy Industry.pdf

Applicants must be Australian Citizens and will be required to undergo a national police check. 

Please include a short (no more than one page) cover letter addressing your suitability for the role.

Please apply with your CV and cover letter by Tuesday 30 June 5:00PM AEST.

Employment framework and classification

ARENA employees are engaged under the Australian Renewable Energy Agency Act 2011. They are not the same as Australian Public Service (APS) employees, who are employed under the Public Service Act 1999. ARENA’s employment conditions and classifications may differ from those of APS departments and agencies.

Positions are classified based on the nature and scope of the duties required to be performed. Job level and remuneration are determined with regard to:

• the complexity of the role
• the level of responsibility
• the skills and capabilities required.