Description:
Who We AreAustralian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) owns, operates and invests in infrastructure which delivers gas to more than two million homes and businesses, and is one of the largest gas infrastructure businesses in Australia. AGIG manages distribution networks, transmission pipelines and storage capacity. AGIG recently grew to over 1300 employees. We also manage a large contractor workforce, who provide both specialist and operating and maintenance services on AGIG’s gas distribution networks.
Our business is actively participating in the energy transition by delivering the natural gas needed today and advancing solutions for the future. Our Net Zero goal and emissions reduction targets outline our ongoing commitment to a sustainable energy future. We know that to deliver our net zero goal in a timely, affordable and reliable way for all customers, a diverse range of energy supply is needed. We will continue to work with customers and stakeholders to deliver and develop the energy infrastructure solutions essential to lowering emissions – including through natural gas, renewable gas and carbon capture and sequestration solutions.
Summarised Role Description And Purpose
AGIG is building a new Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) to strengthen how we deliver major projects and align our investment program with strategic priorities. As the Head of EPMO, you’ll lead the design and rollout of this enterprise‑wide function-shaping governance, standards and tools that uplift project delivery maturity across the organisation.
Reporting to the Group Head of Regulation, you will establish and embed a consistent framework for project planning, oversight and execution, while also directly overseeing Major Projects under the new model. Working closely with existing PMOs, you’ll bring connection, coordination and visibility across the project landscape, ensuring clarity and confidence in project performance.
This is a rare opportunity to build a critical function from the ground up, influence major investment decisions and deliver enterprise‑level impact at scale.
Responsibilities Of The Job Role
- Design and establish the EPMO including structure, governance, and implementation approach.
- Develop and embed an enterprise‑wide project governance framework, including policies, procedures, tools and templates.
- Lead project management and oversight of Major Projects, ensuring alignment with the new governance framework.
- Provide consolidated portfolio reporting to the Executive Leadership Team and the Investment Committee.
- Coordinate and support existing PMO functions, driving consistency, assurance and enterprise‑level visibility.
- Implement the transition to the new EPMO model and ensure it is adopted across the business.
- Drive consistent, high‑quality reporting and decision‑making processes across all projects.
- Champion AGIG’s values and foster a high‑performance, safe and inclusive culture within project environments.
- Ensure Major Projects are delivered in alignment with AGIG’s Sustainable Communities strategic pillar.
You are an accomplished project leader with deep experience delivering large‑scale infrastructure or utility projects and overseeing complex portfolios to budget, schedule and quality standards. You bring strong capability in designing and embedding governance frameworks that enhance transparency, accountability and consistency, supported by a solid understanding of regulatory requirements in the utilities or gas sector. You communicate with influence and credibility, engaging confidently with regulators, government bodies, investors and community stakeholders.
You’re known for leading high‑performing teams and guiding cross‑functional groups through complexity to achieve shared outcomes. With tertiary qualifications in project management or a related field, you bring strong knowledge of the energy sector and its regulatory processes. Above all, you provide clarity, structure and assurance - driving disciplined project delivery across the enterprise.
What We Offer
- We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by Diversity Council Australia, and our commitment to diversity and inclusion has earned us recognition in 2023-2024. Join us to be part of a team that values and celebrates differences, ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard and respected.
- AGIG is proudly recognised by WORK180 as a committed and supportive employer of choice for women, reflecting our dedication to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.
- Dive into a culture that supports the community through the Community Partnerships Program: with 2 paid volunteer leave days across the year, join a team that has dedicated over 1,900 volunteer hours, and collectively raised more than $100,000 through donations, fundraising and our dollar matching program.
- Bonus incentive program.
- A range of flexible working arrangements and leave options, including three additional leave days and to option to purchase two weeks of additional leave each year.
- 20 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer.
- Professional Development opportunities to support your career growth.
- Wellbeing and Inclusion program including Employee Assistance Program, annual flu vaccinations and access to free annual health checks.
- Join in on social activities through our AGIG Social Club.
- Range of rewards and recognition activities across the company.
- Salary Continuance Insurance.
AGIG is committed to a workplace that promotes and recognises the diversity of its employees and the broader community that we serve by applying the principles of equity, fairness and transparency. A diverse and inclusive workplace is consistent with achieving AGIG’s values of Trust, Accountable, Care and One Team.
Interested in this opportunity but are unsure of meeting all the requirements? If this role excites you, we strongly encourage you to apply - your unique skills and experience could be exactly what we need!
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from females, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake background checks which include reference checks, police checks and a pre-employment medical.
13 Feb 2026;
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