Change Manager

Department: Finance & Governance

Division: Enterprise Portfolio Office

Reference number: 13153

Engagement type: Fixed Term Contract

AEMO at the Heart of Energy

AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO’s purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians. Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around character, commitment, and connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector.

About the role

Australia’s energy system is transforming and AEMO is at the centre of it. Reporting to a Senior Change Manager with a dotted line to the relevant Project Manager - as a Change Manager, you’ll deliver end‑to‑end change across at least 1–2 key projects, supporting stakeholder engagement, go‑live readiness, and seamless transition into business operations.

This is a hands-on 12-month fixed term contract in either Melbourne or Sydney with an opportunity to make a real impact on nationally significant programs.

What you will be doing

• Deliver end‑to‑end change activities using AEMO’s Enterprise Change Framework, driving practical, high‑quality best practice outcomes that embed successfully into the business.
• Partner with senior stakeholders (Change, Program and Project Managers) to design and deliver effective change strategies, plans, key artefacts, activities and outcomes
• Lead stakeholder communications, engagement, and learning/training activities to drive adoption and readiness across complex, technical environments.
• Work closely with Program/Project Managers to proactively identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies impacting successful delivery.
• Collaborate across AEMO’s enablement functions and the Enterprise Change Practice to deliver consistent, aligned and high‑impact change experiences.

What you will bring to the role

• Extensive experience delivering end‑to‑end change management across complex initiatives including technology and operating model initiatives.
• Hands on expertise in designing and delivering impact assessments, strategies/plans, communications, training/learning, and business readiness.
• Ideally with workplace experience in the application of common Change Management methodologies (e.g. Kubler-Ross, Bridges Transition Model, Human Centred Design etc.)
• Strong capability across communications, engagement, and learning design and delivery to drive adoption in technical environments.
• Solid understanding of project delivery methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Lean) and ability to operate effectively within them.
• Relevant qualifications, accreditations and/or certifications in change management or related disciplines (e.g. Change Management Institute, APMG, PROSCI).
• Demonstrated ability to co‑design solutions, influence stakeholders, and coach leaders to embed change effectively.
• Applicants must be an Australian citizen with the ability to attain and maintain an appropriate level of national security clearance issued by AGSVA.

In return some of our benefits to you

• Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave options
• Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.
• Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
• Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).
• Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Our Process

At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing us at talent@aemo.com.au

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