General Manager Digital

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, it is accelerating progress towards a cleaner, more sustainable future. Every role at ARENA contributes to meaningful change and shapes Australia’s transition to renewable energy.

As the General Manager, Digital you will lead the team supporting ARENA’s technology infrastructure, digital assets and capability, and data management frameworks. You will provide enterprise-wide strategic leadership for digital and will be accountable for the delivery of the digital capability, incorporating technology platforms and applications, AI, data and digital transformation, needed to achieve ARENA’s strategic goals.

This position is instrumental in leading change and delivering outcomes across ARENA. The General Manager will provide strategic advice to the CEO, COO, SLT and Board across all digital domains and support the leadership team in shaping and navigating complex digital initiatives to deliver commercially acceptable and data-enabled outcomes in a timely manner.

We are seeking an executive who communicates with influence, builds strong internal and external relationships and is skilled at leading a team and delivering under pressure. An understanding of the renewal energy sector would be an advantage, however experience in the government sector is not essential.

This is a rare opportunity to join a purpose-driven team where innovation thrives and your work matters. With a values-driven culture built on knowledge, sharing and impact, ARENA offers an advancing environment where you can grow your skills, expand your expertise in the renewable energy sector and make a lasting positive impact. This opportunity will excite you If you're ready to be part of something bigger and transform the future of energy for a sustainable future.

ARENA was established in 2012 to support the global transition to net zero emissions by accelerating the pace of pre-commercial innovation, to the benefit of Australian consumers, businesses and workers. ARENA has received significant additional funding and is trusted by the Government to deliver many of its most impactful emissions reduction programs, supporting the Government's emissions reduction goals.

Location: Canberra, Sydney or Melbourne

How to apply:
Candidate information: Please click on the "Additional Information" button to download a copy of the Candidate Information Pack. For more information, please contact Joanne Davies at jdavies@derwentsearch.com.au quoting reference number: 33590.

To apply: Please provide a cover letter highlighting your suitability for the role and a resume by the due date.
Applications close: 2nd November 2025 at midnight.