Commercial Innovation Manager

• Drive commercial innovation that powers the future of energy.
• Permanent Full-Time
• Competitive salary, bonus and benefits
• Hybrid working | Haymarket, Sydney location

About Ausgrid – we’re wired for good

We’re the largest distributer of electricity on Australia’s east coast, which means over two million homes and businesses rely on our good work. We’re here at the heart of the energy transition, and we’re driven by a powerful purpose to make electricity accessible for all.

It’s an exciting new chapter for our company with each day bringing a renewed energy to how we deliver, store and use electricity. As we continue to grow, we’re in search of exceptional talent to help us achieve our goals.

Everyone’s job is important here. Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We’re committed to fostering a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace, and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

See yourself working here

Ausgrid is at the forefront of Australia’s energy transition and have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Innovation Manager to join our team. Sitting in the Fleet, Logistics, and EVCI team you’ll play a critical role in shaping the commercial strategy and future direction of our fleet, logistics, supply chain, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure (EVCI), while identifying new opportunities for value creation across the broader business. Reporting to the Head of Logistics, Fleet and EVCI, you will lead the development and execution of integrated commercial and business strategy  while driving continual improvement across fleet, logistics, electrification initiatives and emerging growth opportunities. This is a senior strategic role for a commercially minded individual who thrives at turning ideas into actionable strategy and tangible outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the development and delivery of commercial and business strategy across Fleet, Logistics, EVCI and electrification initiatives.
• Provide strategic advice and decision support to senior leaders through clear analysis, insights and recommendations.
• Identify and progress new revenue and asset monetisation opportunities, balancing commercial return with enterprise risk.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement through structured learning, reviews and value‑based investment decisions.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams to shape and deliver priority commercial initiatives and strategic outcomes.

What you bring to the role

Our hiring decisions are not only based on your experience and skills, but your passion, attitude, and alignment to our core values.  You’re a strategic and commercially astute professional who brings structure, insight and momentum to complex environments.

You’ll have:

• A tertiary qualification in engineering, commerce, business, economics or a related discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in strategy, commercial planning or business transformation within complex or regulated environments.
• Strong background in strategy consulting or equivalent strategic roles.
• Well-developed commercial acumen with a proven track record of delivering tangible outcomes.
• Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving and systems‑thinking capability.
• High‑impact communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, compelling presentations for senior audiences.
• Confidence engaging and influencing senior stakeholders across business, government and industry.
• A proactive, execution‑focused mindset and the courage to challenge the status quo.

Experience in the energy sector or advanced analytics is highly regarded but not essential.

Life at Ausgrid

At Ausgrid, we go beyond just a competitive salary to offer an exciting range of benefits. From salary sacrificing electric vehicles and novated leasing, to discounted corporate health insurance and access to Fitness Passport, our benefits support your work here, and your life out there.

Celebrate success every day with our employee recognition program to bring out each other’s best. Looking to grow professionally? We’ve got you covered with study assistance, secondments, training and mentors, whose advice you’ll keep wherever you go.

We’re proud to offer gender-neutral parental leave to balance work when growing your family. And if you’re caring for elderly parents, our aged care support services offer expert guidance to help you access care for your loved ones. At Ausgrid, it's all about supporting you in every aspect of life.

If you require support with your application/reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please reach out to our dedicated Talent Team recruitment@ausgrid.com.au.

Application close date: Friday 7th May (please note, this date is subject to early closure) 

We are not accepting agency submissions at this time. Applicants must have full Australian work rights to apply.

By applying, you may be considered for a Talent Pool to support future opportunities over the next 12 months.