General Manager – Government Relations

ATCO Australia is dedicated to driving meaningful change across the country. As our presence continues to grow, we are focused on enhancing our relationships with key government stakeholders and shaping public policy to support sustainable, long-term success.We are seeking a General Manager - Government Relations. This senior role will lead and execute the company’s strategic engagement with government and regulatory bodies, ensuring that our policy priorities are effectively communicated and addressed at the federal, state and local levels. You will oversee all aspects of government relations, public policy advocacy and  policy development in Australia. The role requires a high level of political acumen, exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence and build relationships with key stakeholders.Role FunctionsDevelop and implement ATCO’s government engagement strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and integration with the company’s broader external stakeholder engagement strategy to achieve positive policy outcomes.Lead the execution of the government engagement strategy by creating a forward-looking plan and coordinating with internal teams to maximize impact and alignment across initiatives.Represent the company at government meetings, conferences and events, advocating for positions that align with company interests.Synthetise the strategic insights from regulatory developments and formulating appropriate advocacy responses.Oversee the evaluation of the success of engagement plans, providing analysis and feedback to refine strategies and optimise future efforts.Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with key government stakeholders to support ATCO’s objectives and policy interests.Provide expert advice to senior leadership on political and policy matters, ensuring that the company’s strategy remains adaptable to changing government priorities.Oversee the preparation of submissions to government inquiries, consultations and other public policy processes.Exposure & Experience QualificationsA bachelor’s degree in law, economics, communications, commerce, or other related disciplineBackground Proven experience in government relations, public policy, or advocacy, ideally within a corporate or industry context.Demonstrated success in influencing and building relationships with senior political figures, government officials, and external stakeholders.Strong strategic thinking and the ability to turn complex policy issues into actionable business strategies.Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience in writing submissions, reports, and policy documents.Why ATCO Australia?Always there. Anywhere. That’s us! We are committed to delivering inspired solutions for a better world. We care about our communities, we care about each other, and we care about showing up for those who need us. We never break a promise and dare to do the right thing, even when it’s hard. We take pride in holding ourselves to the highest standard of integrity and excellence in all that we do.You’ll join a $22b global company with diverse products and services across energy infrastructure, housing, transportation and renewable energy projects.What we offerHybrid/flexible work arrangements, based in our Sydney or Perth CBD office locations.Access to additional purchased leaveA competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonusNovated Lease and Car BenefitsEmployee Share Purchase PlanAccess to corporate discounts, including health insurance, banking, and fitness clubs.Access to ATCO's Employee Assistance ProgramATCO fosters an inclusive workplace culture where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.  AUD Perth 6000

General Manager - Government Relations

ATCO Australia is dedicated to driving meaningful change across the country. As our presence continues to grow, we are focused on enhancing our relationships with key government stakeholders and shaping public policy to support sustainable, long-term success.

We are seeking a General Manager - Government Relations. This senior role will lead and execute the company’s strategic engagement with government and regulatory bodies, ensuring that our policy priorities are effectively communicated and addressed at the federal, state and local levels. You will oversee all aspects of government relations, public policy advocacy and  policy development in Australia. The role requires a high level of political acumen, exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence and build relationships with key stakeholders.

Role Functions

  • Develop and implement ATCO’s government engagement strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and integration with the company’s broader external stakeholder engagement strategy to achieve positive policy outcomes.
  • Lead the execution of the government engagement strategy by creating a forward-looking plan and coordinating with internal teams to maximize impact and alignment across initiatives.
  • Represent the company at government meetings, conferences and events, advocating for positions that align with company interests.
  • Synthetise the strategic insights from regulatory developments and formulating appropriate advocacy responses.
  • Oversee the evaluation of the success of engagement plans, providing analysis and feedback to refine strategies and optimise future efforts.
  • Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with key government stakeholders to support ATCO’s objectives and policy interests.
  • Provide expert advice to senior leadership on political and policy matters, ensuring that the company’s strategy remains adaptable to changing government priorities.
  • Oversee the preparation of submissions to government inquiries, consultations and other public policy processes.

Exposure & Experience

Qualifications

  • A bachelor’s degree in law, economics, communications, commerce, or other related discipline

Background

  • Proven experience in government relations, public policy, or advocacy, ideally within a corporate or industry context.
  • Demonstrated success in influencing and building relationships with senior political figures, government officials, and external stakeholders.
  • Strong strategic thinking and the ability to turn complex policy issues into actionable business strategies.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience in writing submissions, reports, and policy documents.

Why ATCO Australia?

Always there. Anywhere. That’s us! We are committed to delivering inspired solutions for a better world. We care about our communities, we care about each other, and we care about showing up for those who need us. We never break a promise and dare to do the right thing, even when it’s hard. We take pride in holding ourselves to the highest standard of integrity and excellence in all that we do.

You’ll join a $22b global company with diverse products and services across energy infrastructure, housing, transportation and renewable energy projects.

What we offer

  • Hybrid/flexible work arrangements, based in our Sydney or Perth CBD office locations.
  • Access to additional purchased leave
  • A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus
  • Novated Lease and Car Benefits
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan
  • Access to corporate discounts, including health insurance, banking, and fitness clubs.
  • Access to ATCO's Employee Assistance Program

ATCO fosters an inclusive workplace culture where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.