Access & Approval Specialists - Multiple Positions
Apa Group
Manage land access, approvals and stakeholder negotiations for energy projects
21 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Hybrid
Company Size
2,740 Employees
Service Specialisms
Pipeline Services
Energy Infrastructure
Gas Transportation
Asset Management
Operations & Maintenance
Construction
Engineering
Project Delivery
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Natural Gas Transmission
Gas Storage
Gas Processing
Gas Compression
Power Generation
Wind Energy
Energy Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
compliance
consultant coordination
approvals delivery
stakeholder management
project planning
strategic planning
- Champion compliance, governance, and assurance frameworks across the portfolio.
- Coordinate external consultants for defined scopes of work and monitor performance.
- Support project planning and identification of required approvals, contributing to schedule, budget, and risk assessments.
- Lead the planning and delivery of approvals for assigned projects, advising on strategy, risks, and mitigation measures.
- Drive strategic planning and execution of complex approvals and tenure pathways across multiple projects.
- Manage stakeholder relationships and negotiate tenure agreements with minimal supervision.
- Lead stakeholder engagement strategies and high-level negotiations with government, landholders, and other parties.
- Maintain accurate land records and ensure compliance with statutory and legal processes.
- Assist in stakeholder engagement and tenure negotiations under guidance from senior team members.
- Provide leadership and oversight across the Access and Approvals team, ensuring alignment with APA’s broader development goals.
- Represent Access and Approvals in cross-functional planning and leadership forums.
- Ensure field activities align with project HSE management plans and APA policies.
- Oversee consultant engagement and performance across multiple work packages.
- Provide assurance on compliance with legal and statutory obligations and internal systems.
- Mentor Advisors and contribute to continuous improvement of team processes and practices.
What you bring
leadership
strategic
analytical
problem solving
communication
negotiation
- For Senior and Lead roles: proven experience in leading projects or teams, and delivering strategic outcomes in complex regulatory environments.
- Sound analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent negotiation and collaboration skills, with the ability to build relationships based on trust, integrity, and credibility.
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Company
Overview
AUD 1.725 Billion
2023 Revenue Figure
The company achieved AUD 1.725 billion in revenue in 2023, highlighting its strong position in gas infrastructure and energy assets.
2000
Year of Formation
The company was established in 2000 through a spin-off from Australian Gas Light, marking its beginnings as a major player in gas infrastructure.
2022
Strategic Acquisition
In 2022, the company acquired Basslink, significantly expanding its reach across Australia's east–west and north–south regions.
- It builds and runs major gas pipelines – Moomba–Sydney, Roma–Brisbane, SEAGas among others – stitching regions together.
- Its electricity arm links grids via Murraylink, Basslink and Directlink, powering cross‑boundary interconnections.
- Wind‑farm holdings like Emu Downs and Hallett, plus gas‑fired stations in Mount Isa, show its generation edge.
- Projects range from interstate pipeline networks to high‑voltage interconnectors and hybrid generation sites.
- Our culture is one of safety, integrity, respect, and continuous improvement.
- We value collaboration, innovation, and performance excellence.
- We hold ourselves accountable and deliver on our commitments.
- We are committed to creating a work environment that promotes professional development and growth.
- Our team is diverse, inclusive, and committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.
2050
Net-Zero Emissions Target
Committed to achieving net-zero emissions through strategic initiatives and infrastructure upgrades.
- Aims to reduce carbon footprint through renewable energy projects and infrastructure upgrades.
- Investing in energy efficiency and transitioning to low-carbon technologies.
- Implemented robust environmental management systems across operations.
- Tracks and reports greenhouse gas emissions to meet climate-related targets.
30%
Women in Senior Management
Women currently hold 30% of senior management positions within the organization, reflecting progress toward gender diversity goals.
- Strives to create an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated.
- Has set goals to increase gender diversity, with initiatives to support women in leadership roles.
- Aims to ensure equal pay for equal work, with transparent remuneration practices.
- Actively supporting programs that encourage the recruitment and advancement of underrepresented groups in its workforce.
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