Network & Connectivity Lead

Who We Are

Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) owns, operates and invests in infrastructure which delivers gas to more than two million homes and businesses, and is one of the largest gas infrastructure businesses in Australia. AGIG manages distribution networks, transmission pipelines and storage capacity. AGIG recently grew to over 1200 employees. We also manage a large contractor workforce, who provide both specialist and operating and maintenance services on AGIG’s gas distribution networks.

Our business is actively participating in the energy transition by delivering the natural gas needed today and advancing solutions for the future. Our Net Zero Ambition and emissions reduction targets outline our ongoing commitment to a sustainable energy future. We know that Australia’s energy transition will require a diverse range of energy supply. We will continue to work with customers and stakeholders to deliver and develop the energy infrastructure solutions essential to lowering emissions – including through natural gas, renewable gas and carbon capture and sequestration solutions.

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About the Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Network & Connectivity Lead to join our Infrastructure & Support team at Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG).

Reporting to the Senior Infrastructure Manager, you will provide technical leadership across our enterprise network and connectivity services, ensuring secure, reliable and scalable infrastructure that supports our business operations and future technology needs.

You will have the opportunity to lead and develop a skilled technical team, shape our network strategy and guide transformation initiatives across corporate, operational site, cloud and data centre environments. Working collaboratively with stakeholders and technology partners, you will play an important role in strengthening network resilience, enhancing service delivery and supporting AGIG’s broader technology objectives.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead, mentor and develop the Network & Connectivity team, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, professional growth and technical excellence.

- Take ownership of the availability, performance, reliability and security of enterprise network and connectivity services across AGIG’s locations.

- Lead network transformation initiatives, including SD-WAN deployment, network modernisation, data centre migrations and cloud connectivity improvements.

- Shape and maintain network architecture, technical standards, governance frameworks and technology roadmaps to support secure, scalable and resilient infrastructure.

- Drive continuous improvement through network standardisation, automation, proactive monitoring and service performance optimisation.

- Provide technical leadership in resolving complex network challenges, partnering with Cyber Security, Infrastructure, Applications and Operational Technology teams to deliver effective solutions.

- Oversee managed service providers, telecommunications partners and technology vendors, ensuring service quality, contractual compliance and cost-effective outcomes.

About You

You’re a collaborative and forward-thinking technology professional who enjoys supporting others, sharing expertise and delivering meaningful improvements. You combine strong technical knowledge with a supportive leadership approach and the confidence to guide complex decisions, influence stakeholders and deliver reliable business outcomes.

You’ll bring:

- Substantial experience across enterprise networking and infrastructure environments, ideally with 7–10 years of relevant experience.

- Demonstrated experience leading, coaching or mentoring technical teams and supporting effective operational service delivery.

- Strong technical expertise in enterprise routing and switching, SD-WAN technologies, firewalls and data centre networking, including Cisco and Palo Alto technologies.

- Experience delivering network modernisation, cloud connectivity, data centre migrations or large-scale network transformation initiatives.

- Sound understanding of network architecture, security, governance, risk management, compliance and business continuity requirements.

- Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills, with experience collaborating across technical teams, telecommunications providers and external vendors.

- Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline, relevant industry certifications and/or equivalent practical experience.

What We Offer

- We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by Diversity Council Australia, and our commitment to diversity and inclusion has earned us recognition in 2025-2026. Join us to be part of a team that values and celebrates differences, ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard and respected.

- AGIG is proudly recognised by WORK180 as a committed and supportive employer of choice for women, reflecting our dedication to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.

- Dive into a culture that supports the community through the Community Partnerships Program: with 2 paid volunteer leave days across the year, join a team that has dedicated over 1,900 volunteer hours, and collectively raised more than $100,000 through donations, fundraising and our dollar matching program.

- Bonus incentive program.

- A range of flexible working arrangements and leave options, including three additional leave days and to option to purchase two weeks of additional leave each year.

- 20 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer.

- Professional Development opportunities to support your career growth.

- Wellbeing and Inclusion program including Employee Assistance Program, annual flu vaccinations and access to free annual skin checks.

- Join in on social activities through our AGIG Social Club.

- Range of rewards and recognition activities across the company.

- Salary Continuance Insurance.

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AGIG is committed to a workplace that promotes and recognises the diversity of its employees and the broader community that we serve by applying the principles of equity, fairness and transparency. A diverse and inclusive workplace is consistent with achieving AGIG’s values of Trust, Accountable, Care and One Team.

Interested in this opportunity but are unsure of meeting all the requirements? If this role excites you, we strongly encourage you to apply - your unique skills and experience could be exactly what we need!

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake background checks which include reference checks, police check and a pre-employment medical.

Applications Close: 4.00pm, 11th November 2026