• Lead and develop a high‑performing team supporting energy trading platforms
• Deliver modern technology solutions, production support and continuous improvement
• Drive productivity, standards and innovation, including practical use of AI and automation

About the role 

This is a full-time, permanent opportunity based in Brisbane CBD, with flexible working arrangements. As the Trading Technology and Engineering Manager, you will lead the teams responsible for the delivery, operation and continuous improvement of technology platforms that support Energy Trading and Energy Markets.

Working closely with business stakeholders, you will translate priorities into technology outcomes, ensure platforms are reliable and scalable, and guide the team through both project delivery and production support. The role provides strong leadership across engineering, delivery and operational disciplines, with a focus on performance, stability and future readiness.

Key activities include: 

• Lead, coach and develop trading technology and engineering teams, building capability and driving high performance.
• Deliver continuous improvement and engineering excellence, including automation and the adoption of modern technologies.
• Ensure trading platforms and applications meet agreed service levels and lead the technical response to system incidents and outages.
• Own and manage technology budgets, including cloud services, infrastructure and software licensing.
• Develop and maintain the engineering strategy and roadmap aligned to business priorities and architectural direction.
• Drive platform stability, reliability and sustainability through effective management of technical debt and lifecycle planning.
• Maintain technology policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory and governance requirements.
• Manage small to medium-sized projects and oversee agile delivery practices, including sprint planning and delivery cycles.
• Provide clear reporting on team performance, risks, challenges and forward plans to senior leaders and governance forums.
• Contribute to broader ICT initiatives, solution design and organisational technology strategy.

About you 

You are a collaborative and outcomes-focused leader with strong technical credibility, ideally having grown from a software development background into an engineering leadership role.

You bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Information Technology or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proven experience working in agile delivery environments.
• Demonstrated leadership experience building, developing and managing high-performing technical teams.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to balance business priorities, expectations and delivery outcomes.
• Experience delivering and supporting software engineering solutions within large, complex organisations.
• Solid understanding of change, configuration and release management practices.
• Well-developed communication, problem-solving and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A continuous improvement mindset and a strong focus on reliability, quality and business value.

Benefits

• Recognised as an Endorsed Employer for all Women by WORK180
• Weekly pay + 12.75% super + annual incentive
• Full income protection cover
• Salary packaging options
• Flexible work arrangements (including up to 2 days WFH)
• Access to learning and development (including LinkedIn learning)
• Purchased and volunteer leave options
• Health and wellbeing initiatives (e.g. EAP, Fitness Passport, skin checks, flu vaccines)
• Access to Bright Spark – our rewards, recognition and discounts platform
• Exceptional safety culture
• Plus, a whole lot more!

About Stanwell 

Stanwell is Queensland’s largest and most reliable electricity generator. We’re applying our forty years of experience in operational excellence to building a diverse portfolio including coal-fired power stations, renewable generation, storage and firming to deliver Queensland’s future energy needs. Experience an organisation that lives by its values to care, adapt and deliver and is constantly responding to create an environment where respect, inclusivity, safety and wellbeing are delivered. 

What’s next? 

To submit your application, please apply online with your CV. 

Applications close: 11:55pm, 7 April 2026

Further information on Stanwell can be found online at www.stanwell.com 

As part of the recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks (may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing).   

Inclusion and diversity is an important part of shaping Stanwell’s culture and how our workplace operates. We recognise and value that it’s essential to creating a safe, inclusive, and productive workplace. 

We are proactive about giving our people opportunities to excel and truly be themselves. We enable this through diversity, fairness, and flexible work practices. 

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.