Bring real Squadron Energy. Real people powering real change. 

At Squadron Energy, our purpose is to improve the environment for current and future generations — and we’re doing it by backing big ambition with real delivery. 

We’re looking for additional, passionate people to join the Squadron family. If you’re motivated by purposeful work, want to contribute to a team transforming Australia’s energy landscape, and you bring the energy to help us deliver at pace — Please! Keep reading...

Squadron Energy is Australia’s leading renewable energy company that develops, operates and owns renewable energy assets in Australia. With proven experience and expertise across the project lifecycle, we work with local communities and our customers to lead the transition to Australia’s clean energy future.

We are 100% Australian owned and have 2 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy in operation and under construction.

Why Squadron?

So, what does it mean to work at Squadron? “Bring real Squadron Energy” — meaning we show up with purpose, we back each other, and we do the right thing while delivering outcomes with safety front of mind, always.  

What you’ll experience: 

We’re united in purpose

Everyone works towards a shared ambition: transforming Australia’s energy landscape. We collaborate, respect each other, and recognise achievements as we deliver high performance.  

We stand for what’s right 

We deliver safe and purposeful work that makes a positive difference. Quality and excellence underpin what we do, and we strive to work sustainably for the communities we operate in.  

We boldly lead 

We’re courageously innovative — we take action, try new things, learn from mistakes, and find better ways to create value. We encourage everyone to learn and grow.  

Organisation Summary

Squadron Energy is Australia’s largest renewable energy investor, developer and operator. We have 1.1 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy in operation and an Australian development pipeline of more than 10GW. Australia has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to position itself as a global leader in green energy. At Squadron Energy, we are working hard to make this a reality by developing the high impact and complex projects that will support rapid decarbonisation.

Squadron’s shareholder is Tattarang which is one of Australia’s largest private investment groups with a portfolio that spans across agri-food, energy, resources, property and lifestyle. The group is made up of six business divisions: Fiveight, Harvest Road, SFM Marine, Squadron Energy, Wyloo Metals and Z1Z. We believe in investing for growth and pursue opportunities in both the listed and unlisted space with a long-term investment horizon.  Tattarang’s company secretarial services are supported by Ashburton Services Pty Ltd.

Position Summary

PLEASE NOTE: This position can be part-time 30 hours/week or full time, with flexibility around hours that balances personal circumstances and corporate priorities.
Depending on the experience of the successful candidate, we are also open to considering title changes to align with the requirements of the position and the ability of the successful candidate.

Reporting to the General Counsel and Company Secretary. The primary responsibility of the Assistant Company Secretary is to support the Company Secretary and provide all company secretarial services to the Squadron Energy group.

The role will be based in Squadron Energy’s Sydney office.

The role is essential to the good corporate governance and success of the Squadron Energy group of companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate Board and Board committee meetings, including preparing agendas, ensuring papers are prepared on time, uploading documents for the Board, drafting resolutions for review by the Company Secretary, preparing draft meeting minutes and preparing and then tracking follow up actions
• Maintain the Board calendar and workplan and manage meeting logistics and assist with logistics for Board site visits
• Maintain statutory registers and ensure timely regulatory filings (including ASIC lodgements and annual company returns) for the Squadron Energy group of companies
• Ensure compliance with the Corporations Act and other relevant legislation so far as it applies to company secretarial and corporate governance
• Review and update Board and Committee Charters and other key governance policies in consultation with the Corporate Risk & Compliance team, directors and committee members
• Manage document execution process for Board matters and maintain accurate corporate records
• Support the incorporation of entities within the Squadron group and manage the corporate organisation chart (and assist with KYC queries within the group by our external parties and by banks)
• Assist with director induction processes, liaise with the CEO and directors as needed around Board requirements
• Manage appointment, resignation, and other matters related to officers of the Group
• Provide advice and expertise for the continuous improvement and compliance on corporate governance matters for the Squadron Energy group
• Contribute as a key member of the Company Secretarial team and to the Legal & Risk team

Skills and experience

Experience and knowledge

Essential

• Proven governance experience: a minimum 8 years in company secretarial support or similar role
• Strong knowledge of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth), ASIC regulatory requirements and corporate governance principles
• Experience working with and in complex corporate and executive environments, preferably in a publicly listed organisation (i.e. ASX 200).
• Proven experience in supporting C-suite executives and senior leadership groups
• (Preferred) Previous experience with CAS360 and Board paper portals (eg. Diligent Boards) (or with iManage or similar document management systems).

Skills

• High performing time management and organisation skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines for competing tasks
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively
• Discretion and integrity in handling confidential and sensitive information
• Proven ability to work with all levels of management along with the ability to establish positive relationships to ensure effective information flow between board and board committee members and senior management

Qualifications / Tickets / Other

• Governance Institute of Australia (or similar) qualification or experience with a listed company
• (Relevant) Tertiary qualifications in Law, Commerce or other relevant tertiary qualification

Squadron's Values-led behaviours

At Squadron, our values underpin the culture we seek to create, and we look for people who live them in day-to-day work.

Our values are:

Humility, Family, Safety, Courage and Determination, Frugality, Stretch Targets, Empowerment, Generating Ideas, Enthusiasm, Integrity.

What this might look like in this role: 

• You collaborate generously (Family) and build trust (Humility).  

• You prioritise doing the right thing, including safety and quality (Safety, Integrity).  

• You act with initiative, learn fast, and improve how work gets done (Generating Ideas, Stretch Targets, Courage and Determination). 

What we offer

We’re building a workplace where people feel safe, valued, and empowered to thrive — and our employee experience is designed to match what we say we offer. 

Depending on role and location, you can expect:

• A culture that supports learning and growth and encourages people to stretch into new challenges.

• A team environment where people care about each other and collaborate to get big things done. 

• Flexibility and positive perks 

• A generous leave incentive policy to support your health and wellbeing.

Inclusion & belonging

Squadron Energy is committed to a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect, and where diverse backgrounds strengthen our culture, idea generation and outcomes. 

We welcome all applicants from all backgrounds including women, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities and veterans and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

As our commitment to advancing our RAP as part of our ongoing efforts towards reconciliation we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

To Apply

 If you want to join the Squadron Family and be a part of something bigger, then we encourage you to take the next steps:

• Submit your updated resume outlining your relevant experience to date that aligns with the position and associated responsibilities.

• Attach a cover letter outlining your motivations behind applying for this role.

Please Note

Appointment to this position will be subject to reference checks, a National Police Check and other applicable background screening if required.

A friendly reminder to recruitment agencies...
Squadron Energy does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies. Any CV's will not be considered as an 'introduction'.