Information Sharing Officer

Synergy is seeking an Information Sharing Officer in Perth, WA, to support information sharing initiatives and compliance with Freedom of Information and PRIS legislation. The role involves educating users, contributing to policy and process development, and acting as a contact point for FOI inquiries. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in information management and a strong understanding of relevant legislation and governance frameworks.
Perth

The time to join Synergy has never been more exciting because you’ll be helping us to deliver on our commitment towards becoming a net zero carbon emission business by 2050.

We are investing $3 billion in large-scale renewables development and creating unlimited opportunities for our people to contribute to the growth of innovative solutions in our operations as we invest. This is your chance to help us transform the energy industry and build a more sustainable future for Western Australia.

Synergy is proud to be Western Australia’s largest electricity generator and energy retailer. We deliver secure electricity to homes and businesses throughout the Southwest Interconnected System (SWIS) from Coral Bay in the north, to Kalgoorlie in the east, and to Esperance in the south

Click here to discover more about how Western Australia’s energy landscape is evolving to become more sustainable.

Role Description

The PRIS Readiness Officer role is a newly created opportunity in our Data Sharing and Governance Team based at our Perth Central Park site.

The purpose of this role is to support the business in information sharing initiatives including Freedom of Information coordination and supporting business readiness for incoming Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing (PRIS) legislation. This includes providing support on implementation of the PRIS legislation readiness initiatives including education, policy, and process development to increase engagement with stakeholders and the wider business.

Job Responsibilities
• Provide education and support to Synergy users on information sharing processes and systems, Information sharing requirements including obligations under the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act, and Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing (PRIS) Act.
• Support business readiness for PRIS compliance by contributing to documentation for effective governance of the implementation project and providing input into PRIS-affected policy and process development across Synergy to aid maturity uplift.
• Acts as a central point of contact for all matters arising from the legislation in FOI Enquiries, information sharing requests and arrangements, communications and reporting, recordkeeping, and governance.
• Knowledge and experience in the interpretation and application of the FOI Act in order to register and review initial FOI requests, conduct discoveries of information sourcing, analysing and evaluating information relevant and make decisions and recommendations on the release of documents.
• Contributing to the development of FOI, Information Sharing or PRIS readiness processes, reports, dashboards, standards, procedures, and guidelines for compliance with relevant legislation.

What You Will Bring
• 5 years+ experience in information management with a broad range of exposure to various business segments and technical environments.
• Demonstrated understanding of relevant legislation, including the WA State Records Act, Freedom of Information Act and Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing Act.
• Substantial knowledge and understanding of legislation, government policy and frameworks relating to records, information, and data governance, including current issues affecting information privacy and demonstrated ability to apply that knowledge.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the business.
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills, excellent organisation skills, and a proven ability to promote innovation.

What We Offer

Working for an employer of choice also means you will enjoy:
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Purchased Annual Leave
• Best practice parental leave

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Every Voice Matters

Our employees have a choice to work for Synergy and it’s a choice we respect and value. In addition to our focus on creating a greener future, Synergy is committed to its ‘people first’ culture and providing an exceptional place to work where our people experience a sense of belonging and have opportunities to learn and grow.

We understand that it is important for our workforce to reflect the diversity of the community in which we operate. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer since 2021 by the Diversity Council of Australia. Whatever your background or however you identify, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day.

Please email recruitment@synergy.net.au if you require assistance with submitting your application

Applications close 03/03/2025, however Synergy reserves the right to close applications when a suitable pool of candidates is identified