We’re Momentum Energy – a power company owned by Hydro Tasmania, Australia’s largest generator of renewable energy. We’re on a mission to make energy simpler, and more human for customers. And it starts with our people: as we grow, we’re nurturing a culture of belonging, where diverse views and experiences are embraced and everyone is valued and respected.
We encourage applications from qualified candidates of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, genders and sexual orientations and are happy to adjust our recruitment processes, please reach out to us about any adjustments or support you may require.
About the role:
As Head of Business Growth, you’ll own the growth agenda for Momentum’s business customers, with a strong focus on the C&I; market. You’ll lead our business development, relationship management, retention, broker and partner channels, creating a strong pipeline of opportunities and turning them into sustainable, profitable growth. It’s a role that combines commercial leadership with a strong customer focus, building enduring relationships and positioning Momentum as a trusted energy and decarbonisation partner in a changing energy market.
What it looks like:
- Lead Momentum’s business growth function, bringing together relationship management, sales, retention and strategic partnerships to drive sustainable growth.
- Own and deliver ambitious growth targets across our business customer segments, balancing acquisition, portfolio quality and long-term customer value.
- Shape and execute our business growth strategy, focusing our efforts on the industries, customers and channels where Momentum can have the greatest impact.
- Build high-performing broker and partner channels, setting clear expectations and driving strong, consistent acquisition outcomes.
- Accelerate growth in emerging energy solutions, including VPP sales, by creating strong pipelines and building valuable, long-term customer relationships.
- Bring our customer-first approach to life, creating experiences and relationships that genuinely differentiate Momentum in the market.
- Help business customers navigate the energy transition, connecting them with energy and decarbonisation solutions that support their changing needs.
- Strengthen Momentum’s position in the business energy market, building our reputation as a trusted energy and decarbonisation partner for SME and C&I; customers.
- Build and inspire a high-performing team, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration, commercial focus and customer impact.
About you and your experience:
- Significant energy industry experience across C&I;, Mass Market, Energy Efficiency and Emerging Energy Solutions.
- Proven leadership of customer acquisition and retention teams, including geographically dispersed teams and team leaders.
- Strong track record in direct sales, business development and Current Energy solutions, including VPPs and customer decarbonisation.
- Strong commercial, strategic and financial acumen, with proven ability to develop and execute plans and prioritise initiatives.
- Deep understanding of retail energy markets, regulatory developments, industry trends and commercial drivers.
- Strong knowledge of the energy broker and intermediary market, supported by established industry relationships.
- Demonstrated performance leadership and ability to build high-performing teams.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior executives, industry stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Further information can be found on the attached Position Description: Head of Business Growth PD .pdf
What's in it for you?
You'll work in an incredibly fun and rewarding business that genuinely values its people and customers. We are super proud of where we work, our workplace and work culture. We pride ourselves on balancing work and home life and offer a truly flexible work environment, a competitive remuneration package, and the opportunity to play a role in Australia’s renewable energy transformation.
Interested but not sure if you tick enough boxes? At Momentum, we believe in the power of unique backgrounds and skillsets. And really, box-ticking is overrated. So even if you feel you don’t meet all the requirements listed, we strongly encourage you to apply.
For any recruitment enquiries or for any accessibility or workplace adjustment enquires including alternative ways to apply please contact us at
[email protected] or +61 402 681 632.
📌 Head of Business Growth (Melbourne)
🏢 Momentum Energy
📍 Melbourne