Executive General Manager

Executive General Manager

Plastics Industry Pipe Association of Australia (PIPA)

• National industry leadership role
• Influence at the highest level
• Flexible location

PIPA is Australia’s peak body for plastics pipe systems, recognised for technical leadership, standards development, sustainability initiatives and industry issues management. We support the safe, durable and environmentally responsible use of plastic pipe systems across infrastructure, utilities and construction.

We are seeking an Executive General Manager to lead the organisation and deliver PIPA’s strategic objectives on behalf of members. Reporting to the Chair of the Board, the EGM provides leadership across advocacy, technical programs, sustainability, education, stakeholder engagement and organisational governance.

You will represent PIPA at senior levels of government, regulatory bodies, utilities and industry associations, advocating for policies and standards that support appropriate use of plastic pipe systems. The role oversees PIPA’s technical committees, publications and standards participation, and drives initiatives relating to sustainability, circular economy and product stewardship.

Strengthening member value, industry influence and stakeholder confidence is central to the role.

You will bring senior leadership experience, strong stakeholder engagement and advocacy capability, and an understanding of technical, infrastructure, manufacturing, utilities, engineering or construction sectors. Experience in industry associations or standards environments is highly regarded. Political awareness and excellent communication skills are essential and commercial acumen is beneficial.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a respected national industry association and shape the future of sustainable pipeline infrastructure in Australia.

To review the Candidate Brief, please visit: https://www.watermarksearch.com.au/position-descriptions?123

For a confidential discussion, please call Alison Myatt on 0412 630 817.

Please send an application, quoting ref A006418, to Watermark Search International via this form.

Close date: Sunday2 August 2026 at 11.59pm AEST