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At Energy Safe Victoria our purpose is to keep Victorians energy safe and ensure energy is used confidently across our state. Through education, regulation and enforcement, we deliver trusted regulatory outcomes that support a safe, reliable and sustainable energy future. Join a team of passionate professionals committed to making a genuine difference for Victorian communities. 

About the opportunity  

We have an exciting Full-Time, Max Term (12 months) opportunity for an experienced electrical industry professional to join Energy Safe Victoria's Renewable Energy Safety team as a Compliance Officer (Solar and Domestic). Reporting to the Solar and Domestic Systems Manager, you will play a key role in promoting and enforcing safety, quality and compliance standards across Victoria's renewable energy sector. 

In this field-based role, you will monitor, audit and assess solar, battery and renewable energyelectrical installations for compliance with legislation, regulations and Australian Standards. You will investigate complaints and incidents, identify potential breaches, provide technical advice, contribute to enforcement activities, and support education initiatives across industry. Working closely with licensed electricians, electrical inspectors, solar installers, industry stakeholders and the community, you will help drive improved safety outcomes for Victorians. 

This is an opportunity to apply your technical expertise and regulatory judgement to influence industry practices, support compliance and contribute to a safer and more sustainable energy future for Victoria. 

What you'll contribute  

As a Compliance Officer (Solar and Domestic), you will support Energy Safe Victoria's regulatory oversight of the renewable energy sector, helping improve industry compliance and deliver safer outcomes for the Victorian community. In this role you will: 

• Monitor, audit and assess renewable energy and domestic electrical installations for compliance with legislation, regulations, Australian Standards and Certificate of Electrical Safety requirements. 
• Respond to complaints, incidents and electrical safety concerns from industry and members of the public. 
• Conduct technical and legal investigations into serious electrical incidents, including identifying potential breaches of legislation and standards. 
• Prepare reports, technical findings, briefs of evidence, correspondence and recommendations arising from audits, inspections and investigations. 
• Provide technical advice and interpretations to industry participants, stakeholders and the public on electrical safety requirements. 
• Develop and deliver education and awareness initiatives to support improved compliance outcomes. 
• Assess and peer review reports relating to audits and inspections of renewable energy installations. 
• Receive, assess and make recommendations regarding exemption applications under relevant regulations and standards. 
• Represent Energy Safe Victoria at industry forums, stakeholder meetings and standards committees. 
• Contribute to the development and improvement of compliance systems, processes and procedures. 
• Participate in the Energy Safe Victoria availability roster and undertake availability duties as required. 
• Other relevant duties as required. 

To be successful 

We're looking for an experienced electrical industry professional with strong technical knowledge of solar, battery and renewable energy systems. You will bring a practical understanding of electrical safety requirements, experience in auditing or compliance activities, and the ability to engage effectively with industry stakeholders to achieve positive safety outcomes. To be successful, you will have: 

• Current Victorian Electrician's Licence (or equivalent). 
• Broad electrical industry experience, including photovoltaic and battery system design, installation, inspection and/or auditing. 
• Strong knowledge of relevant electrical legislation, regulations and Australian Standards. 
• Experience auditing systems, installations or processes to achieve compliance outcomes. 
• Excellent customer service skills and experience managing complaints and stakeholder enquiries. 
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• High-level written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide authoritative technical advice. 
• Strong advocacy, relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills. 
• The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and contribute effectively within a team environment. 
• Personal resilience and willingness to attend serious electrical incident investigations when required. 
• High ethical standards and sound professional judgement. 
• Computer literacy including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. 
• Experience conducting incident investigations (Desirable). 
• Preparedness to complete a G Class Electrical Inspector's Licence (Desirable). 

Reasons to apply 

• Flexible work arrangements including hybrid working options and accrued credit hours. 
• Additional leave options, including personal, cultural, volunteer, community service, and study leave, as well as the option to purchase extra leave. 
• Generous paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers, plus reproductive health leave. 
• Fitness Passport membership, available to employees and their immediate family members. 
• A diverse and inclusive workplace, supported by our Diversity and Inclusion Council and commitments through our Gender Equality and Reconciliation Action Plans. 
• Wellbeing initiatives, including free annual flu vaccinations and skin checks. 
• Novated leasing benefits for private vehicle ownership through our partnership with SG Fleet. 
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support for employees and their families. 
• Home office subsidy of $250 per year. 
• Learning and development opportunities, with strong support for career growth and internal mobility. 

Interested? 

Click Apply to complete the online application process and submit your current resume and cover letter via the Careers Victoria website. 

Applications must be submitted online by COB Thursday 15 October 2026. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as this advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified. 

Successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including reference checks and a satisfactory National Police Check. 

At Energy Safe Victoria, wewelcome applications from people of all backgrounds and value the diverse experiences and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve and fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for all. 

If you require any adjustments or support throughout the recruitment process or in the role itself, we encourage you to discuss this with us.If you identify as a person with disability, please let us know how we can provide additional support throughout the recruitment process.   

For a confidential discussion, please contact People & Culture at peopleandculture@energysafe.vic.gov.au