Senior Project Officer, Ports Facilitation
Department: | Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action |
Work Type: | Fixed term - flexible |
Job Function: | Policy |
Classification: | VPSG5 |
Work Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
Reference: | VG/50963578/ |
Closing Date: | 14-Oct-2024 |
Salary Range: | $109,730 - $132,764 |
Job Duration: | Until 30 June 2026 |
Attachments: | PD - 50963578 VPSG5 Senior Project Officer, Ports Facilitation.docx (Word, 399KB) |
Contact: | Sam Johnson sam.johnson@deeca.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
The Senior Project Officer, Ports Facilitation, supports development and delivery of the port strategy for the Victoria's offshore wind (OSW) energy program. The position sits within the Ports Facilitation team, which is part of the Partnership and Engagement function of Offshore Wind Energy Victoria (OWEV).
The Senior Project Officer supports senior management on developing and delivering strategic policies that support the establishment of Victoria's OSW targets (at least 2GW by 2032, 4GW by 2035 and 9GW by 2040) and capturing economic benefits (jobs, investment and firm activities) from the establishment of the new sector. The position also plays a critical role providing strategic advice on opportunities that help accelerate this new industry and de-risk the critical path.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
- An appropriate tertiary qualification/s in port infrastructure, construction, supply chain, manufacturing or law is desirable.
- Expertise in energy, engineering, accounting and/or finance with a commercial focus is highly desirable.
This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2026. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
For further information please refer to the attached position description.
Applications close at midnight on Monday, 14 October 2024.
Other relevant information:
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace
DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.