Principal Policy Officer, Energy Infrastructure Regulation

About this role

As a leader within the Energy Infrastructure Regulation team, you will be responsible for the efficient and effective statutory decision making for energy infrastructure under Victoria's Pipelines Act 2005 and Emergency Management Act 2013.

You will be responsible for the provision of high-level advice including the technical assessment of risk and environment management plans for constructing, operating, and decommissioning energy infrastructure projects (high pressure pipelines) and the operational resilience of designated gas and electricity infrastructure.

To undertake this position, ideally you have proven ability to interpret and apply a wide range of legislation, guidelines, and policies, relevant to state significant energy infrastructure, and the provision of persuasive and authoritative written and verbal advice to affected landowners, consultants, community stakeholders, and senior government and private sector executives.

This is a great opportunity to be involved in the energy transition, ensuring that Victoria has safe, reliable, affordable and a sustainable energy system.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Senior experience in a project delivery role within government or private sector is highly desirable.
• Experience in management and leading teams in complex situations and working in ambiguity is highly desired.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in science, engineering, law, economics, public policy or similar (desirable).

This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2027. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria 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, 19 May 2025.  

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.