Principal Regulatory Officer

The Principal Regulatory Officer in VicGrid Division's Renewable Energy Zones (REZ) and Transmission Development team will play an integral role in shaping Victoria's energy transition to cleaner energy. This role will support the Project Director, VTIF Development in the provision of regulatory and legislative expertise and support across VicGrid.
The successful applicant will ideally have prior government policy experience, as well as knowledge/experience of the energy sector, ideally including the national electricity regulatory framework (the National Electricity Law and National Electricity Rules), as well as Victorian energy legislation. The position requires strong leadership, project management and stakeholder engagement skills. Sound understanding of governance processes in Government is desirable.
You will be a proactive self-starter with strong skills in working collaboratively, critical thinking and problem solving. The ability to work with limited supervision in a complex, sensitive, fast paced environment and high performing culture is essential.
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Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a senior legislative/ regulatory role within the energy sector is highly desirable.
• An appropriate legal qualification would be desirable, but not essential.
• Understanding of the regulatory framework, including relevant Victorian energy legislation, the NER and NEL, would be desirable.

This is a fixed term position available for a period of 2 years. 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, 8 January 2024
Other relevant information:
For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the .
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.