The Senior Policy Officer will support delivery of Offshore Wind Energy Victoria's (OWEV) legislative and regulatory reforms to support Victoria's developing offshore wind sector. The position will coordinate and work with a diverse range of stakeholders to inform and support the development of a bespoke offshore wind regulatory framework including policy and program elements to expedite the offshore sector development in Victoria.

The Regulatory Frameworks team will have a sound understanding of relevant State and Federal legislative, policy and governance frameworks that would apply to OWEV and offshore wind activities spanning Victorian and Commonwealth jurisdictions. The team will be required to be familiar with key regulatory frameworks and instruments spanning land, planning and environmental laws and regulations, energy market laws and regulation, and public and administrative laws, frameworks, and processes.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• An appropriate tertiary qualification in law plus is highly desirable. Qualifications in public policy, regulatory policy, environment, biodiversity, land, planning is desirable.
• Understanding of the technical and policy opportunities for renewable energy in Victoria and Australia, and related energy policy and the energy market is desirable.

This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2026, with the possibility of an extension until 30 June 2027. 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 Tuesday, 29 July 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.