Job title: Senior Policy Officer
Company: State Government of Victoria
Job description: The Senior Policy Officer oversees the integration delivery of transmission infrastructure for offshore wind aligned with specific project timelines. This position closely collaborates with VicGrid in the development of transmission infrastructure and its business case.The Senior Policy Officer provides oversight of the transmission Client Requirement Document (CRD). This involves guiding offshore wind (OSW) policy settings, particularly in the areas of access arrangements, connections, and connection coordination, to facilitate the successful integration of Offshore Wind projects into Victoria’s energy grid.Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
- Understanding of Victorian and/or national energy markets, systems and frameworks; electricity transmission networks; and familiarly with renewable energy trends is highly desirable
- Demonstrated experience delivering regulatory, operational and commercial agreements is desirable.
- Formal qualifications in economics, commerce, law, or energy or utility systems and regulation are desirable
This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2027. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, 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 Wedneday, 22 January 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 WorkplaceDEECA 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.
Expected salary: $109730 – 132764 per year
Location: Melbourne, VIC
Job date: Thu, 19 Dec 2024 02:05:49 GMT
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