APS Level 5 - Clean Energy Regulator Technical Stream

Clean Energy Regulator; Canberra; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Clean Energy Regulator in Canberra is seeking APS Level 5 professionals to join the Technical Stream. Roles cover scheme operations, analysis and policy interpretation, with a focus on delivering clear, evidence-based advice to stakeholders and agencies.

You will assess applications, develop technical guidance, and contribute to the regulatory framework across national schemes such as the Renewable Energy Target and related policies.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications are not required but advantageous in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, Public Policy or Government.
• STEM background is advantageous for technical analysis and policy interpretation.
• Strong written and verbal communication for advisory materials.

Responsibilities

• Manage moderately complex technical analysis and advice under limited direction.
• Interpret technical requirements and translate them into practical advice, implementation options, process maps and artifacts.
• Undertake research on technical feasibility, implementation considerations, dependencies and risks to inform policy, program or settings.
• Prepare clear written products, including briefing material, reports, presentations, technical summaries and decision records.
• Coordinate review of incoming advice and draft materials, consolidating feedback and identifying issues.
• Provide practical advice to colleagues and stakeholders on technical requirements and implementation pathways.
• Support quality assurance of technical outputs and contribute to guidance, templates and procedures.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Policy interpretation

Regulatory analysis

Research skills

Decision making

Education

Electrical Engineering

STEM disciplines

Renewable Energy Engineering

Public Policy

Job description

APS Level 5 - Clean Energy Regulator Technical Stream

The agency is undergoing a period of significant change and growth, with new responsibilities and expanded scope of schemes, such as the Cheaper Home Batteries initiative, Guarantee of Origin scheme and the Nature Repair Market. The agency has also been appointed as the preferred regulator for distributed energy products, also known as consumer energy resources.

With a variety of roles on offer we are searching for candidates who can demonstrate capability in a variety of different areas.

Information about all the schemes we administer, as well as our publications, can be found on our website.

About the Opportunities

The agency is undergoing a period of significant change and growth, with new responsibilities and expanded scope of schemes, such as the Cheaper Home Batteries initiative, Guarantee of Origin scheme and the Nature Repair Market. The agency has also been appointed as the preferred regulator for distributed energy products, also known as consumer energy resources.

With a variety of roles on offer we are searching for candidates who can demonstrate capability in a variety of different areas.

Information about all the schemes we administer, as well as our publications, can be found on our website.

Scheme Operations Division

Our Scheme Operations Division enables entry and participation in the schemes administered by the agency. Staff assess applications and make statutory decisions on client scheme entitlements. The division works collaboratively across the agency to ensure efficient and effective administration of all schemes.

Scheme Support Division

The Scheme Support Division supports the agency to resolve complex issues, advocate for legislative and policy change, screen and monitor client behaviour, address serious non-compliance and improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Consumer energy national technical regulator

The Australian Government, in partnership with state and territory governments, has developed a national framework for regulating consumer energy resources. We are preparing to take on the role of the Consumer Energy Resources National Technical Regulator under the framework, subject to legislation.

The new regulatory framework will give consumers greater confidence in their devices, helping them get more value from their energy systems. The framework sets out roles for us as the Consumer Energy National Technical Regulator, including registering suppliers, installers and products; collecting information about installed devices; and monitoring compliance.

Current Opportunities

There are current, immediate vacancies available working within the consumer energy national technical regulator as well as further anticipated vacancies as the national framework is developed and implementation commences. The availability of roles will be staggered as the framework matures and subject to the passage of the related legislation.

The merit pool from this process may also be used to fill roles within the Renewable Energy Target scheme and National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting scheme.

The key duties of the position include:

As an APS Level 5 you will be expected to undertake tasks that are moderately complex to complex in nature and operate under limited direction. You will be capable of managing your own workflow, making independent decisions appropriate to your area of responsibility. Many roles require contact with stakeholders, and you will be expected to be able to communicate clearly and provide advice.

You will have the ability to undertake research of legislation and policy documents and provide analysis of these documents.

The duties across all roles will include:

• Manage moderately complex technical analysis and advice under limited direction, applying precedent, policy intent, technical standards and subject matter knowledge.
• Interpret technical requirements and translate them into practical advice, implementation options, process maps and operational artefacts.
• Undertake research on technical feasibility, implementation considerations, dependencies and risks to inform policy, program or operational settings.
• Prepare clear written products, including briefing material, reports, presentations, technical summaries and decision records for varied audiences.
• Coordinate review of incoming advice and draft materials from stakeholders or partner teams, consolidating feedback and identifying issues requiring resolution.
• Provide practical advice to colleagues and stakeholders on technical requirements, standards, evidence and implementation pathways.
• Support quality assurance of technical outputs and contribute to guidance, templates and procedures to improve consistency and efficiency.

Specific roles and responsibilities will be discussed with candidates as they progress through the recruitment process. If an offer of employment is made to you, you will receive the detailed duties for the specific role being offered.

Key Capabilities and Attributes

We are seeking candidates who demonstrate some of or all our core capabilities:

• Building Relationships
• Developing Self and Others
• Managing Risk
• Applying Legislation and Policy
• Delivering Results
• Leveraging Insights

In addition to these core capabilities, you will also have some of or all the following personal attributes:

• Adapts well to ambiguity and evolving priorities
• Translates guidance and policy into practical, accurate outputs
• Proactive contributor who takes initiative and manages competing tasks effectively
• Builds productive working relationships across teams and with new stakeholder groups
• Open to learning and improvement with a curiosity about regulatory impacts and technology

Tertiary qualifications are not required for these roles, however qualifications in or progress towards the following would be advantageous:

• Electrical Engineering
• Any STEM related discipline
• Renewable Energy Engineering
• Public Policy or Government

Eligibility

The Public Service Act 1999 requires all people joining the Australian Public Service to be Australian citizens. You will be asked to declare your citizenship status as part of the application process.

We will conduct pre-employment checks before we offer you employment. For us to do this, you will be required to supply certified copies of identity documents.

It is a condition of employment with the Clean Energy Regulator that you can obtain and maintain a security clearance to the level applicable to the position. If you are offered a role and do not already hold a security clearance at or above level applicable to the position, you will need to undertake the security clearance process before you can commence employment. Any employment offer will be contingent upon obtaining this clearance.

Getting to know the Clean Energy Regulator

The Clean Energy Regulator is the Government body responsible for administering legislation to reduce carbon emissions and increase the use of clean energy. The Clean Energy Regulator has administrative responsibilities for the:

• National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Scheme, under the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act 2007
• Emissions Reduction Fund, under the Carbon Credits (Carbon Farming Initiative) Act 2011,
• Renewable Energy Target, under the Renewable Energy (Electricity) Act 2000, and
• Australian National Registry of Emissions Units, under the Australian National Registry of Emissions Units Act 2011,
• Nature Repair Market, under the Nature Repair Act 2023,
• Guarantee of Origin, under the Future

Made in Australia (Guarantee of Origin) Bill 2024. Our purpose is to accelerate carbon abatement for Australia. We work with our stakeholders and clients including Australian Government departments and agencies, industry bodies, liable entities and the community to provide regulatory services of the highest standard.

We offer challenging and rewarding work in administering legislation that will reduce carbon emissions and increase the use of clean energy. Our agency is committed to workplace diversity and aims to create an environment that values and utilises the contribution of people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, people with a disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and mature age workers