APS Level 5 - Clean Energy Regulator Technical Stream (Affirmative Measures - Indigenous)

Clean Energy Regulator

Canberra

Hybrid

AUD 94,000 - 98,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

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Remote work options

Job summary

Clean Energy Regulator is seeking APS Level 5 professionals for a Technical Stream role under Affirmative Measures – Indigenous. The position supports national energy schemes and requires capability in policy interpretation and technical advisory delivery.

Flexible work arrangements are available with potential travel to Canberra. Roles are full time, with some opportunities for non-ongoing arrangements to be discussed during recruitment.

Qualifications

Experience interpreting policy and providing actionable advice.
Ability to research legislation and policy documents to inform decisions.
Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

Manage moderately complex technical analysis and advice under limited direction.
Interpret technical requirements and translate them into practical advice, implementation options and process maps.
Prepare clear written products including briefing material, reports and decision records.
Coordinate review of incoming advice and consolidate feedback with stakeholders.

Skills

Building Relationships

Delivering Results

Applying Legislation and Policy

Risk Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering

Renewable Energy Engineering

STEM Discipline

Public Policy or Government

Job description

APS Level 5 - Clean Energy Regulator Technical Stream (Affirmative Measures - Indigenous)

The agency is based on Ngunnawal country. The agency supports and promotes flexible working, including fully remote work outside of the Canberra region. Reasonable travel to our Canberra office may be expected.
Ongoing/Non-Ongoing (The preferred outcome is Ongoing employment. All roles are full time; however, part-time employment is available upon negotiation. Depending on business needs, some opportunities may be offered on a non-ongoing basis. Where possible, these appointments will be for up to two years; otherwise, they will initially be offered for 12 months, with the possibility of extension)
$93,612 - $98,332 + 15.4% superannuation

Acknowledgment of Country

The Clean Energy Regulator acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live and work across Australia. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Yuma – Welcome to the Clean Energy Regulator

The Clean Energy Regulator plays a key role in driving carbon abatement and supporting the transition to clean energy in Australia by administering national schemes that measure, reduce and offset emissions.

Through initiatives such as the Australian Carbon Credit Unit (ACCU) Scheme, we support projects that reduce emissions, store carbon and create economic opportunities across Australia - including on land and waters where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have rights, interests and deep cultural connections.

We recognise the importance of ensuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices, perspectives, and knowledge are reflected in our work, particularly where projects intersect with Country, culture and community.

We warmly invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for this opportunity. We value the strength, lived experience, cultural knowledge and community connection that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples bring, and the important contribution this makes to delivering effective, inclusive and respectful outcomes for Australia.

About this Recruitment – Affīctive Measure

This role is being recruited under the Affīctive Measures – Indigenous Employment provision.

This means the opportunity is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants. The use of this measure supports the Australian Government’s commitment to increasing representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the APS and addressing historical under representation.

We are committed to a fair and inclusive process where all candidates are assessed on merit, with an understanding that capability can be demonstrated in many ways, including through community, cultural, and lived experience.

As a part of the recruitment process, you will be required to provide evidence that confirms your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage. This is generally via a letter issued by a recognised Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander organisation that confirms:

You are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent; or,
You identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; and
You are accepted by the community as such.

If you progress to the interview stage, you will be required to provide this evidence prior to your interview.

Our Commitment to Cultural Safety

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and respectful recruitment process and workplace.

In this recruitment process, we will:

Use clear, plain language and minimise unnecessary jargon
Provide flexibility in how you demonstrate your skills and experience
Offer alternative assessment approaches (such as storytelling or conversational approaches where appropriate)
Ensure panel members are culturally aware and respectful
Provide opportunities to ask questions and feel comfortable throughout the process

We recognise that everyone communicates differently and want to create an environment where you can best show your strengths and potential.

Our Commitment to Ongoing Support

We are committed to supporting you throughout your time at the Clean Energy Regulator by fostering a workplace where you feel culturally safe, valued and connected. Our First Nations Network plays a central role in this by creating an inclusive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, amplifying First Nations voices, and supporting initiatives led by First Nations peoples. Through celebrating and sharing cultural heritage, recognising significant events and milestones, and promoting cultural understanding across the agency, the Network helps strengthen our ongoing commitment to reconciliation and respect.

Our Role and Functions

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.

Role Responsibilities and Duties

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

While tertiary qualifications are not essential, demonstrated experience and expertise in the following disciplines would be advantageous: