Darwin Director of Economic Regulation & Pricing

Government client (agency undisclosed); Darwin; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Utilities Commission of the Northern Territory is seeking a Director Economic Regulation and Pricing to lead its economics regulation function from Darwin. You will shape regulatory frameworks across electricity, water, ports and the ship lift facility, and report to the senior leadership team established for growth and development.

This active leadership role requires mastery of economic modelling, clear judgement, and the ability to translate complex analysis into practical regulatory

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in economic regulation, pricing, and regulatory modelling.
• Experience with regulated utilities, economics, or consultancy roles.
• Ability to interpret complex data and develop practical regulatory approaches.

Responsibilities

• lead the Commission’s economic regulation and pricing stream, including regulatory frameworks, pricing approaches and economic assessments
• lead major reviews and determinations across electricity, water, sewerage, ports and the emerging ship lift facility
• lead and develop two direct reports, building capability within a small specialist team
• provide clear, evidence-based advice to the Director and the Commission, engaging with regulated entities and senior stakeholders
• contribute across licensing, compliance, reporting and codes of practice as priorities require

Job description

The Utilities Commission of the Northern Territory is seeking a Director Economic Regulation and Pricing to lead its economics regulation function from Darwin. You will shape regulatory frameworks across electricity, water, ports and the ship lift facility, and report to the senior leadership team established for growth and development.

This active leadership role requires mastery of economic modelling, clear judgement, and the ability to translate complex analysis into practical regulatory