Digital Innovation Lead

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC in Melbourne is seeking a Digital Innovation Lead to identify, test and implement digital technologies and AI initiatives that strengthen regulatory systems. You will bridge business and technology to pilot and embed innovative solutions, advancing regulatory capability while fostering a culture of experimentation.

Based in East Melbourne with hybrid work options, you will collaborate across government teams on complex IT and change

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in using digital tools, software and analytics to delivery practical business outcomes.
• Strong understanding of digital trends, tools and platforms, particularly artificial intelligence, and the ability to apply these to support organisational goals.
• Experience working on complex IT and business change projects from concept through to delivery, using appropriate analysis and modelling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead testing and implementation of digital technologies and AI initiatives to improve regulatory systems and capability.
• Collaborate across business and technology teams to pilot and embed innovative solutions.

Skills

Digital analytics

AI platforms

IT project delivery

Education

Tertiary qualification in CS/AI/Data Science

Job description

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC – Melbourne VIC

The Digital Innovation Lead leads the identification, testing, and implementation of digital technologies and initiatives to support regulatory improvement, with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI). Bringing together business and technology, the Digital Innovation Lead pilots and embeds innovative solutions to strengthen regulatory systems and capability, while fostering a culture of innovation.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in using digital tools, software and analytics to delivery practical business outcomes.
• Strong understanding of digital trends, tools and platforms, particularly artificial intelligence, and the ability to apply these to support organisational goals.
• Experience working on complex IT and business change projects from concept through to delivery, using appropriate analysis and modelling techniques,
• A tertiary qualification in computer science, artificial Intelligence, data science, or a related field would be well regarded.

This is an ongoing position. 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.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

Applications close 11.59pm on Monday, 09 November 2026.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History 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.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact ***************@deeca.vic.gov.au.

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing. For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.