Director, Consumer Energy Resources & Household Transition

Australian Capital Territory; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ACT Government is seeking a Director for Consumer Energy Resources and Priority Household Transition to shape energy policy in the ACT. Lead a policy team driving Integrated Energy Plan priorities and national roadmaps, enabling rooftop solar, batteries and EVs while improving energy efficiency for households.

You will engage with government, industry and community, provide strategic guidance to Ministers, and contribute to reforms and regulatory policy across the energy sector.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to develop practical regulatory/public policy solutions.
• Strong track record in strategic policy advice and policy formulation.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience leading teams and fostering high-performing workplaces.
• Knowledge of energy policy, consumer energy resources and related regulation.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small policy team pursuing ACT energy priorities under the Integrated Energy Plan 2024–2030.
• Drive policy development to integrate consumer energy resources into the ACT energy system.
• Provide strategic advice to senior executives and Ministers and represent ACT in national forums.
• Oversee policy advice on energy efficiency and electrification for priority households.

Skills

Policy development

Strategic advisory

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership & team management

Energy policy knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

ACT Government is seeking a Director for Consumer Energy Resources and Priority Household Transition to shape energy policy in the ACT. Lead a policy team driving Integrated Energy Plan priorities and national roadmaps, enabling rooftop solar, batteries and EVs while improving energy efficiency for households.

You will engage with government, industry and community, provide strategic guidance to Ministers, and contribute to reforms and regulatory policy across the energy sector.