Offshore Wind Engagement & Policy Lead

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action is seeking a Senior Project Officer to drive industry engagement for Victoria's offshore wind program. You will build strong relationships with offshore wind proponents and coordinate with department colleagues to support program activities.

The role acts as a crucial liaison, providing guidance on program-related matters and ensuring dialogue between the department and the offshore wind industry remains clear and consistent.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge or experience in engagement with industry stakeholders is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge with government decision-making processes is desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the National Electricity Market and policy development is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead effective industry engagement for offshore wind, cultivating strong relationships with proponents and liaising with department colleagues.
• Provide program-related advice and facilitate clear, consistent dialogue between the department and the offshore wind industry.
• Support the execution of the State's offshore wind program, informing robust strategies and policy design.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Govt decision-making

NEM policy

Job description

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action is seeking a Senior Project Officer to drive industry engagement for Victoria's offshore wind program. You will build strong relationships with offshore wind proponents and coordinate with department colleagues to support program activities.

The role acts as a crucial liaison, providing guidance on program-related matters and ensuring dialogue between the department and the offshore wind industry remains clear and consistent.