Senior Director, Economic Regulation & Pricing

Davidson; Darwin; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Davidson is seeking a Director of Economic Regulation and Pricing in Darwin to lead the utilities regulator's regulatory frameworks and pricing policy. The role focuses on economic assessment, price setting across electricity, water, ports and other services, and shaping mature regulatory approaches for the Territory.

The successful candidate will manage a small team, provide evidence-based advice, engage with regulated businesses, government, and industry, and contribute to licensing,

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in economic regulation, pricing, regulatory modelling, regulated utilities, economics or consulting.
• Ability to understand and interrogate complex models and translate analysis into actionable advice.
• Willingness to be based in Darwin and to lead a small, hands-on team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Commission's economic regulation and pricing stream, including pricing approaches and economic assessments.
• Oversee major reviews across electricity, water, sewerage, ports and ship lift facility with price setting and monitoring.
• Develop two direct reports and build capability within a small specialist team.
• Provide clear, evidence-based advice to the Director and the Commission and engage with stakeholders.
• Contribute to broader work including licensing, compliance, reporting and codes of practice.

Skills

Economic regulation

Pricing

Regulatory modelling

Regulated utilities

Economics

Consulting

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Job description

Davidson is seeking a Director of Economic Regulation and Pricing in Darwin to lead the utilities regulator's regulatory frameworks and pricing policy. The role focuses on economic assessment, price setting across electricity, water, ports and other services, and shaping mature regulatory approaches for the Territory.

The successful candidate will manage a small team, provide evidence-based advice, engage with regulated businesses, government, and industry, and contribute to licensing,