Senior Renewables Compliance Inspector

Department for Energy and Mining; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 116,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

White Ribbon Accredited workplace

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Job summary

The Department for Energy and Mining in South Australia is seeking a Renewables Inspector (ASO7) to provide expert regulatory oversight and technical advice on renewable energy systems and electrical safety. You will conduct audits, lead investigations, and support standards development to safeguard public safety and promote a sustainable energy industry.

Join a dynamic regulator with responsibilities across inspections, compliance, and collaboration with industry and government bodies,

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in electrical or related discipline.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in renewable energy power systems.
• Certificate IV in Government Investigations.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
• Solar accreditation training relevant to solar, battery and stand-alone power systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver risk based audits of renewable energy installations to ensure compliance with legislation, regulations and applicable standards.
• Lead and coordinate complex investigations relating to renewable energy systems, electrical safety incidents and compliance breaches.
• Provide expert technical advice and guidance on renewable energy systems, electrical installations and safety requirements.
• Exercise delegated statutory powers and undertake Authorised Officer functions under relevant legislation.
• Represent the Office of the Technical Regulator on industry, government and standards committees.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with industry participants, government agencies and stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development and review of Australian Standards and technical requirements for renewable energy systems.
• Support industry capability and compliance through engagement, education and regulatory guidance.

Skills

Regulatory oversight

Renewable energy systems

Investigations

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Electrical trade qualification

Renewable energy power systems

Certificate IV in Government Investigations

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Solar accreditation training

Job description

The Department for Energy and Mining in South Australia is seeking a Renewables Inspector (ASO7) to provide expert regulatory oversight and technical advice on renewable energy systems and electrical safety. You will conduct audits, lead investigations, and support standards development to safeguard public safety and promote a sustainable energy industry.

Join a dynamic regulator with responsibilities across inspections, compliance, and collaboration with industry and government bodies,