Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $81,496 - $98,955
Grade: VPS 3
Occupation: Projects
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 1940
The Project Officer plays a key support role across the Hydrology, Climate and Energy team, which is leading work to support emerging water access opportunities within Victoria’s water entitlement and allocation framework. The Project Officer is a proactive and curious person able to provide support across the team’s work program by identifying information gaps, undertaking research and analysis, keeping track of key project milestones and helping to build and maintain good working relationships.
The energy transition space is evolving quickly as Victoria pursues its renewable energy targets. This position will foster relationships across government portfolio areas, communicate complex information clearly and in an appropriate format, support the development of policy, and strengthen the team’s knowledge base on emerging issues across water access to support Victoria’s clean energy transition.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson St, 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.
How to Apply:
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Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday, 30 July 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.
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