VicGrid is where you want to be.
If you want to do work that matters, then this is the place to be. VicGrid has been established to ensure Victoria has the infrastructure in place to transition to renewable energy.
Elevate your career in renewable energy and help preserve the world around us for future generations.
VicGrid is leading the charge in delivering ground-breaking projects across Victoria. We are an energised team and passionate about the innovative work we deliver. We trust, support, value and nurture our people, as we strive to create a sustainable future for Victorian communities.
We need people with passion, excitement, and capability to work in a fast-paced delivery environment. If you want to be a part of shaping Victoria’s renewable energy transition, we want you to work with us.
The Senior Advisor, Regional Engagement, North West plays a key role in supporting the development and delivery of community and stakeholder engagement across the North West, Western and Central North Renewable Energy Zones (REZs). This role, supported by senior leaders and colleagues, helps drive early, genuine and place-based engagement to strengthen social acceptance and community understanding of renewable energy projects, aligned with the Victorian Transmission Investment Framework (VTIF).
If this sounds like a program you want to be a part of, keep reading to find out some of the things you will be responsible for delivering and some of the skills and experience you will bring with you. You can also refer to the Position Description for more information.
What you will deliver
- Deliver place-based regional stakeholder and community engagement, building understanding and acceptance of renewable energy projects and REZs, and maintaining strong relationships with communities, landholders, Traditional Owners and local stakeholders.
- Support REZ readiness and operationalisation by providing local insights, coordinating community forums and reference groups, and contributing to access scheme processes, assessments and future Victorian Transmission Plans.
- Identify local issues, needs and values to ensure timely, tailored engagement, and develop high-quality local communication material that promotes the VTIF, Victorian Transmission Plan and community benefits.
- Collaborate across VicGrid teams to share stakeholder insights, monitor engagement outcomes for continuous improvement, and provide leadership and support to the Advisor, Regional Engagement.
What you will bring
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including negotiation and conflict management, with experience on complex projects or working with diverse regional communities highly valued.
- Proven ability to design and deliver effective community engagement and consultation processes, along with experience creating high-quality communication and promotional materials.
- Place-based understanding of North West regional communities and economies, and experience working respectfully with Traditional Owners in a self-determining manner.
- Tertiary qualifications in stakeholder engagement, media, or public relations and Certification or familiarity with IAP2 Spectrum of Public Participation would be highly regarded.
What we offer you
We are committed to creating a workplace that inspires and engages you. Joining our new organisation as it establishes its footprint empowers and provides you with the opportunity to influence and shape our culture as well as providing:
- Career advancement and professional development opportunities
- Annual salary increases and incremental performance-based payments over the course of your employment
VicGrid welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part-time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.
How to Apply
This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is within the North West region or Melbourne, with some overnight travel. 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.
Applications close at 11:59pm on January 11 2026.