Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $116,413 - $140,849
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: Analyst
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 2616
The Senior Project Officer supports the Energy Markets and Investment team to deliver the energy market, financial and commercial analysis that underpins Victoria’s first offshore wind auction.
Reporting to the Manager, Energy Markets and Investment and working closely with specialist advisers, the role undertakes energy market and financial modelling to inform the implementation of the State’s offshore wind support mechanism, including financial analysis of contract prices and other financial and energy market aspects of the offer made to the market. The role contributes to the next stages of the auction, including the State’s response to proponent clarifications and departures during the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, the financial and commercial evaluation of offshore wind bids, and advice supporting negotiation and contract execution.
The ideal candidate has a background in energy and is analytically strong, comfortable working with complex quantitative information, and is able to translate modelling outcomes into clear, well-reasoned advice for senior decision makers, auction participants and other stakeholders. This role also requires strong collaboration skills and an ability to work closely with teams across government.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2028. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, East 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.
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Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday, 26 November 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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