Introduction
In November 2022, the Victorian Government committed to reviving the State Electricity Commission (SEC) with an initial $1 billion investment to bring back government ownership of energy and deliver 4.5 gigawatts of renewable power. The SEC Implementation Office's primary responsibility is to support the revival of the SEC. Victoria is in the midst of a major energy transformation, with new energy technologies, new industries, and new ways of doing things. The Victorian Government recognises this and the need for a modern energy system to support our economy and way of life – an energy system that is sustainable, reliable and affordable. Once established, the SEC will contribute towards the significant transformation of the energy sector in Victoria.

The SEC Implementation Office is part of the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA), which brings together Victoria's climate change, biodiversity protection, resources, water, energy, land management, agriculture, forest, and fire management functions.

The SEC Implementation Office is recruiting staff to establish the SEC, with a variety of positions available for at least 6 months and up to 24 months.  A talent pool is being developed to find the core skill areas required now and into the future. Applicants for these roles will automatically be considered for similar positions. Roles will commence from February and March 2023. 

There is an opportunity for these roles to be located in Melbourne (8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne VIC 3002) and Morwell (65 Church St, Morwell VIC 3840).

About the Commercial and Corporate stream
The Commercial and Corporate stream includes roles for: 

  • VPS6 Principal Commercial Analyst (multiple roles)

  • VPS6 Operations Manager (one role)

  • VPS5 Senior Commercial Analyst (multiple positions)

  • VPS5 Senior Procurement Support Officer (multiple positions)

  • VPS4 Financial Analyst (multiple roles)

  • VPS4 Recruitment Officer

Commercial roles within this stream will be involved in energy market modelling, strategic commercial advice provision and support development of the SEC's commercial and investment mandate.

A variety of corporate roles are available including in financial, recruitment, procurement and general operations support. These roles provide critical support to the day-to-day functions of office and ideal candidates will feel comfortable working in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.

Further information about the key accountabilities, required skills and experience is provided in the attached Job Cards.

There are multiple opportunities to work in corporate and commercial roles at the SEC Implementation Office. Applying for a specific role will also mean that you will go into a Commercial and Corporate pool for 12 months. You may be contacted by the SEC Implementation Office for other opportunities in this pool.
Core skills, key capabilities

Successful candidates in this stream will be able to demonstrate the key selection criteria outlined for the relevant role, which will include one or more of the following: 

  • Providing strategic advice and analysis on regulatory policy and Victorian and national energy markets

  • Investigating, modelling and analysing data, processes and provide recommendations on risks and issues, synthesising large datasets into actionable insights

  • Building strong and influential relationships with key stakeholders, anticipating needs and developing innovative solutions to achieve outcomes

  • Delivering corporate services such as recruitment, procurement, finance, business management, recruitment and administration.

  • Providing commercial advice in the context of investment decisions.
Your application

To be considered for this stream, applicants must submit:

1. An application form –to support the assessment of a candidate's level capability and experience against core skill areas for the role, and others like it. Please note, the application form is embedded and applicants will be able to access it after clicking ‘Apply now'.

2. A current resume (under three pages)

To be considered for the first round of shortlisting, please apply by midnight on Sunday 26 February 2023. This application portal will remain open for the SEC Implementation Office talent pool for unfilled or future vacant roles. 

Your application for this stream will automatically place you in a talent pool to be considered for similar positions.

Candidates do not need to submit separate applications for the jobs listed above, however, you will need to submit a separate application if you would like to apply for roles in other streams (one application per stream).

Other relevant information

If you are currently an employee of the VPS this opportunity could be considered a secondment. You should understand your department's secondment policy and how this may impact on your employment (ongoing and fixed term).

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.  Recruitment is subject to the prospective employee confirming their vaccination status as up to date (3 doses) or providing evidence that they are medically exempt.

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.

How we will use your data

Your responses will be collected and stored in accordance with our privacy policies:

  • Jobs and skills exchange privacy policy

  • Careers Victoria privacy policy

  • As required to manage your application in the pool.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace 

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we value cultural safety by creating environments, relationships and systems free from racism and discrimination so that people can feel safe, valued and able to participate. 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.