Investigator

1 week ago


Melbourne City Centre, Australia Energy Safe Victoria Full time

Our purpose is to keep Victorians energy safe and ensure energy is used confidently. Through education, regulation and enforcement, we work to ensure that energy safety, supply and efficiency are a priority in Victoria and something our customers can be confident in. Our people come from a wide range of professions with diverse skills and experience driving the success of ESV.
About the opportunity
We have an exciting permanent opportunity for an Investigator to join ESV's Investigations Team within the Legal, Governance and Regulatory Policy Division.

**You will contribute by**:

- Planning, conducting and reporting on investigations regarding breaches or contraventions of the Electricity Safety Act, Gas Safety Act, Pipelines Act, Energy Safe Victoria Act, and associated legislation.
- Providing timely investigative responses and co-ordinating effective initial action regarding serious energy incidents, including scene attendance and preservation, where required.
- Contributing to an effective and supportive work environment through mentoring, participation in education and training programs, and supporting the overall professional development of team members.
- Providing timely advice to senior managers and other relevant stakeholder on trends, systemic issues and ongoing investigations.
- Contributing to strategic planning, policy development, and internal guidance for investigations and disciplinary action to support the achievement of team objectives and continuous business improvement.
- Working collaboratively with other agencies or authorities and, where appropriate, refer matters to them under the relevant jurisdictional law.

**To be successful, you'll have**:

- Certificate IV in Government Investigations or equivalent qualifications in investigations.
- Experience conducting inquiries and comprehensive criminal investigations to support strong enforcement action, including prosecution and disciplinary action.
- Demonstrated incident response experience, including site attendance and management, evidence collection and preservation, and liaising with third parties (including other agencies or authorities).
- Knowledge of the Victorian energy safety legislative framework (or the ability to quickly acquire such knowledge).
- Demonstrated ability to conduct complex regulatory assessments informed by legislation, policy frameworks, and evidence.
- Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to produce high quality reports and briefs.
- The ability to work autonomously, but also collaboratively and effectively as a team member.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to build and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders; anticipating, and responding to their needs, and nurturing productive working relationships.

How to apply
Applications close at midnight Tuesday 12 March



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