Investigations Officer

**Overview**:
**Work Type**:Fixed-term - Full-time

**Salary**: $60,295 - $77,430

**Grade**:VPS 2

**Occupation**:Governance and risk management

**Location**:Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

**Reference**:VG/ESC/ESC/1879328


**Job Summary**
- If you're looking for a role in a dynamic and community-focused organisation that is making a genuine impact on the lives of all Victorians, the Investigations Officer position could be the right fit for you.
- In this role, you will:

- Be part of a team investigating potential breaches of energy legislation and rules
- Support senior investigators on cases from start to finish, helping to protect consumers and maintain fair, competitive markets
- Build strong skills in evidence analysis, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory investigation

**Position details**
- We are seeking a motivated and curious individual to join our Energy Compliance and Enforcement team as an Investigations Officer. This is a unique opportunity to launch your career in regulation and investigations, working at the heart of Victoria's energy sector.
- You'll work closely with a small team of experienced investigators, receiving hands-on support as you assist with collecting and analysing evidence, conducting research, and preparing key case documents like reports and investigation briefs. You'll also gain real-world legal experience supporting work with external law firms and senior counsel on complex matters.
- This role requires a passion for learning, attention to detail and a genuine interest in compliance, law, or the energy sector. You'll also receive excellent opportunities for professional growth, including hands-on experience with high-quality investigations and exposure to formal decision-making processes.
- Please refer to the attached position description for the principal functions and key selection criteria.

**Multiple roles available. These are fixed term positions until February 2026. The work location for this position is 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.**

**About us**
- The Essential Services Commission is Victoria's independent economic regulator of essential services supplied by a range of industries. The commission's functions include:

- Making regulatory decisions with respect to prescribed industries (including price determinations, licensing, customer protection and access disputes).
- Undertaking reviews and providing advice to Ministers on a range of economic and regulatory matters.
- Administering the Victorian Energy Upgrades program.

**How to apply**
- To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria, highlighting their skills and relevant experience in relation to the role.

**Our commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace**
- We are Equal Employment Opportunity employer with inclusive leaders committed to driving a workplace culture that prioritises equity, safety, respect, and flexibility for all staff. We uphold the principles of Aboriginal self-determination in caring for our community.
- We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of any age, gender identity, parental/carer status, ability, religion, or cultural backgrounds.

**Other relevant information**
- Preferred applicants are required to undergo mandatory pre-employment screening, which includes a n ational criminal history check, right to work verification, qualification checks, and a statutory declaration disclosing any previous misconduct investigations.
- Applicants must have corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period to be appointed to this role. Ongoing positions are only available to Australian/New Zealand citizens or Australian Permanent Residents.

**Applications close at 11:59pm on Wednesday 27th August 2025.**

- Applications close Wednesday 27 August 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted
- 13 August 2025