Senior Policy Officer

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Water and Catchments - DEECA Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Company description:

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action

Job description:

The Senior Policy Officer, Compliance is responsible for supporting the compliance and enforcement program for water resource management as a member of the Compliance and Market Reform Team.

The position maintains a rigorous monitoring and reporting framework for ongoing oversight of rural water corporation compliance and enforcement functions. In this role you will work with water corporations, government and water industry stakeholders to develop, implement and/or evaluate water compliance policies and programs, provide technical advice and support senior management and the Minister.

The role requires a critical and analytical thinker who can anticipate emerging issues, develop and propose workable solutions and incorporate them effectively into the work program to ensure solutions are implemented.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

  • Tertiary qualification in science, public policy or other relevant discipline is highly desirable
  • Experience in compliance and enforcement frameworks and best regulatory practice would be well regarded, preferably in Victoria's water entitlement framework or natural resource management

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, 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.

How to Apply:

If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers.

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Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday, 12 November 2025.

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.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA 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. For more information visit applying for a role with us.

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