Assistant Director, Technical Officer

6 days ago

Canberra n Capital Territory, Australia ACT Government Full time $125,344 - $134,527 per year

Closes: 12 September 2025

Classification:
Senior Officer Grade C

Salary:
$125,344 - $134,527 plus superannuation

Position No:
63061

Directorate:
City and Environment

Advertised (Gazettal date):
29 August 2025

Contact Officer:
Andrew Bell on or

Details:
The Climate Change, Energy and Water Division is seeking a technical officer to deliver programs that help the ACT become more sustainable and energy efficient. This role will provide technical advice to complex buildings including multi-unit and mixed use developments.

The successful applicant will provide technical advice and support for businesses, government and/or complex buildings in relation to energy efficiency and gas transition to meet program outputs and outcomes. Duties include effective program planning and delivery, stakeholder liaison, communication, reporting, and high-quality administration and representation skills. Some after-hours work and weekend work will be required.

The ACT remains a national leader in addressing climate change and promoting sustainability. The Climate Change, Energy and Water Division delivers a comprehensive set of policies, programs, and community engagement activities to reach net zero emissions by 2045. This work is done is in collaboration with all sectors including government, non-government, business, community, and households. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Canberra's climate action and have a direct positive impact for the local community.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Eligibility/Other Requirements

  • Occasional weekend work will be required.
  • A current ACT or equivalent driver's licence may be required.
  • Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra

Note:
This is a temporary position available immediately until 30 June 2027 with the possibility of extension and/or permanency. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply:
Applications are sought from potential candidates and should include:

  • Two-page supporting statement addressing Selection Criteria
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Contact details of two referees

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.
City and Environment
City and Environment Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate and Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate.

Note

This is a temporary position available immediately until 30 June 2027 with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

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