Senior Project Officer

The Senior Project Officer plays a key role in delivering Victoria’s first auction for the development of offshore wind by supporting the technical assessment of offshore wind project proposals.

Reporting to the Manager, Technical and working closely with specialist technical advisers, the role undertakes technical analysis of bidder submissions, including project design, deliverability, project schedules and milestones, regulatory approvals, grid connection progress, port and vessel strategies, supply chain and risk. The role contributes to the State’s technical input to clarifications and departures, coordinates technical interfaces with transmission and port infrastructure, and supports advice through negotiation and contract execution.

The ideal candidate has an engineering or technical background, is comfortable working with complex technical information, can present clear, well-reasoned analysis to senior decision makers and works well in a collaborative environment.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Demonstrated relevant experience in a technical role in the energy or major infrastructure project sector, either within government or industry, is highly desirable.
• A tertiary qualification in engineering (e.g. electrical, mechanical, civil or marine/offshore) or a related technical discipline is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of offshore wind technology and project delivery, such as wind turbines, foundations, cables and substations, energy yield assessment, port and vessel logistics, and project scheduling, is desirable.
• Understanding of the Victorian and national energy landscape, with an understanding of the National Electricity Market (NEM) is desirable. Knowledge of National Electricity Market grid connection processes and the regulatory approvals environment for offshore wind is desirable.
• Experience at being able to work well within a team, including adopting a flexible approach across multiple technical matters.

This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2028. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, East 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:

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Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday, 25 November 2026.

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.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact aboriginal.employment@deeca.vic.gov.au.

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing. For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.