The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water lead Australia’s response to climate change and sustainable energy use, and help protect our environment, heritage, and water. We provide advice to the Australian Government around climate, energy, and the environment, and administer legislation. The department also enforce laws relating to the protection of the environment and biodiversity, wildlife, fuel quality and greenhouse gas storage.
We deliver policies and programs to:
- help address climate change and build a more innovative, future ready energy system
- help protect, restore and manage Australia’s land and ocean environment and heritage
- improve the health of our rivers and freshwater ecosystems and manage Australia’s water resources for industry and regional communities
- advance Australia’s interests in the Antarctic and Southern Ocean
We are innovative and collaborative. We look to the future.
About the team
The Energy Division is responsible for providing international and national leadership and coordination to:
- the transition of Australia’s economy to net-zero emissions by 2050,
- reliability and affordability,
- support actions to promote adaptation and strengthen resilience of Australia’s economy, society and environment, and
- re-establish Australia as a global leader in responding to climate change.
Industrial Energy Efficiency Branch
Energy plays a vital role in achieving the Australian Government’s ambitious emission reduction targets of 43 per cent (on 2005 levels) by 2030 and net zero by 2050. The Industrial Energy Efficiency Branch in the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is looking to fill several vacancies at the APS5 and APS6 level for policy, program delivery and technical roles.
There are a number of work streams across the branch, many with cross over between teams. The branch engages internationally on energy efficiency policy for buildings, industrial processes, equipment and energy management. These positions include opportunities to conduct international research, liaise with International Energy Agency working groups and advise on policy informed by international experience. Long term, effective and productive stakeholder engagement is core work for the branch to ensure the development of effective policy and that programs are successfully delivered. You will work with stakeholders from industry, the states and territories and internationally.
The branch runs both short and long term programs to reduce energy for businesses. This includes operating the Commercial Building Disclosure Program, a significant regulatory program which mandates the disclosure of building energy ratings. Small and medium-sized businesses are supported through short term programs to manage their energy use, by providing targeted advice and financial incentives.
Industrial energy efficiency policy is being developed in close consultation with industry and jurisdictions to understand the drivers behind energy use in Australian industry, in order to increase energy performance and decarbonise businesses and support the National Energy Transformation.
Key policy elements include supporting businesses to make use of new technology to increase energy resilience and schedule loads to enable the use of renewables. Commercial buildings energy efficiency policies and program reduce the greenhouse gas emissions emitted by Australia’s commercial buildings sector through improving their energy performance. This includes supporting the development and expansion of the National Australian Built Environment Ratings System (NABERS), further development of the National Construction Code and improving the Commercial Building Disclosure Program.
Our ideal candidate
Knowledge and experience
Knowledge or experience of energy efficiency policy or programs will be well regarded but is not essential.
Ideal candidates at all levels will have:
- Policy development skills, ability to solve problems and think strategically.
- Demonstrated ability to support senior staff.
- Ability to independently manage their workload and exercise sound judgement
- Contribute to branch objectives as well as assist with managing priorities in the section.
- Excellent stakeholder management, collaboration and engagement skills.
- Proven ability to develop and nurture relationships with government and industry stakeholders.
For technical roles, experience in buildings or industrial energy efficiency and/or qualifications in engineering, architecture, science, economics, or law would be highly valued. For policy and program roles, experience in government processes would be highly valued.
What you’ll gain from the experience
- A unique opportunity and experience contributing to policy analysis and advice that will shape Australia’s energy transformation.
- Experience delivering on important Government priorities in a high-profile sector of the economy.
- Expertise briefing and advising an engaged Assistant Minister on complex energy policy issues.
- A broad network of productive, motivated people across governments and industry.
- Great experiences working in a collaborative and supportive team doing something genuinely important.
Skills and capabilities
We are looking for candidates who are keen for a challenge and to be a catalyst for change with a diverse range of skills and experience including:
- policy
- program delivery and review
- legislative change
- legal
- economic analysis
- communications
- data analysis
- technical advice
- research
- regulation
- administration and service delivery
The positions would suit someone who thrives when working on nationally significant projects and policy, is a clear communicator, results driven and delivers high quality outputs within a team environment. We recognise the value in developing candidates with experience in a range of disciplines. We value our staff bringing different backgrounds and points of view to work every day and strive to develop subject matter expertise through a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Our department has a commitment to inclusion and diversity, with an ambition of being the best possible place to work. This reflects the importance we place on our people and on creating a workplace culture where each and every one of us is valued and respected for our contribution. Our ideal candidate adds to this culture and our workplace in their own way.
For technical roles, you will have a depth of understanding and practical experience in areas relevant to industrial or buildings energy efficiency and be able to analyse and clearly explain complex technical matters both verbally and in writing.
What you will do
You will develop and implement policies and programs to improve energy efficiency in the industrial and commercial sectors, while assisting to deliver the Australian Government’s Powering Australia Plan, the National Energy Performance Strategy, and the Trajectory for Low Energy Buildings. Positions are available in the following teams:
- Energy Efficiency Policy and International
- Industrial Energy Efficiency Policy
- Business Energy Efficiency and
- Commercial Buildings Policy
Responsibilities are likely to include:
At the APS 5 level:
- work under supervision to support delivery of a package of work
- Contribute to research to develop documentation to support strategic policy or project work
- input into documentation providing advice to senior executives
- support procurement and contract management
- Support delivery of industry dialogues and interjurisdictional engagement
- Perform other tasks as required, supporting administration of the section
At the APS6 level:
- work with minimal supervision to support delivery of a package of work
- Conduct and present research, analysis and develop documentation to support strategic policy or project work
- draft documentation providing advice to senior executives
- manage procurement and contracts
- manage industry dialogues and coordinate interjurisdictional engagement
- Perform other tasks as required, supporting administration of the section
Eligibility
Citizenship – To be eligible for employment with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the environment and Water you must be an Australian citizen.
Security Clearance – This position requires a Baseline Vetting security clearance. You will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
Notes
A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.
The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles. This vacancy is Canberra based, although flexible or remote work arrangements may be considered. Relocation assistance may be available if relocating to Canberra.
Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.
How to apply
Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position. Your pitch can contain no more than 3500 characters (approximately 500 words) and should align to the key duties listed above.
The key areas, or points listed describe the particular skills, capabilities, knowledge, and experience and where applicable the qualifications required to achieve the desired outcomes for the role and your statement of claims against these is an essential part of the shortlisting process. If shortlisted, applicants may be asked to attend an interview to provide further examples against these key areas/points to demonstrate their ability to perform the duties of the position.
Applicants must demonstrate the ways in which they will be of value to the job and the organisation. You must make sure that you adequately address key areas or points and cite evidence of your suitability. Do not simply state that you meet the requirements – it is essential that you provide examples from your current or past role(s) which demonstrate how you meet each of the key areas or points. You should focus on how your experience, achievements and capabilities will enable you to successfully undertake the responsibilities of the role(s).
Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents. The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.
Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application. (CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).
Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request. Please contact recruitment@industry.gov.au or (02) 6276 1235 if you require assistance with your application.
Please refer to our Applying for a position information for additional information on how to apply.
The Australian Public Service Commission has produced an excellent guide to applying for jobs in the Australian Public Service. You can access this information at APSCs Cracking the Code.
Contact Information
For more information on this vacancy, please contact Stanford Harrison on 0402 439 725 or Stanford. Harrison@industry.gov.au
About the department
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water lead Australia’s response to climate change and sustainable energy use, and help protect our environment, heritage, and water. We provide advice to the Australian Government around climate, energy, and the environment, and administer legislation. The department also enforce laws relating to the protection of the environment and biodiversity, wildlife, fuel quality and greenhouse gas storage.
We deliver policies and programs to:·
- help address climate change and build a more innovative, future ready energy system
- help protect, restore and manage Australia’s land and ocean environment and heritage
- improve the health of our rivers and freshwater ecosystems and manage Australia’s water resources for industry and regional communities
- advance Australia’s interests in the Antarctic and Southern Ocean
We are innovative and collaborative. We look to the future.
About the team
The Energy Division is responsible for providing international and national leadership and coordination to:
- the transition of Australia’s economy to net-zero emissions by 2050,
- reliability and affordability,
- support actions to promote adaptation and strengthen resilience of Australia’s economy, society and environment, and
- re-establish Australia as a global leader in responding to climate change.
Industrial Energy Efficiency Branch
Energy plays a vital role in achieving the Australian Government’s ambitious emission reduction targets of 43 per cent (on 2005 levels) by 2030 and net zero by 2050. The Industrial Energy Efficiency Branch in the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is looking to fill several vacancies at the APS5 and APS6 level for policy, program delivery and technical roles.
There are a number of work streams across the branch, many with cross over between teams. The branch engages internationally on energy efficiency policy for buildings, industrial processes, equipment and energy management. These positions include opportunities to conduct international research, liaise with International Energy Agency working groups and advise on policy informed by international experience. Long term, effective and productive stakeholder engagement is core work for the branch to ensure the development of effective policy and that programs are successfully delivered. You will work with stakeholders from industry, the states and territories and internationally.
The branch runs both short and long term programs to reduce energy for businesses. This includes operating the Commercial Building Disclosure Program, a significant regulatory program which mandates the disclosure of building energy ratings. Small and medium-sized businesses are supported through short term programs to manage their energy use, by providing targeted advice and financial incentives.
Industrial energy efficiency policy is being developed in close consultation with industry and jurisdictions to understand the drivers behind energy use in Australian industry, in order to increase energy performance and decarbonise businesses and support the National Energy Transformation.
Key policy elements include supporting businesses to make use of new technology to increase energy resilience and schedule loads to enable the use of renewables. Commercial buildings energy efficiency policies and program reduce the greenhouse gas emissions emitted by Australia’s commercial buildings sector through improving their energy performance. This includes supporting the development and expansion of the National Australian Built Environment Ratings System (NABERS), further development of the National Construction Code and improving the Commercial Building Disclosure Program.
Our ideal candidate
Knowledge and experience
Knowledge or experience of energy efficiency policy or programs will be well regarded but is not essential.
Ideal candidates at all levels will have:
- Policy development skills, ability to solve problems and think strategically.
- Demonstrated ability to support senior staff.
- Ability to independently manage their workload and exercise sound judgement
- Contribute to branch objectives as well as assist with managing priorities in the section.
- Excellent stakeholder management, collaboration and engagement skills.
- Proven ability to develop and nurture relationships with government and industry stakeholders.
For technical roles, experience in buildings or industrial energy efficiency and/or qualifications in engineering, architecture, science, economics, or law would be highly valued. For policy and program roles, experience in government processes would be highly valued.
What you’ll gain from the experience
- A unique opportunity and experience contributing to policy analysis and advice that will shape Australia’s energy transformation.
- Experience delivering on important Government priorities in a high-profile sector of the economy.
- Expertise briefing and advising an engaged Assistant Minister on complex energy policy issues.
- A broad network of productive, motivated people across governments and industry.
- Great experiences working in a collaborative and supportive team doing something genuinely important.
Skills and capabilities
We are looking for candidates who are keen for a challenge and to be a catalyst for change with a diverse range of skills and experience including:
- policy
- program delivery and review
- legislative change
- legal
- economic analysis
- communications
- data analysis
- technical advice
- research
- regulation
- administration and service delivery
The positions would suit someone who thrives when working on nationally significant projects and policy, is a clear communicator, results driven and delivers high quality outputs within a team environment. We recognise the value in developing candidates with experience in a range of disciplines. We value our staff bringing different backgrounds and points of view to work every day and strive to develop subject matter expertise through a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Our department has a commitment to inclusion and diversity, with an ambition of being the best possible place to work. This reflects the importance we place on our people and on creating a workplace culture where each and every one of us is valued and respected for our contribution. Our ideal candidate adds to this culture and our workplace in their own way.
For technical roles, you will have a depth of understanding and practical experience in areas relevant to industrial or buildings energy efficiency and be able to analyse and clearly explain complex technical matters both verbally and in writing.
What you will do
You will develop and implement policies and programs to improve energy efficiency in the industrial and commercial sectors, while assisting to deliver the Australian Government’s Powering Australia Plan, the National Energy Performance Strategy, and the Trajectory for Low Energy Buildings. Positions are available in the following teams:
- Energy Efficiency Policy and International
- Industrial Energy Efficiency Policy
- Business Energy Efficiency and
- Commercial Buildings Policy
Responsibilities are likely to include:
At the APS 5 level:
- work under supervision to support delivery of a package of work
- Contribute to research to develop documentation to support strategic policy or project work
- input into documentation providing advice to senior executives
- support procurement and contract management
- Support delivery of industry dialogues and interjurisdictional engagement
- Perform other tasks as required, supporting administration of the section
At the APS6 level:
- work with minimal supervision to support delivery of a package of work
- Conduct and present research, analysis and develop documentation to support strategic policy or project work
- draft documentation providing advice to senior executives
- manage procurement and contracts
- manage industry dialogues and coordinate interjurisdictional engagement
- Perform other tasks as required, supporting administration of the section
Eligibility
Citizenship – To be eligible for employment with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the environment and Water you must be an Australian citizen.
Security Clearance – This position requires a Baseline Vetting security clearance. You will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
Notes
A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.
The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles. This vacancy is Canberra based, although flexible or remote work arrangements may be considered. Relocation assistance may be available if relocating to Canberra.
Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.
How to apply
Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position. Your pitch can contain no more than 3500 characters (approximately 500 words) and should align to the key duties listed above.
The key areas, or points listed describe the particular skills, capabilities, knowledge, and experience and where applicable the qualifications required to achieve the desired outcomes for the role and your statement of claims against these is an essential part of the shortlisting process. If shortlisted, applicants may be asked to attend an interview to provide further examples against these key areas/points to demonstrate their ability to perform the duties of the position.
Applicants must demonstrate the ways in which they will be of value to the job and the organisation. You must make sure that you adequately address key areas or points and cite evidence of your suitability. Do not simply state that you meet the requirements – it is essential that you provide examples from your current or past role(s) which demonstrate how you meet each of the key areas or points. You should focus on how your experience, achievements and capabilities will enable you to successfully undertake the responsibilities of the role(s).
Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents. The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.
Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application. (CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).
Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request. Please contact recruitment@industry.gov.au or (02) 6276 1235 if you require assistance with your application.
Please refer to our Applying for a position information for additional information on how to apply.
The Australian Public Service Commission has produced an excellent guide to applying for jobs in the Australian Public Service. You can access this information at APSCs Cracking the Code.
For more information on this vacancy, please contact Stanford Harrison on 0402 439 725 or Stanford. Harrison@industry.gov.au