Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope

The core responsibilities and primary duties for this position within Australian Energy Regulator include:

• DMO work can be fast-paced with short deadlines. Successful applicants will be confident engaging with colleagues, able to quickly understand priorities and progress work efficiently, and comfortable using their judgement to act on instructions without unnecessary delay.
• Work flexibly and confidently, both independently and as part of the wider DMO teams, proactively engaging with colleagues and supporting the efficient delivery of the DMO work remit within a geographically dispersed and dynamic work environment.
• Support the collection and analysis of data and energy market material to develop insights, identify trends and draw accurate conclusions.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills. Being able to communicate clearly and professionally, particularly in communicating complex or technical information related to the energy sector. Tailoring written and verbal information for a wide range of audiences and helping to explain concepts to a wide audience.
• Support consultation and stakeholder engagement activities by coordinating processes, assisting in preparing materials and responding to stakeholder enquiries in a timely manner.
• Build and maintain constructive working relationships with internal stakeholders, contribute actively to team discussions and problem-solving, and collaborate effectively with other teams across the AER.
• Demonstrate initiative, responsiveness and sound judgement in a fast-paced environment by managing competing priorities, identifying and progressing next steps with limited supervision, and delivering accurate work within agreed timeframes.
• Contribute and support the implementation of initiatives to improve AER workflows and processes.
• Support the development of regulatory processes to meet the requirements of the changing energy market while minimising regulatory burden.
• Demonstrate the APS Values, Employment Principles and AER behaviours in all aspects of work, contributing to a positive, inclusive and respectful workplace culture.

Mandatory Eligibility & Security Clearance

Applicants must satisfy the following statutory and organizational requirements:

• Citizenship: Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, candidates must generally be Australian citizens to be eligible for engagement.
• Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) security clearance (Baseline, Negative Vetting 1, or Negative Vetting 2 as required by the agency).
• Probationary Period: Employment may be subject to a probationary period, character checks, and pre-engagement screening.
• RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability. This initiative/program is only applicable where the successful applicant will be employed under the Public Service Act 1999. Similar conditions may apply when employed under other Acts. For clarification please contact the advertising agency.

Working Arrangements & Public Sector Benefits

Work Model: Hybrid. Details: Employees are required to work in the office a minimum of 2 days per week.

Australian Public Service positions provide comprehensive Commonwealth benefits including a standard 15.4% employer superannuation contribution, attractive leave provisions, and structured career progression pathways across the Australian Public Service.