Compliance Analyst

About us  

The Essential Services Commission is Victoria’s independent economic regulator of essential services supplied by a range of industries. The commission’s functions include: 

• making regulatory decisions with respect to prescribed industries (including price determinations, licensing, customer protection and access disputes).  

• undertaking reviews and providing advice to Ministers on a range of economic and regulatory matters.  

• administering the Victorian Energy Upgrades program. 

About the role 

If you’re looking for a role in a dynamic and community-focused organisation that is making a genuine impact on the lives of all Victorians, the Compliance Analyst position could be the right fit for you.  

In this role, you will be: 

• part of a team that works to reduce greenhouse emissions, and drive improvements in energy efficiency. 

• contributing to the administration of the largest energy efficiency program in Australia. 

• engaging with scheme participants and other government agencies to ensure the objectives of the VEU program are achieved. 

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available. 

Key accountabilities 

The Compliance Analyst will: 

• conduct compliance investigations and site inspections into potential regulatory breaches. 

• research, gather and review evidence, analyse and interpret complex information to support the division's work. 

• draft correspondence, briefings, decisions, notices, industry guidance, papers and reports. 

• prepare recommendations for compliance and enforcement action. 

• provide project management support and manage aspects of projects. 

• work with accredited persons and scheme participants to remediate non-compliance and promote compliance. 

Please refer to the attached position description for the principal functions and key selection criteria.  

How to apply 

Click the ‘apply now’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application.  

All applications should include:  

• a resume; and 

• a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria, highlighting your skills and relevant experience in relation to the role. 

For further information about the role, please contact Maria Koukoulas – Manager Engagement & Compliance, Victorian Energy Upgrades at Maria.Koukoulas@esc.vic.gov.au 

Our commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace  

Be part of a highly respected and professional organisation that allows you to apply your knowledge while supporting flexible working arrangements that allow you to balance work and life. You’ll be working in a dynamic and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.  

We are Equal Employment Opportunity employer with inclusive leaders committed to driving a workplace culture that prioritises equity, safety, respect, and flexibility for all staff. We uphold the principles of Aboriginal self-determination in caring for our community.  

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of any age, gender identity, parental/carer status, ability, religion, or cultural backgrounds.  

If you require any adjustments to equitably participate in the recruitment process, or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please contact people.culture@esc.vic.gov.au for support.  

Other relevant information 

Applicants must have corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period to be appointed to this role. Ongoing positions are only available to Australian/New Zealand citizens or Australian Permanent Residents.  

Preferred applicants are required to undergo mandatory pre-employment screening, which includes a national criminal history check, right to work verification, qualification checks, statutory declaration disclosing any previous misconduct investigations and declaration of private interests.