Project Analyst
Date: 29 Jul 2026
Location: Melbourne, VIC, AU, 3000
Company: VicGov People Careers
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 roles
Reporting to the Technical Lead, you will assess energy efficiency project and product applications under the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program, ensuring compliance with technical and administrative requirements. You'll evaluate a diverse range of commercial and industrial projects, support the registration of energy-efficient products, contribute to technical guidance and process improvements, and coordinate Technical Services Group initiatives that help deliver a high-quality and effective program.
These are both fixed term position(s) for 6 & 12 months. The work location for these positions are 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.
Key accountabilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Contributing to the effective administration of the VEU program, specifically in the area of technical assessments
- Managing and coordinating projects
- Contributing to assigned deliverables under the commission’s obligations under law with respect to the Government’s VEET legislation
- Following business processes which support program participants’ involvement and uphold program compliance.
Please refer to the attached position description for the principal functions and key selection criteria.
How to apply
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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 Mark Ferguson, Technical Lead, project-based activities of technical services group at mark.ferguson@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.
