Project Officer

This role within the Infrastructure and Governance branch of Offshore Wind Energy Victoria supports the delivery of outputs and objectives including governance, business planning, the program schedule, risk management, program reporting, probity, and how it interfaces with the program port and transmission. This position requires a personable, self-starter who is able to communicate in a succinct and clear manner, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to exercise tact and discretion. The role requires you to build your own understanding of the department’s processes and systems to support the branch to meet timeframes and develop high quality deliverables.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Program Management either in relation to Scheduling, Budget Management or Risk and Governance is highly desirable.

This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2027. 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: If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers.

Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday, 25 June 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.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave. For more information visit applying for a role with us.