Job Description

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

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Reference: 12208

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About us

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

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- making regulatory decisions with respect to prescribed industries (including price determinations, licensing, customerprotectionand access disputes).
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- undertaking reviews and providing advice to Ministers on a range of economic and regulatory matters.
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- administering the Victorian Energy Upgrades program.
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About the role

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The Change Lead plays a key role in supporting delivery of theVictorian Energy Upgrades (VEU)Transformation Program by leading change planning and implementation across a range of initiatives.

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This is a12-monthfixed term position. The work location for this position is 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne, with hybrid work arrangements available.

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Key accountabilities

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The roleis responsible for:

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- leading and delivering change activities to support transformation initiatives across the VEU division
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- working with program leads, subject matter experts and business stakeholders to assess change impacts and develop fit-for-purpose change plans
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- developing and delivering stakeholder engagement, communication and training activities to support successful implementation and adoption
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- supporting business readiness and implementation activities, including transition planning, impact assessments, and post-implementation follow-up
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- identifying and managing change risks, issues and dependencies, and aligning change activities within broader program delivery
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- preparing practical change materials, monitoring progress and feedback, and contributing to continuous improvement in change approaches and tools
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Please refer to the attached position description for the principal functions and key selection criteria.

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For further information about the role, please contactManisa McLennan, Acting Transformation Lead at [email protected]

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Our commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace

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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 team-oriented environment with opportunities for professional growth.

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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.

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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.

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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 [email protected] for support.

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Other relevant information

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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.

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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.

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Applications close Thursday 1 October 2026 at 11.59pm

📌 Change Lead (Victoria)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Victoria