Agency Department of Treasury and Finance Work unit Utilities Commission
Job title Regulatory Analyst – Licensing, Designation Administrative Officer 6
Compliance and Reporting
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $102,505 - $114,282 Location Darwin
Position number 20714 RTF 357538 Closing 07/10/2026
Contact officer Jodi Kirstenfeldt, Assistant Director of Utilities Commission on 08 8999 7471 or
[email protected]
About the agency http://www.treasury.nt.gov.au
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=357538
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TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Undertake analysis and provide advice on licensing, compliance and reporting matters across the Commission’s regulated sectors.
Provide case and project coordination, and evidence-based advice to inform assessments, investigations, monitoring and reporting activities.
Context statement The Commission is an independent statutory authority comprising a Commissioner and Associate Commissioners. It is responsible for economic regulation and related regulatory functions across electricity, water and sewerage, ports and other regulated industries,
and provides advice to Government as required. An office led by the Director Utilities Commission supports the
Commission. Staff are seconded from the Department of Treasury and Finance.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Undertake research, analysis and assessment on licensing, compliance and reporting matters across the Commission’s regulated
sectors.
1. Process and assess licence and exemption matters, compliance monitoring activities, complaints, incident reviews and annual
reporting requirements, and make recommendations as required.
1. Prepare draft reports, submissions, briefings, correspondence and advice on licensing, compliance and related regulatory
matters.
1. Review information provided by regulated entities and identify issues requiring further analysis or escalation.
2. Undertake investigations, reporting projects, consultations and other regulatory work as required.
3. Liaise with regulated entities, government agencies, consultants, customers and other stakeholders on routine regulatory
matters.
1. Maintain accurate records, registers, case files and reporting information supporting the Commission’s licensing, compliance
and reporting functions.
1. Contribute to broader Commission priorities as required,
including cross-stream work, continuous improvement and major
projects aligned to the Commission’s objectives.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated experience in licensing, compliance, reporting, regulation or a related field, including the ability to undertake
research and provide clear, evidence-based advice on complex matters.
1. Demonstrated ability to deliver analytical work, investigations and project support in a complex operating environment with
limited supervision.
1. Well-developed analytical and judgement skills, including the ability to assess licensing, compliance and reporting information,
identify issues and contribute to sound recommendations.
1. Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines, and maintain standards of quality, responsiveness and
accountability.
1. Well-developed written and oral communication skills, including the ability to prepare accurate reports, submissions, briefings,
correspondence and advice.
1. Solid interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with stakeholders and as part of a small team.
2. Demonstrated professionalism, integrity and accountability in the exercise of judgement, and the ability to interpret and apply
legislation, licence conditions, codes, regulatory instruments or related frameworks relevant to the role
Desirable
1. Tertiary qualification in law, economics, commerce, public policy, public administration or a related discipline.
2. Knowledge of Northern Territory regulated industries, including electricity, water and sewerage and ports.
📌 Regulatory Analyst – Licensing, Compliance and Reporting (Darwin)
🏢 Department Of Treasury And Finance
📍 Darwin