Executive Level 1 - Clean Energy Regulator Technical Stream (Affirmative Measures - Indigenous)
The Clean Energy Regulator acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live and work across Australia. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Acknowledgment of Country
The Clean Energy Regulator acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live and work across Australia. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Yuma – Welcome to the Clean Energy Regulator
The Clean Energy Regulator plays a key role in driving carbon abatement and supporting the transition to clean energy in Australia by administering national schemes that measure, reduce and offset emissions.
Through initiatives such as the Australian Carbon Credit Unit (ACCU) Scheme, we support projects that reduce emissions, store carbon and create economic opportunities across Australia - including on land and waters where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have rights, interests and deep cultural connections.
We recognise the importance of ensuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices, perspectives and knowledge are reflected in our work, particularly where projects intersect with Country, culture and community.
We warmly invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for this opportunity. We value the strength, lived experience, cultural knowledge and community connection that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples bring, and the important contribution this makes to delivering effective, inclusive and respectful outcomes for Australia.
About this Recruitment – Affirmative Measure
This role is being recruited under the Affirmative Measures – Indigenous Employment provision.
This means the opportunity is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants. The use of this measure supports the Australian Government's commitment to increasing representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the APS and addressing historical under representation.
We are committed to a fair and inclusive process where all candidates are assessed on merit, with an understanding that capability can be demonstrated in many ways, including through community, cultural, and lived experience.
As a part of the recruitment process, you will be required to provide evidence that confirms your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage. This is generally via a letter issued by a recognised Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander organisation that confirms:
You are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent; or,
You identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; and
You are accepted by the community as such.
If you progress to the interview stage, you will be required to provide this evidence prior to your interview.
Our Commitment to Cultural Safety
We are committed to creating a culturally safe and respectful recruitment process and workplace.
In this recruitment process, we will:
Use clear, plain language and minimise unnecessary jargon
Provide flexibility in how you demonstrate your skills and experience
Offer alternative assessment approaches (such as storytelling or conversational approaches where appropriate)
Ensure panel members are culturally aware and respectful
Provide opportunities to ask questions and feel comfortable throughout the process
We recognise that everyone communicates differently and want to create an environment where you can best show your strengths and potential.
Our Commitment to Ongoing Support
We are committed to supporting you throughout your time at the Clean Energy Regulator by fostering a workplace where you feel culturally safe, valued and connected. Our First Nations Network plays a central role in this by creating an inclusive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, amplifying
First Nations voices, and supporting initiatives led by First Nations peoples. Through celebrating and sharing cultural heritage, recognising significant events and milestones, and promoting cultural understanding across the agency, the Network helps strengthen our ongoing commitment to reconciliation and respect.
Our Role and Functions




The agency is undergoing a period of significant change and growth, with new responsibilities and expanded scope of schemes, such as the Cheaper Home Batteries initiative, Guarantee of Origin scheme and the Nature Repair Market. The agency has also been appointed as the preferred regulator for distributed energy products, also known as consumer energy resources.
With a variety of roles on offer we are searching for candidates who can demonstrate capability in a variety of different areas.
Information about all the schemes we administer, as well as our publications, can be found on our website.
Scheme Operations Division
Our Scheme Operations Division enables entry and participation in the schemes administered by the agency. Staff assess applications and make statutory decisions on client scheme entitlements. The division works collaboratively across the agency to ensure efficient and effective administration of all schemes.
Scheme Support Division
The Scheme Support Division supports the agency to resolve complex issues, advocate for legislative and policy change, screen and monitor client behaviour, address serious non-compliance and improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Consumer energy national technical regulator
The Australian Government, in partnership with state and territory governments, has developed a national framework for regulating consumer energy resources. We are preparing to take on the role of the Consumer Energy Resources National Technical Regulator under the framework, subject to legislation.
The new regulatory framework will give consumers greater confidence in their devices, helping them get more value from their energy systems. The framework sets out roles for us as the Consumer Energy National Technical Regulator, including registering suppliers, installers and products; collecting information about installed devices; and monitoring compliance.
Current Opportunities
There are current, immediate vacancies available working within the consumer energy national technical regulator as well as further anticipated vacancies as the national framework is developed and implementation commences. The availability of roles will be staggered as the framework matures and subject to the passage of the related legislation.
The merit pool from this process may also be used to fill roles within the Renewable Energy Target scheme and National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting scheme.
The key duties of the position include:
As an Executive Level 1 you will be expected to undertake work that is complex in nature and operates with a high level of autonomy and accountability. You will manage a defined body of work or lead a small team, exercising sound judgement and initiative to deliver outcomes aligned with organisational priorities. You will be capable of managing competing priorities, providing authoritative and well reasoned advice, and representing the work area with stakeholders.
Many roles involve people leadership responsibilities, including setting direction, managing workflows, developing staff capability and monitoring performance.
The duties across all roles will include:
Provide expert technical and strategic advice on complex or sensitive matters affecting energy systems, technical standards, implementation or operational delivery.
Lead development of technical positions, implementation options, operating approaches and supporting policy, program or legislative products.
Oversee consistent interpretation of technical requirements, market arrangements, system considerations and relevant standards.
Manage complex stakeholder relationships, including negotiation, issue resolution and clear communication of technical requirements and implementation implications.
Lead a team or work program: set priorities, allocate resources, monitor workflow and assure quality of technical and policy-adjacent outputs.
Build capability through coaching, calibration, peer review and feedback to strengthen technical reasoning and decision support.




Commission or lead research and analysis to produce insights on technical feasibility, implementation considerations, system impacts and emerging issues.
Drive innovation and business improvement, including identifying risks, implementing controls and managing change or ambiguity within the work area.
Specific roles and responsibilities will be discussed with candidates as they progress through the recruitment process. If an offer of employment is made to you, you will receive the detailed duties for the specific role being offered.
Key Capabilities and Attributes
We are seeking candidates who demonstrate some of or all our core capabilities:
Building Relationships
Developing Self and Others
Managing Risk
Applying Legislation and Policy
Delivering Results
Leveraging Insights
In addition to these core capabilities, you will also have some of or all the following personal attributes:
Leads work through ambiguity, setting direction and prioritising delivery
Translates policy and legislative intent into coherent, implementable regulatory frameworks
Acts as a trusted focal point, providing explicit, balanced advice to stakeholders
Builds and maintains strategic relationships across the energy, technology and regulatory sectors
Models APS and CER values by fostering a collaborative, inclusive team culture
While tertiary qualifications are not essential, demonstrated experience and expertise in the following disciplines would be advantageous:
Electrical Engineering
Renewable Energy Engineering
Any STEM related discipline
Public Policy or Government
Eligibility
The Public Service Act **** requires all people joining the Australian Public Service to be Australian citizens. You will be asked to declare your citizenship status as part of the application process.
We will conduct pre-employment checks before we offer you employment. For us to do this, you will be required to supply certified copies of identity documents.
It is a condition of employment with the Clean Energy Regulator that you can obtain and maintain a security clearance to the level applicable to the position. If you are offered a role and do not already hold a security clearance at or above level applicable to the position, you will need to undertake the security clearance process before you can commence employment. Any employment offer will be contingent upon obtaining this clearance.
Getting to know the Clean Energy Regulator
The Clean Energy Regulator is the Government body responsible for administering legislation to reduce carbon emissions and increase the use of clean energy. The Clean Energy Regulator has administrative responsibilities for the:
National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Scheme, under the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act ****
Emissions Reduction Fund, under the Carbon Credits (Carbon Farming Initiative) Act ****,
Renewable Energy Target, under the Renewable Energy (Electricity) Act ****, and
Australian National Registry of Emissions Units, under the Australian National Registry of Emissions Units Act ****,
Nature Repair Market, under the Nature Repair Act ****,
Guarantee of Origin, under the Future
Made in Australia (Guarantee of Origin) Bill ****. Our purpose is to accelerate carbon abatement for Australia. We work with our stakeholders and clients including Australian Government departments and agencies, industry bodies, liable entities and the community to provide regulatory services of the highest standard.
We offer challenging and rewarding work in administering legislation that will reduce carbon emissions and increase the use of clean energy. Our agency is committed to workplace diversity and aims to create an environment that values and utilises the contribution of people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, people with a disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and mature age workers
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📌 Executive Level 1 - Clean Energy Regulator Technical Stream (Affirmative Measures - Indigenous) (Canberra)
🏢 Clean Energy Regulator
📍 Canberra