Job Description
Location:
Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
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About us n
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, customer protection and 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 n
The Senior Analyst plays a key role in delivering high-quality economic regulation outcomes for the commission. With a strong understanding of regulatory and economic frameworks, the role provides leadership and expertise across major projects within the division.
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The core role involves water sector performance monitoring and reporting – solid mathematical, data analysis and reporting skills are required. Data cleaning and management, or some programming ability, would be advantageous.
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This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.
Key accountabilities n
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Lead, plan and deliver economic regulatory projects and tasks, including the preparation and publication of commission papers and decisions
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Undertake research and analysis to provide advice on economic regulatory matters, including on technical economic regulatory issues
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Provide strategic advice to senior management and commissioners to inform regulatory decisions, including through written and verbal briefings
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Plan for and undertake consultation with stakeholders including regulated industry participants, consumer representatives, other regulators and government agencies
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Undertake other duties in the division or other parts of the commission as requested.
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For further information about the role, please contactChris Hutchins, Project Manager, Price Monitoring and Regulationat
Our commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace n
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.
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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 for support.
Other relevant information n
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.
Applications close Thursday 22 October **** at *****pm #J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Analyst (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Melbourne