Job Description
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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, 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 Team Leader, Compliance leads a team responsible for delivering compliance and regulatory outcomes within the Victorian Energy Upgrades program.
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In this role, you will provide leadership, direction and support to a team undertaking compliance monitoring, assessment and regulatory case work. You will help ensure compliance activities are evidence-based, risk-informed and delivered in a timely and consistent way.
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You will work closely with internal stakeholders across the division to support effective regulatory practice, manage competing priorities, and contribute to continuous improvement in compliance processes and team performance.
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This role will suit an experienced people leader with solid regulatory, compliance or investigations capability, sound judgement, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment.
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This is a fixed term position until 31 December ****. The work location for this position is 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne, with hybrid work arrangements available.
Key accountabilities n
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leading and supporting a compliance team to deliver regulatory activities in line with program objectives
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managing team workflows, priorities and performance to support timely, high-quality outcomes
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overseeing compliance monitoring, case management and regulatory responses using a risk-based approach
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providing guidance and advice on compliance matters, including emerging risks, issues and appropriate actions
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building productive relationships across the division to support coordinated and consistent regulatory practice
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contributing to continuous improvement in compliance processes, systems, reporting and team capability
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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.
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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
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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.
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📌 Team Leader Compliance (Melbourne)
🏢 Essential Services Commission
📍 Melbourne