Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Darwin, Brisbane Applications close 17 October About the Department The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government's economic agenda.
Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology.
We do this by: Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions Investing in science and technology Strengthening the resources sector.
The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work.
You will be able to create positive impact in people's lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.
If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia's future.
Please see the APSC's APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.
About the team The Oil and Gas Division is an integral part of the ongoing energy transition–in Australia, Asia and globally.
The three branches work on a wide variety of onshore and offshore resources issues including policy and regulatory functions, developing and interpreting legislation and program delivery.
The division prides itself on being an inclusive and positive place to work.
Our values include: embracing clear and open communication investing in staff development being inclusive valuing flexibility as a positive influence on productivity supporting the physical and mental wellbeing of our staff.
The Gas Branch advises Government on gas supply policy in the context of the Government's long-term goals of energy transition.
The Branch was also responsible for developing and releasing the Future Gas Strategy.
We are currently looking to fill on-going EL1 and APS 6 positions in the branch.
The Offshore Strategy Branch is responsible for providing policy and advice to support the safe and responsible regulation of Australia's offshore oil and gas resources.
The branch is leading a review of the offshore environmental management regime to ensure it is fit for purpose in a decarbonising economy and reflects best practice for offshore environmental management.
We are currently looking to fill ongoing EL1 and APS 6 positions in branch.
The work of Offshore Resources Branch is an interesting mix of policy advice and delegated decisions underpinned by technical, economic and legislative analysis.
We are responsible for administering functions relating to offshore petroleum, greenhouse gas storage and minerals activity.
We advise the government on matters relating to greenhouse gas storage, petroleum exploration, development and production and offshore LNG projects.
The policy issues we work on are key to Australia's energy transition and include the implementation of some offshore aspects of the government's Future Gas Strategy.
We are looking to fill ongoing EL1 and APS6 positions in the branch.
The opportunity The energy transformation underway in Australia is a complex process.
Managing the complexity of the future of gas requires continued collaboration, close monitoring, regular review, and adjustment of actions.
In Gas Branch, you will have the opportunity to directly shape future decisions about the energy transition and supporting Australia's net zero goals.
The Offshore Strategy Branch is responsible for supporting the development and continuous improve of key regulatory settings for the offshore petroleum and greenhouse gas storage industries.
You will have the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of key government priorities.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-profile area, exercise creative and strategic thinking, and influence future policy direction.
The roles in Offshore Resources Branch present an excellent opportunity to draw on your knowledge and skills to tackle complex policy problems and manage high value projects.
You need not know about or have experience in the offshore resources sector.
We are very interested in hearing from you, if you have the skills and policy experience that are transferable to the roles we are looking to fill.
We are looking for enthusiastic, supportive, team players who demonstrate a pro-active 'can do' attitude.
You will help shape and progress work that directly supports the delivery of key government and departmental priorities.
Our ideal candidate Our department has a commitment to inclusion and diversity, with an ambition of being the best possible place to work.
This reflects the importance we place on our people and on creating a workplace culture where each and every one of us is valued and respected for our contribution.
Our ideal candidate adds to this culture and our workplace in their own way.
As an APS Level 6 employee, you will: be able to undertake complex work under limited direction, take responsibility for managing work projects to deliver results, take initiative and will exercise judgement to solve problems and produce high-quality advice for decision-makers, be able to communicate confidently and persuasively, and build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
As an Executive Level 1 employee, you will: be able to undertake work that is very complex or sensitive and operate under broad direction, exercise a considerable degree of independence and perform a leadership role, which may include providing direction to others, contributing to team planning, and supervising or mentoring staff, demonstrate sound decision-making and judgement to provide advice and deliver results that contribute to strategic priorities, need to communicate clearly, persuasively, and convey information in a way that is tailored to the audience, and be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with a network of key internal and external stakeholders.
What you will do As an Assistant Manager (Executive Level 1), in addition to the below duties and in accordance with the APSCs Work Level Standards for this classification, you will: harness the expertise of your team to progress sensitive and complex issues help shape the work program for your section support the Manager and Senior Executive to deliver outcomes provide leadership, guidance and mentoring for peers and junior staff establish and promote positive working relationships with stakeholders proactively identify and implement process and system improvements to deliver on the work program under tight resources work with limited direction while displaying flexibility, discretion, and judgement.
In line with the APS Work level standards, EL1 candidates are expected to demonstrate a higher level of expertise, leadership, strategic thinking, lead more complex work and potentially supervise and lead teams.
As an Senior Policy/Program Officer (APS Level 6), in accordance with the APSCs Work Level Standards for this classification, you will: Provide expert advice on more complex areas of policy Work with independence, subject to limited direction against established priorities and practices to deliver quality outcomes.
Prepare draft reports, briefing papers, speeches, Ministerial correspondence and discussion papers for review by Executive level employees Research, interpret and apply legislation, including maintaining knowledge of relevant legislation and international conventions Monitor changes in the broader work environment that may impact on work objectives.
Supervise team members performing related roles.
Eligibility To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.
Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
Notes The department offers flexible work opportunities for many roles.
Vacancies are available Australia wide.
A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.
Application information Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information.
This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents.
The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.
Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position.
Your pitch can contain no more than 500 words and should align to the key duties listed above.
Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application.
(CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).
Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request.
Please contact ****** or (02) 6276 1235 if you require assistance with your application.
Please refer to our Applying for a position information for additional information on how to apply.
Contact Information For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Yanosh Khan on 02 6213 6203 or via email on ******
