Project Officer

The Renewable Hydrogen and Sustainable Fuels team leads a work program to develop Victoria’s emerging renewable fuels sector including hydrogen, biomethane, sustainable aviation fuel, renewable diesel, biodiesel, green methanol and green ammonia.

As Victoria accelerates the decarbonisation of electricity, the role will support the next phase of the energy transition, requiring emissions reduction across the broader energy system. Renewable fuels will be central to this effort, particularly in sectors where electrification alone is not possible. Building a renewable fuels sector in Victoria presents an opportunity to decarbonise, reduce reliance on imported fuels to strengthen energy security, and leverage the state’s established fuel production capability and strong agricultural base to drive investment, regional development and economic growth.

The Project Officer will support policy and program work to accelerate Victoria’s renewable fuel industry through government-led initiatives. The role includes working closely with a range of other areas across government and external industry, research and community stakeholders.

The team also prioritises the adoption of innovative tools and agile work practices to advance Victoria’s renewable fuels sector and drive the state’s transition to a more secure and sustainable energy future.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Knowledge of the energy sector is highly preferable, with experience in emerging energy technologies, renewable hydrogen and sustainable fuels desirable.
• An appropriate tertiary qualification/s is desirable. Expertise in energy, engineering and public policy, is desirable.
• An understanding of the technical and policy barriers and opportunities for renewable energy in Victoria and Australia, and related energy policy and the energy market, is desirable.
• Familiarity with state or national government systems, processes and operations is desirable.

This is a fixed term position available for a period of 3 years. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson St, East Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers. 

Click the ‘Apply’ button and you'll be redirected to a new platform and create an account.

Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday, 01 September 2026.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.  We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace.  If you need support to participate, please contact ***************@deeca.vic.gov.au. 

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing.  For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.