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Assistant Under Treasurer, Energy
Office of Assistant Under Treasurer; Gas and Sustainable Fuels; Qld Treasury; Brisbane City
Lead Queensland’s Energy future as a senior executive through the delivery of affordable, reliable and sustainable energy across Queensland. Contribute to a lower carbon energy sector by shaping statewide policy, programs, and initiatives.
• Shape policy driving Queensland’s renewable energy future.
• Lead programs ensuring energy security and affordability.
• Contribute to Queensland’s clean energy economic growth.
Job details
| Position status | Contract |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Executive |
| Classification | SES3(H) |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/644537/25 |
| Closing date | 07-Jul-2025 |
| Job duration | 5 years with possible extension |
| Contact person | Carlye Sycz |
| Contact details | Ph: 0466 855 473 Access the National Relay Service |
Your new opportunity
As the Assistant Under Treasurer: Energy, you will lead the Energy Division within Queensland Treasury to deliver on the state's commitment to deliver an affordable, reliable and sustainable energy sector. This pivotal role will enable you to foster economic growth through innovative strategies and shape policies for long-term sustainability.
Take this opportunity to drive one of Queensland's most transformative agendas, elevating the energy sector's contribution to a clean, sustainable economy for the future.
In this role, you will:
- Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Energy Division.
- Lead the development and implementation of strategies, programs, regulatory frameworks and initiatives that underpin the long-term productivity growth and sustainability of Queensland's energy sector.
- Provide high quality strategic advice and analysis, information and guidance to the Under Treasurer and Treasurer on policy, regulatory and compliance issues in relation to sustainable energy supply.
- Ensure strong linkages are developed and enhanced with key stakeholders including electricity customers and industry to ensure coordinated and integrated policy and programs.
- Represent the Government, Department and Under Treasurer in a range of forums that require a content-specific perspective ensuring the interests of the energy sector and the department are represented at the Energy and Climate Ministerial Council and other relevant forums.
- Provide oversight and advice to support the Treasurer's responsibilities as minister of government-owned energy corporations.
- Drive the delivery of services and portfolio commitments that meet the Government's priorities within budget allocation, meeting service standards and continuing to identify innovative efficiencies.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the senior executive and key staff in Treasury, Government Owned Corporations, other government agencies and stakeholders.
What experience you will bring:
We are seeking an exceptional leader with integrity, judgement, and adaptability in a dynamic and complex environment. Suitable candidates will demonstrate:
- A high-level understanding of energy policy, regulatory, and commercial issues, with the ability to lead large-scale strategic energy programs.
- Significant executive-level experience in the energy or related sectors, with a strong grasp of the public sector's whole-of-government agenda.
- Proven success as a leader in complex organisations, with a strong capacity to drive change, build capable teams, and foster innovation.
- Outstanding communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills to shape policy and manage relationships.
How to apply
To submit your application, click on the Apply link to provide:
• Your resume detailing relevant experience
• A cover letter of no more than two pages outlining why you are interested in this position and how your knowledge, skills and experience makes you a strong candidate for the role.
Queensland Treasury is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve and treating all applicants equitably. This starts with recruitment, including making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process.
We welcome applicants to share with the hiring manager any health condition, disability, and/or cultural or linguistic background, so that we may make any necessary adjustments to enable you to equitably participate in the recruitment process.
Applications will remain current for a period of 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/644537/25
Closing Date: Monday, 7th July 2025
Further information
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