Senior Legislation Officer

Resources Victoria is seeking a highly motivated Senior Legislation Officer to join our Legislation Reform team. This ongoing role offers a chance to contribute to meaningful legislative reform that supports Victoria’s transition to a sustainable and responsible earth resources sector.

Why Join us?

• Opportunity to make a difference in shaping legislation that supports critical minerals, infrastructure development, and environmental rehabilitation.
• Flexible and inclusive team culture that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
• Dynamic work environment with exposure to high-impact policy and legislative projects across government and industry.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Expertise in legislative and policy development, with a strong grasp of regulatory frameworks and government processes.
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills, capable of building trusted relationships across diverse groups. 

In this role, you will:

• Lead and support the development and reform of legislation governing Victoria’s earth resources sector.
• Provide authoritative policy advice to senior executives and the Minister.
• Collaborate across government, industry, Traditional Owners and the community to ensure reforms are inclusive, informed, and effectively implemented. 

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the processes that guide how legislation, regulations and statutory appointments are made in Victoria.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated experience in preparing complex policy briefs, letter, emails and reports.
• A tertiary qualification in natural resource management, economics, law, planning and environment, public policy or other relevant fields would be advantageous.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, 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. 

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Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday, 22nd October 2025.

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.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace 

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave. For more information visit applying for a role with us.