Senior Technical Project and Policy Officer

Join us in driving impactful change by transforming the NSW electricity system!

• Ongoing fulltime role at 35 hours per week plus FlexTime
• Sydney location & Hybrid working from home and office supported
• Salary range from $129,464 to $142,665 plus super and leave loading

EnergyCo NSW is spearheading the transition to renewable energy to deliver clean electricity to the people of NSW as coal-fired power stations near closure.

About the Opportunity
Our EnergyCo NSW Technical Advisory Services team is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Technical Project and Policy Officer to lead and coordinate complex projects that drive the successful development and delivery of Renewable Energy Zones (REZ) and Priority Network Infrastructure Projects (PNIPs). Your work will involve undertaking in-depth research and data analysis to deliver high-quality strategic policy and legislative advice, directly informing government decision-making and the direction of the Energy Corporation of NSW. This role offers the chance to contribute to transformative energy initiatives that will have a lasting impact on the state’s energy security, sustainability and transition to net zero.

About You
You’re a data-savvy problem solver who knows how to turn complex analysis into practical insights. Comfortable working with Excel and data sets, you ideally bring energy sector experience and an understanding of how the electricity network operates, giving you the tools to tackle challenging project and policy issues. You’re curious, strategic and innovative, always looking for smarter ways to deliver outcomes within the framework of government policy, while knowing when to escalate critical matters.

You’ve managed complex projects and policy work in the past with a strong grasp of the legislation, frameworks and community expectations shaping energy generation, storage and transmission. Confident and collaborative, you engage effectively with senior decision-makers and stakeholders, influencing action and building partnerships to get results. Resilient and adaptable, you thrive in fast-paced environments and are motivated by helping deliver NSW’s energy transition.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Technical Project and Policy Officer

Who we are?
The Energy Corporation of NSW (EnergyCo) is a statutory corporation established under the Energy and Utilities Administration Act 1987 and governed by its Board, appointed by the Minister for Energy.  EnergyCo is a Staff Agency employing all EnergyCo staff and is an agency related to the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW).

EnergyCo plays a pivotal role in the NSW Government’s Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap, which aims to transform the state’s electricity system into one that is cheap, clean, and reliable. As Infrastructure Planner under the Electricity Infrastructure Investment Act 2020, EnergyCo is responsible for leading the delivery of the State’s first five Renewable Energy Zones (REZs) and the first two priority transmission infrastructure projects (PTIPs), which are located in the Central-West Orana, New England, South West, Hunter-Central Coast, and Illawarra regions. We work closely with communities, investors, and industry to investigate, plan, recommend and coordinate generation, storage and network infrastructure projects.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 8th October at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Charlie Wilson, Manager Technical Services via charlie.wilson@dpie.nsw.gov.au or on 02 9995 5898

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Amy Clifton, Talent Acquisition Specialist on amy.clifton@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 02 49273146 (please mention reference number 545327).

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