Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to the protect the state’s environment and heritage.

Expression of Interest - Urban Renewable Energy Policy Leadership Role

- Temporary Full-time opportunity until Nov 2027.
- Located in Parramatta Square, with hybrid working supported
- Environment Officer Class 15, salary ranging from $189,363 to $214,515 pa super

Help shape the future of urban renewable energy in NSW. This is a unique opportunity to lead policy reform that will influence how consumers, communities and businesses participate in the energy transition.

As Associate Director, Urban Renewable Energy, you will lead the development of policy, legislative and regulatory frameworks needed to unlock the energy potential of NSW's cities and support the transition to affordable, reliable and clean energy.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Climate Change & Strategy, you will provide strategic leadership on complex and high-profile policy issues, overseeing reform initiatives, stakeholder engagement and government decision-making processes that will help shape NSW's pathway to net zero.

You'll have the opportunity to establish and lead a high-performing policy team working on one of NSW's most significant emerging energy reform agendas.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead complex urban renewable energy policy, legislative and regulatory reforms.
- Provide strategic advice to senior executives, Ministers' Offices and government decisionmakers on significant and sensitive policy issues.
- Lead policy contributions to Cabinet, parliamentary and government approval processes.
- Build and maintain influential relationships across government, industry, market bodies,



consumer representatives and advocacy organisations.
- Lead consultation and engagement processes to inform policy development and reform.
- Identify emerging risks, opportunities and strategic issues and develop practical, evidence-based solutions.
- Lead and develop a high-performing multidisciplinary team, fostering collaboration, capability development and staff wellbeing.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Marthese Nohra, Executive Officer, via [email protected]

About You

You are an accomplished policy leader with extensive experience delivering complex policy, legislative or regulatory reform.

You bring robust strategic thinking, sound judgement and exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence outcomes across diverse interests and navigate politically sensitive issues.

You are comfortable leading through ambiguity, building consensus, and translating complex technical issues into practical policy solutions.

Most importantly, you are motivated by the opportunity to help shape NSW's clean energy future and deliver meaningful outcomes for consumers and communities.

Essential Requirements

- Extensive experience leading complex policy, legislative and regulatory reform in renewable energy or a related public policy context.




- Demonstrated experience in Cabinet, parliamentary or government approval processes, including coordination of high-quality advice and documentation.

For more information read the full Role Description: Associate Director Renewable Energy 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.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident,or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

Applications close Sunday 15th November 2026 (11:55PM).

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📌 Associate Director Urban Renewable Energy (New South Wales)
🏢 DCCEEW NSW
📍 New South Wales