Policy And Project Officer

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

3 x Permanent full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity

Parramatta office, other locations across NSW on negotiation, hybrid working supported.
Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113,574 to $125,720 + super

The Department's Energy Infrastructure Division within the Energy, Climate Change and Sustainability (ECCS) group is seeking to appoint three Policy and Project Officers to provide strategic policy advice to deliver critical projects and support the development and delivery of energy infrastructure initiatives.
About the teams
The Energy Infrastructure Division leads initiatives to maintain a safe, secure and reliable electricity and gas supply while advancing the shift to a clean, affordable energy future for New South Wales.
The Energy Infrastructure Division is responsible for policy stewardship, regulation, and investment across energy infrastructure and markets, including generation, storage, networks, and fuel pipelines, and leads emergency coordination for the energy sector and provides expert technical advice and oversight.
We are recruiting three Policy and Project officers across the following teams:

Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) Networks and Access team leading policy reforms to deliver new REZ, network projects and access schemes to connect large scale wind and solar.
Development and Performance team providing policy stewardship of electricity network and gas pipeline safety and technical regulatory framework; and
Generation and Storage Investment team providing policy stewardship and reform to implement the roadmaps infrastructure objectives for generation, firming and long duration storage.

About you
We are looking for candidates with a background in policy analysis and development, capable of identifying and implementing innovative solutions to complex challenges.

Ideally, you will have experience in policy formation, research or analysis and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders to achieve strategic outcomes.
Ability to achieve assigned policy objectives within a high volume and evolving work environment.
Provide policy analysis and advice to support the development and delivery of strategic projects and initiatives.
Contribute to policy reviews including identifying, collecting and analysing information from a variety of sources to understand the subject matter and provide advice.
Engage with a variety of internal and external stakeholders including coordinating working groups and committees to contribute to policy development and implementation.

Key accountabilities

Undertake regulatory and commercial analysis to inform policy development and implementation, providing timely and evidence-based advice to support strategic decision-making on energy infrastructure initiatives.
Prepare a range of policy or project related documents including briefs, reports, status updates and discussion papers.
Support policy and project initiatives by managing delegated projects aligned with energy, priorities, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and in line with quality and scope expectations using established project management methodologies.
Collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, industry representatives, and technical experts, to inform and refine policy approaches, and ensure effective coordination and communication throughout the policy and project lifecycle.
Develop and maintain high-quality documentation, including project plans, policy briefs, discussion papers, reports, and updates to support monitoring, evaluation, and reporting processes, ensuring transparency and accountability across all stages of policy and project development.
Coordinate consultations, working groups, and governance committees to facilitate stakeholder engagement, policy alignment, and the exchange of critical information, ensuring initiatives are informed by a broad range of perspectives.

Monitor and report on policy and project performance by sourcing, analysing, and synthesising data to track progress against milestones and deliverables, identify emerging issues, and support continuous improvement.
Essential Requirements –

Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.

For more information read the full Role Description: Policy and Project Officer
Who we are
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state's environment and heritage.
It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.
DCCEEW conserves and protects the state's natural environment.
It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.
DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.
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 Sunday 21 September 2025 at 11:55 PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Kylie Tanner via kylie.tanner@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.
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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