Manager Planning

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

Exciting opportunity up to January 2027

Temporary fulltime role at 35 hours per week plus Flex Time

Sydney office location & Hybrid working from home and office supported
Salary range from $149,739 to $173,174 plus super and leave loading

Energy Co 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 Energy Co NSW Planning and Policy team is currently seeking to appoint a Manager Planning to lead the planning and environment team for the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) transmission project – a cornerstone of NSW's renewable energy future.
As Manager Planning, you'll oversee approvals, manage compliance and keep delivery on track by working closely with senior leaders, contractors, and government agencies.
You'll mentor and support a small team, contribute to policy development and represent the project with councils, stakeholders and the wider community.
This role offers the chance to shape a high-profile project that will deliver lasting benefits to regional NSW.

About You
You are a skilled planning professional with experience securing approvals for major infrastructure projects, ideally with knowledge of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and related NSW planning and environmental legislation.
Confident in navigating complex frameworks, you can manage competing land use interests while building strong relationships with consent authorities, referral agencies, councils and community stakeholders.
You thrive in fast-paced environments, providing clear strategic advice that balances regulatory requirements, industry investment and community outcomes.
As a collaborative leader, you are confident in guiding a small team to work alongside service providers to deliver planning outcomes efficiently.
Some regional travel to the Central-West Orana REZ project will be required to meet with councils, stakeholders and communities.
If this sounds like you – we encourage you to apply today

Essential Requirements

Relevant tertiary qualifications in the fields of planning, environmental studies, law, linear infrastructure development, renewable energy generation and/or other relevant discipline
Current Australian Drivers licence (Class C minimum) and willingness to travel

For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Planning

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

Energy Co 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, Energy Co 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 21st September 2025 at 11:55 PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Thomas Watt, Director Planning and Policy via thomas.watt@energyco.nsw.gov.au or on 02 9274 6375.

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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