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• Key role leading NSW's energy transition
• Parramatta location | Flexible working options available
• Senior Executive Band 1: TRP commencing from $233,482
• Full-time.
  

The Energy Climate Change & Sustainability (ECCS) Group within the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water(DCCEEW) is currently seeking a strategic and experienced leader to steward NSW's electricity network and gas and fuel pipeline infrastructure policy frameworks as Director Network & Pipeline Policy.

Within DCCEEW, the newly establishedEnergy Infrastructure Divisionensures a safe, secure, and reliable electricity and gas supply through the energy transition. The Division is responsible for policy stewardship, safety and technical regulation, technical advice and managing agreements for gas and electricity infrastructure investment and operations.

About the Role

The Director, Network & Pipeline Policy plays a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of safe, secure, and reliable electricity and gas supply through the energy transition.

• Lead the stewardship and reform of NSW's economic, competition, safety, and technical policy frameworks for electricity networks and gas and fuel pipelines.
• Provide expert advice to inform NSW positions on national energy reforms.
• Deliver government interventions to support priority infrastructure projects that maintain system security in the short to medium term.
• Oversee high-performing teams managing legislation, regulation, and implementation of network and pipeline policy.
• Represent NSW in national forums and coordinate policy direction with key delivery partners including EnergyCo, AEMO Services, and the Energy Security Corporation.
• Drive reforms in transmission planning, contestability, licensing, and access arrangements.
• Modernise safety and technical regulatory frameworks to align with future infrastructure needs.
• Monitor and advise on revenue determinations, cost recovery mechanisms, and regulatory incentive schemes.
  

About You

You are a strategic leader with deep experience in the energy sector, ideally with:

• A background within electricity or gas supply infrastructure development, strategy, or regulatory affairs.
• Experience in government (state or federal), market bodies or regulated infrastructure portfolios with a clear passion for advancing the energy transition.
• Proven ability to manage large teams and complex portfolios.
• Direct experience in network or pipeline development, energy policy, or project delivery.
  
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience and training.
  

For more information read the full Role Description:Director Networks Pipelines Policy.

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 you are excited about this opportunity, 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 31 August at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Michael Brown - Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition via Michael.brown@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or 0418 696 254.

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.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• How we encourage and supportpeople with disability
• Information andadjustments for individual needsfor the recruitment process and the workplace.
  

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailingdcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.auor contacting Michael Brownviamichael.brown@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or 0418 696 254 (please mention reference number 544765).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use ourAboriginal applicants guideto assist with applying for roles or contact ourAboriginal Career pathwaysteam for a yarn.

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DCCEEW is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

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