Manager Network Access

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

EnergyCo Policy and Strategy team is seeking a Manager Network Access to join us in designing and delivering policies that will shape the future of renewable energy in NSW.

- Ongoing fulltime role at 35 hours per week plus FlexTime

- Sydney CBD location & Hybrid working from home and office supported

- Salary range from $149,739 to $173,174 plus super and leave loading

About the Opportunity

Join a collaborative team where laughter and fun is part of the daily rhythm, and a shared desire to support the renewable energy transition. Beyond the banter, this is serious, purpose-driven work and the EnergyCo Policy and Strategy team is seeking a Manager Network Access to join us in designing and delivering policies that will shape the future of renewable energy in NSW.

You’ll lead the development, implementation, and management of access schemes within Renewable Energy Zones (REZs) to support wind, solar, and battery projects critical to mitigating climate change. Working closely with key partners – from the ASL and Energy group within DCCEEW to industry stakeholders – you’ll provide expert advice, coordinate access scheme activities, and make sure processes and systems are in place to run these schemes effectively. If you’re a natural collaborator who loves a good laugh but is deeply committed to building a cleaner energy future, this is the role for you

About You

You’re someone who thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same – flexible when things shift, quick to reprioritise, and always focused on getting things done. You’re just as comfortable designing policy as you are delivering a complex program of work, managing contracts, or advising senior stakeholders. With strong strategic thinking skills and a natural ability to build relationships, you know how to bring people together to align on direction and deliver results.

You excel at managing key stakeholder relationships and can balance long-term strategic goals with the operational demands of day-to-day delivery. In a working environment, you’re a steady hand and an influential communicator who helps keep messaging consistent and cohesive. Ideally, you’ll bring experience from the energy or government sector, but above all, you show initiative, collaborate with intent and bring a practical, “let’s make it happen” attitude to everything you do.

Essential Requirements

- Tertiary qualifications in economics, law, engineering or other relevant discipline and/or equivalent relevant experience

- Capacity and willingness to travel to regional locations, and to work outside of core business hours in the evening and on weekends.

- Current Australian Drivers licence (Class C minimum).

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 you’re 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 9th November at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Rachel Hayden, Director Network Access on rachel.hayden@energyco.nsw.gov.au or 02 8289 6424.

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 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.

- Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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- Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

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 545897).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Guide for Aboriginal Applicants to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

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