Senior Project Officer Programs

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

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

• Join a high-performing team dedicated to advancing the energy transformation journey for consumers. We champion sustainability, energy efficiency, and long-term environmental stewardship, delivering innovative solutions that drive measurable impact.

• Ongoing and Full-time (35 hours per week)

• Office location – Parramatta
• Clerk Grade 9/10 - Salary ranges from $129,464 - $142,665 + super

The Community Energy Delivery team is currently looking for a Senior Project Officer who has an interest in shaping a cleaner, smarter energy future for the NSW community. You will be involved in the delivery of high-impact programs supporting energy transformation for consumers, while upholding governance standards to maximise optimal value for public investment.

About The Role

In this dynamic role, you will lead the delivery and promotion of programs that align with government priorities, while ensuring effective governance and resource allocation.

You'll manage a diverse portfolio of projects, overseeing delivery to achieve outcomes on time and within budget, while maintaining high quality standards. Your expertise in monitoring and evaluation will drive evidence-based improvements, and you'll build strong relationships with stakeholders through effective communication and negotiation. You will also provide strategic advice on emerging issues, guiding the successful execution of programs in line within their established goals and priorities.

About You

You will be an experienced Senior Project Officer who thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Ideally you will have a background from Government or Energy, with a proven track record in achieving program objectives while managing a range of priorities.

You will excel in building effective stakeholder relationships to support collaboration, problem solving and identifying process improvements.

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrated expertise in engaging stakeholders to drive action and achieve results, with a track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Project Officer Programs ECCS

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 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 on Tuesday 2 December at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Alex Gardiner via

A recruitment pool will 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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