Manager Policy

Join us in driving impactful change by transforming the NSW electricity system_
- **2 x Temporary 4 year full-time roles at 35 hours per week with FlexTime**:

- **Located in Newcastle or Central Coast for the Hunter-Central Coast REZ**:

- **Located in Tamworth or Armidale for the New England REZ**:

- **Hybrid working from home and office supported**:

- **Salary range from $139,787 to $161,663 plus super and leave loading**

EnergyCo 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 EnergyCo NSW Planning and Communities Branch is currently seeking to appoint a Manager Policy for the Hunter Central Coast REZ and a Manager Policy for the New England REZ.

The Manager Policy plays an important role in supporting the development and implementation of strategic policies and guidelines related to community, social and land use planning considerations associated with the role out of REZs in regional NSW communities. This role will engage widely across EnergyCo, NSW Government agencies and community stakeholders with a focus on delivering positive outcomes and maximising opportunities for regional communities during the transition to renewable energy.

The implementation of robust engagement strategies and development of policies that integrate within existing regulatory frameworks, and local and State government planning processes, is an essential role of the Corporation in leading the delivery of the State's REZs and ensuring that benefits are shared with regional communities.

The Manager Policy will work with senior executives and agency counterparts to lead the development of innovative policies and guidelines that support viable business opportunities for renewable energy projects and benefits for host communities.

**About You**

To be successful in the role, you will have an understanding and/or lived experience of the priorities and issues affecting regional and rural communities.

You will have demonstrated professional experience developing policy or program advice, with preference given to experience in the context of infrastructure project development/delivery or strategic/environmental planning.

As a leader with strong communication and engagement skills, you will have the demonstrated experience in developing strong stakeholder relationships in the delivery of major programs, initiatives or infrastructure projects in regional settings.

**Essential Requirements**
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in the fields of environmental planning, law, renewable energy generation, energy markets, land use management 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 Policy

**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**

**Applications close Sunday 20 October 2024 at 11:55pm.**
- 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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