Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Leading the way on Climate Change for NSW
- Key role leading the reduction of carbon emissions across NSW
- Make a lasting impact on NSW sustainable future
- Parramatta location preferred | Flexible working options available
- Band 2 Executive Level: TRP commencing from $305,860
The Energy, Climate Change and Sustainability (ECCS) division within the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is currently seeking to appoint an Executive Director Industry Decarbonisation to join their senior executive leadership team.
The Executive Director Industry Decarbonisation leads the strategic, policy development and operational management of initiatives to transform the carbon intensity of NSW industries, including high emitting sectors such as primary industries, manufacturing and mining. The role provides high level strategic advice to the Minister, Secretary and Deputy Secretary to inform decision making to drive industry uptake of low-emission technologies and practices, facilitate investment in decarbonisation and new low-emission industries, and demonstrate the benefits of low-carbon industry practices.
About You
To be successful in this position, you will be a strong people leader with strong technical expertise in the carbon industry. Specifically, you will be an industry-expert in carbon-related policies, strategies and programs. You will demonstrate strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills with stakeholders both internal and external to NSW government as well as having sound knowledge of effective carbon emission reduction schemes both domestically and internationally.
Other key skills and experience include but are not limited to:
- Lead and direct the prioritisation, development, implementation and review of policies and programs to ensure that the long-term competitiveness of NSW industry is supported by decarbonisation of high emitting industries and transition to a low carbon economy, including for hard-to-abate industries
- Develop, apply, manage and adjust finance, market and investment mechanisms to enable carbon abatement in the land management sector and to stimulate demand for low carbon products using government agency offtake
- Represent the agency to lead and direct consultation, collaboration and negotiation with stakeholders from the manufacturing, heavy industry and renewable fuels sectors on complex and highly sensitive carbon reduction approaches
- Analyse, consult and develop strategic and operational approaches to decarbonisation for primary industries and land management sectors, with particular emphasis on working collaboratively with Aboriginal community land managers
- Lead the provision of timely, expert and authoritative advice and recommendations to the Minister and Executive on the delivery of policy, regulatory, education, engagement and operational programs and associated contentious issues
- Provide technical direction, coaching and peer review to the Industry Decarbonisation team, and implement developmental strategies to build capability and capacity to support effective performance and individual improvement
- Contribute as a member of the ECCS leadership team to strategic and business planning, ensuring implications for strategic initiatives, critical legislative requirements, government targets and performance are represented and considered, and that integrated and efficient products, services and advice are delivered
- Lead and coordinate cross-departmental processes and performance on grants and funding mechanisms, collaborating with Executive members to drive a consistent approach, monitor process effectiveness and efficiency and support alignment with organisational goals and priorities
Essential Requirements
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent relevant experience
For more information read the full Role Description: Executive Director Industry Decarbonisation
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 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 Wednesday 20th of November 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 on 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.
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.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au contacting Michael Brown on 0418 696 254.
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn
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