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

Working to build a sustainable future.

• Share your industry expertise to shape NSW practices!
• Permanent full-time opportunity
• Parramatta - Hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $125,693.00 to $138,510.00 + super

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment, and Water (DCCEEW) is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable professional to join our team as a Senior Technical Advisor - Electricity Networks. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute your expertise in the electricity network industry while shaping the development of critical industry standards and practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide subject matter expertise on the safe and reliable operation of electricity networks, customer connections, service equipment, and solar/battery installations.
• Provide input to ministerial and departmental communications in matters regarding electricity networks, the accredited service provider (ASP) scheme and electricity network safety issues.
• Manage electricity industry forums, including the NSW Service and Installation Rules committee, NSW Industry Safety Steering Committee (ISSC) and interagency/internal working groups.
• Provide technical input to policy teams, particularly in the area of consumer energy policy (solar, battery, microgrids, community batteries and other consumer energy resources) development.
• Acting as the Department's point of contact for policy teams and external enquiries regarding electricity industry standards and practices.

About You

To be successful in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Extensive knowledge and experience in electricity networks, customer connections/service equipment, the NSW Service and Installation Rules, and the ASP Scheme while relevant experience with solar and battery installations is also highly desirable.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills, with the ability to work across multiple committees and working groups to achieve common goals.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly the ability to convey complex technical matters in clear, accessible language for non-technical audiences.

Why Join Us

This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in a role that influences the future of the electricity industry. You will be part of a dynamic and supportive team, where your contributions will directly impact the safety, reliability, and development of the NSW electricity network.

If you’re passionate about shaping industry standards and have a strong technical background, we encourage you to apply.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Technical Advisor Electricity

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 interested in this role, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role, addressing the capabilities.

Mandatory requirement

Please reach out to the position contact, Andrew Loukopoulos at andrew.loukopoulos@dpie.nsw.gov.au or on 0408 644 828 before applying, or Kathy Staggs (Hiring Manager) on 0404 843 926. If you cannot get through, leave a brief text message informing the reason for your call and you will be contacted as soon as possible.

Applications close 27 April 2025 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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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsws.gov.au or contacting Jessica Tan on 0447 078 770 (please mention reference number 542120).

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