Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
Join our dynamic team and play a key role in shaping industry standards while providing top-notch service and guidance in a rapidly evolving sector!
- Temporary until June 2027 – with possibility of conversion to ongoing
- Full-time (35 hours per week)
- Office location – Parramatta
- Hybrid and flexible working supported
- Clerk Grade 9/10; salary ranges from $129,464 - $142,665 plus superannuation
Our DCCEEW Energy Infrastructure Division is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Policy Officer to provide strategic policy, technical and project advice that will inform decision-making for the Accredited Service Provider (ASP) Scheme and to support the ASP Scheme Advisory Committee.
The ASP Scheme accredits organisations to perform contestable work on the NSW electricity distribution network. It gives consumers who need to connect to the network access to a competent and competitive market of service providers. The ASP Scheme ensures customers have the right to have this work done by suitably accredited companies and their qualified staff. This promotes the competitive provision of services while ensuring that essential safety procedures are followed and other technical requirements are observed. You can read more about the Scheme here.
About the Role
This role takes the lead in the strategic policy and ASP Scheme Rules development as well as relevant strategic regulatory and legislative developments on behalf of the ASP Scheme. This includes to:
- Prepare briefings and advice in response to Ministerial/ Executive and Manager requests
- Prepare timely and accurate briefings, papers, submissions, Ministerial and other correspondence, speeches and reports in relation to the work of the ASP Scheme.
- Establish and maintain stakeholder relationships through effective communication, negotiation and issues management to engage stakeholders and ensure project deliverables are met
About You
Ideally you are a good mix of being detail-oriented, but also personable and approachable as well as forward thinking. You have a good understanding of how legal and policy frameworks work, and you excel in working out how to achieve policy and legal outcomes and changes effectively. In addition, you should be confident in providing clear and accurate advice to stakeholders and handling inquiries with professionalism and with a smile.
We’re looking for someone with a solid grounding in legal concepts, whether through a law degree or significant experience applying legislation and regulatory frameworks in practice. While you don’t need to be a practising lawyer, you will need more than introductory coursework to succeed in this role.
Essential Requirements
- A background in law, legal studies, or regulatory frameworks
- Demonstrated experience in policy work within government (ideally NSW)
- Demonstrated experience in effective stakeholder engagement
Desirable
- Knowledge or exposure in the Electricity Supply Industry
For more information read the full Role Description: 
Senior Policy Officer ASP Scheme ECCS Ckl Gde 9-10 RD.docx
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 on Sunday 19th October 2025 at 11:55PM.
For further information or for an initial conversation in confidence about the role please contact Markus Meier-Lindner at markus.meier-lindner@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 0439 489 199.
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.nsws.gov.au or contacting (Recruiter’s name) on 0400 000 000 (please mention reference number XXXX).
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