2 x Senior Policy Officer, Programs
Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Play a pivotal role in driving industry decarbonisation and innovation policy to accelerate NSW’s transition to net zero emissions.
- Ongoing and Temporary opportunities (until January 2027) with potential to converting to ongoing
- Full time (35 hours per week) – flexible working available
- Office location - Parramatta, hybrid working supported
- Environment Officer Class 10 - Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $134,421 to $148,239 + super
The Business and Industry Decarbonisation Division leads initiatives to reduce carbon emissions of NSW across high-emitting and hard-to-abate sectors including built environment, land and primary industries, manufacturing, mining and heavy transport.
We are responsible for strategic delivery of policies, projects and programs to drive uptake of low-emission technologies and practices, facilitate investment in decarbonisation and new low-emission industries, and demonstrate the benefits of low-carbon practices across these sectors.
Our Industry, Policy and Engagement Branch is currently seeking to appoint 2 x Senior Policy Officer, Programs to drive high-impact policy and shape strategic decision-making to support industry decarbonisation. Responsible for leading complex projects and delivering expert policy and legislative advice – you will be supporting NSW’s transition to a net zero future!
Role 1: Senior Policy Officer, Programs (Decarbonisation Innovation Policy team) Temporary through to Jan 2027 (with potential for extension/convert to ongoing)
The Decarbonisation Innovation Policy team leads cross-government and market engagement, policy advice and strategy development relating to decarbonisation innovation. We support the decarbonisation ecosystem and the research, development and commercialisation of decarbonising technology solutions needed for industry to transition to net zero.
This role is responsible for leading end-to-end project management and policy development across a range of initiatives, with a focus on decarbonisation skills and training and growing the decarbonisation innovation ecosystem. It involves developing and implementing project plans, managing budgets and risks, and ensuring timely delivery of outcomes aligned with agency standards.
The position provides high-level policy advice on a range of decarbonisation innovation issues, prepares Ministerial and executive briefings, and supports evidence-based decision-making. Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and analytical skills are essential to drive continuous improvement and deliver impactful results.
Role 2: Senior Policy Officer, Programs role 2 (Industry Decarbonisation Policy team) Ongoing
The Industry Decarbonisation Policy team leads cross-government and market engagement, policy advice and strategy development relating to industrial decarbonisation. We support the transition to net zero for the high-emitting manufacturing and mining sectors to reduce carbon emissions and foster economic growth.
This role is responsible for leading end-to-end project management and policy development across a range of initiatives, with a focus on industrial decarbonisation. It involves developing and implementing project plans, managing budgets and risks, and ensuring timely delivery of outcomes aligned with agency standards.
The position provides high-level policy advice on a range of industry decarbonisation issues, prepares Ministerial and executive briefings, and supports evidence-based decision-making. Strong stakeholder engagement, written and verbal communication, and analytical skills are essential to drive continuous improvement and deliver impactful results.
About you
We are looking for someone:
- To bring their strong policy experience, from within the NSW Government or similar organisation.
- Experienced as a strategic thinker, able to develop ideas to solve complex policy problems.
- Who has experience engaging with a range of stakeholders with differing perspectives.
- Who has a degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent relevant experience.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Policy Officer Programs ECCS EO10
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.
In your cover letter, please clearly note whether your application is for Role 1: Senior Policy Officer, Programs (Decarbonisation Innovation Policy team) or Role 2: Senior Policy Officer, Programs (Industry Decarbonisation Policy team) or both.
Applications close Sunday 30 November 2025 at 11:55PM.
For Role 1: Senior Policy Officer, Programs (Decarbonisation Innovation Policy team), should you require further information about the role please contact Lisa Trinh via lisa.trinh@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.
For Role 2: Senior Policy Officer, Programs (Industry Decarbonisation Policy team), should you require further information about the role please contact Ella Weisbrot via ella.weisbrot@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.
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 or contacting (Mark McGarry) on 0434028777 (please mention reference number XXXX).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn.
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