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

Ensuring a sustainable NSW through climate change and energy action, water management, environment and heritage conservation and protection.

• One (1) Ongoing Full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity.
• Parramatta office location, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $134,421 to $148,239 pa plus super

Why join us?

• Work on high‑impact programs that contribute to climate change action and sustainability outcomes
• Be part of a values‑driven organisation focused on public benefit
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture
• Professional development opportunities and meaningful career pathways

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially‑minded Senior Project Officer to support the design, implementation and delivery of the NSW Clean Technology Innovation Program.

In this role, you will lead the development and management of targeted clean technology initiatives that support businesses to progress innovative technologies from research through to demonstration and early commercial deployment.

You will work closely with industry, research organisations and government partners to deliver grant programs and complementary activities that accelerate emissions reduction, strengthen domestic clean technology capability and deliver strong value for public investment.

You will play a key role in ensuring funded projects are well‑governed, technically credible and aligned with NSW Government climate, net zero and industry objectives, while navigating complex stakeholder, policy and delivery environments.

What you’ll do

You’re a proactive project leader who is comfortable operating at the intersection of innovation, policy and delivery.

You’ll manage clean technology initiatives from program design through to contract management and acquittal, ensuring they are evidence‑based, commercially informed and deliver measurable outcomes for NSW. This includes:

• Managing a portfolio of funded innovation projects, overseeing contracting, milestones, payments, risk management and compliance across diverse technology areas and proponents
• Working closely with industry, researchers and other government agencies to assess technical readiness, commercial potential and co-funding opportunities aligned to Technology Readiness Level and commercialisation pathways
• Supporting, designing and delivering clean technology grant programs and related initiatives, including guidelines, assessment frameworks, business cases, governance and reporting arrangements
• Using data, evaluation and market intelligence to monitor performance, support continuous improvement and inform future clean technology program and policy development

For more information read the full Role Description: Role Description - Senior Project Officer Programs

Demonstrated experience sought:

• Relevant degree in Science, Technology, Engineering and/or Mathematics (STEM), and/or minimum 5 years working in a field related to innovative technology development.
• Thorough contract management experience, including complex funding deed construction with Legal experts, and commercial negotiations with multi-million-dollar technology stakeholders.
• Deep knowledge of research, development and commercialisation stages including knowledge of the Technological Readiness Level (TRL) and Commercialisation Readiness Index (CRI) and how they apply within the NSW and Australian context.
• Experience managing multi-million-dollar grant rounds from design to acquittal, including the use of Grants Management Systems including Smarty Grants.

Should you require further information about the role please contact James Erickson, Manager Programs via james.erickson@dcceew.nsw.gov.au   

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.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.  

Applications close Monday 4^th May 2026 (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.

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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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 Amanda Paterson on 02 6360 9017 (please mention reference number 548519).

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