Help unlock private capital and fast-track the clean energy infrastructure NSW needs—today and for the future.
- Ongoing, Full-Time (35 hours per week) opportunity
- Located within the Sydney CBD, hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $149,739 up to $173,174 pa plus super
The Energy Security Corporation (ESC) is seeking to appoint a highly capable and experienced Program Manager to provide operational oversight and ensure the effective delivery of programs within the Consumer Energy Investments function.
This role is responsible for enabling disciplined, data-driven program management and supporting informed decision-making across a portfolio of consumer energy investment initiatives.
The successful candidate will operate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and contribute to the delivery of high-quality outcomes through strong governance, analytical rigour, and effective stakeholder engagement.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Laurence Street, General Counsel, via Laurence.street@escorp.nsw.gov.au
About You
The successful candidate will bring significant experience in program or project management within a complex and regulated environment ideally within the energy or climate change sector.
You will demonstrate strong analytical capability, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate findings into meaningful insights and recommendations that support effective decision-making.
You will possess highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to prepare clear, concise, and impactful materials for senior executive audiences. Your approach will be collaborative and consultative, enabling you to build and sustain effective stakeholder relationships across all levels of the organisation.
In addition, you will have strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the capacity to manage multiple concurrent priorities and deliver outcomes within tight timeframes. A commitment to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and maintaining high standards of service delivery will underpin your approach to your work.
Essential Requirements –
- Energy and climate change sector experience, preferably in consumer energy program delivery.
- Demonstrated experience in monitoring overall program performance against program deployment plans and negotiating & influencing key stakeholders to support service excellence.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated experience working with contract management procedures and policies to facilitate efficient service delivery.
- Experienced in coordinating stakeholder meetings and working groups.
- Ability to work proactively and autonomously to undertake work tasks, apply judgment to escalate issues when appropriate.
- Demonstrated experience in project management, including planning and scheduling.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
For more information read the full Role Description: Role Description - Program Manager Consumer Energy
Who we are
The Energy Security Corporation (ESC) is an NSW government-backed clean energy investor with a clear public mandate: to accelerate investment in large-scale storage, networks, consumer energy resources and enabling infrastructure to support a reliable and secure electricity system for New South Wales. Our role is to unlock private capital by co-investing in clean energy projects. With flexible financing tools, we help close investment gaps and move priority projects forward.
Through targeted, catalytic investment, we are accelerating the delivery of critical energy projects and securing the electricity system New South Wales needs, now and into the future.
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 Friday 3rd July 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.
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 Amanda Paterson, Talent Acquisition Specialist on 02 6360 9017 (please mention reference number 551100).
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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