Director Consumer Policy

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 224,000 - 274,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is seeking a Director Consumer Policy to lead a transformative policy agenda for NSW energy consumers. The role provides strategic leadership across major initiatives and oversees policy, program and legislative reforms to move NSW toward a net-zero emissions future.

The role requires deep policy expertise, strong stakeholder engagement, and the ability to navigate political environments to deliver durable consumer benefits.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline or relevant equivalent experience in policy development for consumer energy or energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead a transformative policy agenda to deliver affordable, equitable, and sustainable energy outcomes for NSW consumers.
• Oversee policy, program and legislative reforms to support the economy-wide transition to net zero emissions.
• Drive the NSW Built Environment Sector Plan for DCCEEW and align with NSW Government energy, climate and economic objectives.

Skills

Policy leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Policy advisory

Education

Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline

Job description

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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Temporary role to September 2027 - full-time at 35 hours per week
• Located in Parramatta with hybrid working supported
• TRP from $248,905 commensurate with skills and experience.
  

Our Consumer Energy team is currently seeking to appoint a Director Consumer Policy to lead a transformative policy agenda to deliver affordable, equitable, and sustainable energy outcomes for NSW consumers.

The role provides strategic leadership and expert advice across major national and NSW initiatives - including overseeing and governing actions under the $290 million Consumer Energy Strategy - and ensures NSW remains a national leader in energy policy. During FY27, this role will also drive the development of the NSW Built Environment Sector Plan for DCCEEW, ensuring alignment with NSW Government energy, climate and economic objectives.

The role oversees policy, program and legislative reforms to support the economy-wide transition to net zero emissions and improve consumer outcomes through the delivery of evidence-based, innovative, and forward-looking policy solutions.

About You

You are a strategic and influential policy leader with extensive experience leading complex consumer energy policy development, reform and implementation at an executive level. You bring a strong understanding of the energy sector, regulatory environments and government governance frameworks, coupled with sound financial, budget and resource management expertise.

You thrive in fast-paced and politically sensitive environments, providing clear, evidence-based advice on complex issues while balancing competing priorities and stakeholder interests. A skilled communicator and negotiator, you build trusted relationships across government, industry and community sectors to achieve consensus and deliver meaningful outcomes.

You are comfortable navigating ambiguity, managing risk and driving innovative policy solutions that deliver long-term benefits for consumers while supporting government objectives and the transition to a more sustainable energy future.

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline or relevant equivalent experience in policy development for consumer energy or energy sector.
  

For more information read the full Role Description: Director Consumer Policy

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.

The Department’s Energy, Climate Change and Sustainability Group leads strategic policy, programs and major initiatives on climate change, renewable energy, energy reliability and affordability, and environmental sustainability.

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 Wednesday 21 October 2026 at 11:55pm.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Peter Seaman at [e-mail].

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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