Senior Project Officer Energy Infrastructure

Job Description

Salary ranges from $125,693 to $138,510 plus super Join us in driving impactful change by transforming the NSW electricity system! Contribute to the development and delivery of infrastructure projects transforming the NSW energy system into one that is affordable, clean and reliable for everyone Ongoing fulltime role at 35 hours per week plus FlexTime Sydney location Hybrid working from home and office supported Salary range from $125,693 to $138,510 plus super and leave loading EnergyCo NSW is spearheading the transition to renewable energy to deliver clean electricity to the people of NSW as coal-fired power stations near closure. About the Opportunity Our EnergyCo NSW Project Delivery team is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Project Officer Energy Infrastructure to join the Project Management Office (PMO). The PMO provides support to projects and coordinates governance, assurance, reporting and project control across the program. Your focus in this role on any given day could be: Supporting Project Control functional leads as required Providing PMO support and/or advice to individual projects as required Serving as PMO liaison for one or more EnergyCo stakeholders Building and maintaining strong, trusted relationships across various stakeholders Identifying opportunities to optimise project governance, assurance, reporting or control Effectively and efficiently managing and escalating risks, issues or opportunities A “sky-is-the-limit” opportunity for the ideal candidate to join EnergyCo and make a real difference by contributing to a fully funded, major program at the forefront of innovation, where you'll help shape the journey from the ground up. Be part of a fun, versatile team working across diverse projects, avoiding the daily grind and driving meaningful change every step of the way. About You To excel in this role, you will bring demonstrated expertise in mega-and complex infrastructure project management and delivery. Your project control skills encompass scheduling, cost control, cost forecasting and risk management. Your proficiency with the standard suite of project controls tools, like Primavera, are an essential part of your contribution. You are adept at maintaining risk registers and facilitating risk workshops. With strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, you thrive in stakeholder-facing roles, confidently managing expectations and leading meetings with senior stakeholders. Your ability to gather, analyse and interpret information, deliver clear reports, and navigate competing priorities enables you to drive outcomes aligned with EnergyCo’s ambitious energy transition goals. Collaborative and pragmatic, you balance risks, resources, and deliverables while providing timely, strategic advice on complex challenges. Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience. EnergyCo plays a pivotal role in the NSW Government’s Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap, which aims to transform the state’s electricity system into one that is cheap, clean, and reliable. As Infrastructure Planner under the Electricity Infrastructure Investment Act 2020, EnergyCo is responsible for leading the delivery of the State’s first five Renewable Energy Zones (REZs) and the first two priority transmission infrastructure projects (PTIPs), which are located in the Central-West Orana, New England, South West, Hunter-Central Coast, and Illawarra regions. We work closely with communities, investors, and industry to investigate, plan, recommend and coordinate generation, storage and network infrastructure projects. 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 Tuesday 11 February at 11:55PM. Should you require further information about the role please contact Keiron Burchell, Director Project Management Office on (emailprotected) 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 (emailprotected) or contacting Amy Clifton on (emailprotected) (please mention reference number 540756). #J-18808-Ljbffr