Manager First Nations Project Engagement - Aboriginal Identified

Join us in driving impactful change by transforming the NSW electricity system!

• 2 x Manager First Nations Project Engagement temporary fulltime roles with Hunter Transmission Project and New England REZ.
• Exciting opportunities up to late 2029/early 2030!
• 35 hours per week plus FlexTime plus Hybrid working from home and office supported
• Based in Sydney, Newcastle, Hunter or New England region with regular travel required.
• Salary range from $154,231 to $178,369 plus super and leave loading

• Tertiary qualifications in relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• Capacity and willingness to travel to regional locations and to work outside standard business hours as required.
• This is an identified role under section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role. Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the Anti-discrimination Act 1977 for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:
• is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
• identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
• is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
  
  

For more information read the full Role Description:Manager First Nations Project Engagement (Identified)

Who we are?
The Energy Corporation of NSW (EnergyCo) is a statutory corporation established under the Energy and Utilities Administration Act 1987 and governed by its Board, appointed by the Minister for Energy.  EnergyCo is a Staff Agency employing all EnergyCo staff and is an agency related to the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW).

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.

Yarning Circle
We will be arranging a virtual yarning circle on 14^th October to provide an opportunity to chat about the role and the process. Please email Amy Clifton via amy.clifton@dcceew.nsw.gov.au to register your interest. 

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 25th October 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Cleo Andrews via cleo.andrews@energyco.nsw.gov.au up to Friday 9^th October COB. From Monday 12^th October, please contact the Hiring Manager, Damien Wilson via damien.wilson@energyco.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.

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• How we encourage and support people with disability 
• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

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 Amy Clifton, Talent Acquisition Specialist on amy.clifton@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 02 49273146 (please mention reference number 552817).

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to 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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Advertised: 28 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 25 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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