Manager Community & Engagement

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

Lead the community engagement team on one of NSW’s most critical infrastructure projects while supporting the transformation of the State’s electricity system

 

• Manager Community and Engagement – Hunter Transmission Project
• Join a talent pool for future opportunities across EnergyCo's major infrastructure projects in other regional NSW locations of the same role or role type
• Temporary full-time opportunity to January 2030, working 35 hours per week with FlexTime provisions.
• Based in Sydney, Newcastle, or the Hunter region, with regular weekly travel required.
• Hybrid working arrangement, combining office-based and remote working. (Note that applicants from other regional locations are encouraged to apply for a talent pool for future opportunities)
• Competitive salary package of $154,231 – $178369, plus superannuation and annual leave loading.

 

About EnergyCo
The Energy Corporation of NSW (EnergyCo) is leading NSW's transition to renewable energy, delivering the infrastructure needed to provide reliable, affordable and clean electricity to homes and businesses across the state as ageing coal-fired power stations approach retirement.

About the Opportunity
This is a unique opportunity to help shape some of NSW's most significant transmission infrastructure projects.

As Manager Community and Engagement, you will lead community and stakeholder engagement for the Hunter Transmission Project. You will build trusted relationships with local communities, landholders, councils, government agencies, industry and project partners, ensuring community perspectives are understood and considered throughout project planning and delivery.
This is a fast-paced, high-profile role that offers regular opportunities to represent EnergyCo at community events, stakeholder meetings and industry forums across regional NSW. While the position may be based in Sydney, Newcastle or the Hunter, regular weekly travel between Sydney and the Hunter is required.

In addition, EnergyCo is establishing a talent pool for future Manager Community and Engagement opportunities across its portfolio of projects. As projects progress, additional roles are expected to become available including in regional locations throughout NSW.

About You
You are a relationship-focused communications and engagement leader who enjoys being out in the field, building trust and maintaining strong relationships with landowners, impacted communities and other key stakeholders.
You have experience leading engagement on major linear infrastructure or energy projects and are confident working with local councils, Mayors, MPs, Aboriginal stakeholders, government agencies and delivery partners to manage issues, build understanding and achieve positive outcomes.
A strong communicator and trusted adviser, you combine strategic thinking with a practical, on-the-ground approach. You are comfortable developing engagement strategies and providing quality advice, while also spending time in communities, listening to concerns and building relationships that support project success.

Regular travel is an important part of this role, and you'll enjoy engaging directly with communities and stakeholders across the Hunter region to ensure local perspectives are heard and considered.

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in communications or other relevant discipline and/or equivalent relevant experience.
• Capacity and willingness to travel to regional locations, and to work outside of core business hours in the morning, evening and on weekends.
  
  

For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Community and Engagement

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.

To Apply
If you’re excited by the opportunity to help delivery critical energy infrastructure and build strong relationships with communities across NSW, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit:

• A current resume; and
• A cover letter outlining your interest in the role and how your skills and experience align with the requirements.

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 Sunday 26th July 2026 at 11:55PM.

Contact and Further Information
Should you require further information about the role please contact Jack Hunter via jack.hunter@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.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

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• 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 551396).

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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