Director Regulation & Compliance
Public Service Senior Executive, Band 1
· Take a lead role working with industry and policy makers to secure safe and reliable energy services for NSW customers
· Lead a team of specialists to drive a strategic approach to regulation and compliance through best practice regulation, proactive compliance and stakeholder engagement
· Central Sydney office location with flexible working conditions and hybrid working options
About the role
We are looking for a senior executive to lead regulatory and compliance oversight of NSW gas and electricity networks.
You will be responsible for leading a specialist team to identify, regulate and secure good outcomes for NSW energy consumers.
To do this you will work with external stakeholders including industry, policy makers and consumers to assess and make recommendations on operating licence conditions necessary to secure critical safety and reliability outcomes and to secure compliance with those conditions.
Reporting to the Executive Director, Regulation & Compliance you will be a key member of the divisional leadership team, and will promote a culture of strategic leadership, accountability and cross-organisational collaboration.
This role is located in IPART's Regulation & Compliance Division which oversees the regulation of public and private water utilities and energy networks in NSW and is responsible for the administration and regulation of the Energy Security Safeguard schemes.
This is a full time temporary 12-month opportunity in a recently vacated ongoing role.
Current Government employees interested in a secondment opportunity are encouraged to apply.
About you
We are looking for a strong leader with strategic vision and the ability to guide and influence a team to deliver robust outcomes.
You will:
have strong experience in regulation and compliance or risk management and be outcomes focussed
be comfortable challenging the status quo and able to constructively work with diverse teams and stakeholders who have deep technical and industry experience
need to inspire and empower colleagues through your strong communication and influencing skills and your track record of leading a team to deliver results
have an appreciation of the importance of the role an independent regulator has in getting better outcomes for the people of NSW.
While prior experience in electrical engineering or energy regulation is desirable, it is not essential.
We are looking for candidates with a strong willingness to learn and a passion for the energy sector.
The total remuneration package for this role is $223,417 to $247,520 per annum including superannuation.
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About us
The Independent Pricing & Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) makes the people of NSW better off through its independent decisions and advice.
We help people get safe and reliable services at a fair price.
IPART undertakes independent regulatory functions in the water, transport, local government and energy sectors in NSW.
We also undertake reviews and investigations into a wide range of economic and policy issues.
Our organisational values are:
Integrity and courage – we are willing to make the difficult decisions
Curiosity and openness – we seek out and develop new ideas that will improve our work
Respect and inclusion – we bring together diverse experiences and skills to generate better solutions
Making a difference – we pursue better outcomes for the people of NSW
If your values align with ours, we want to talk to you!
For more information go to Work at IPART | IPART (nsw.gov.au)
Applying for the role
Applications should include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) that addresses the requirements detailed in the Role Description and a resume (maximum 5 pages) which clearly details your skills and experience as relevant to this role.
Applications close on Wednesday 29 January 2025 at 10am.
Late applications will not be accepted.
For further information about the role please contact Kelly Kwan, Executive Director, Regulation & Compliance, at ****** or 0479 183 365.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Flexibility
IPART is proud to be an EEO Employer.
We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds including: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders; people living with disability; people from a Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) background; people who identify as LGBTQI+, people with a lived experience of mental health and people of mature age.
We want you to bring your best self to this application process.
If you feel you may require an adjustment during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our HR Team via ****** or 02 9019 1953.
Additional information
This recruitment process will include pre-employment screening
To apply for this role you must be an existing NSW Public Sector employee and an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.
This recruitment activity may result in the creation of a talent pool to fill other ongoing and temporary vacancies for similar roles within IPART.
Placement in the talent pool remains valid for 18 months.
Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.
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