Join the team at Sydney Water as a Senior Energy Advisor! Based at our Potts Hill office, make a real difference to our environmental and business outcomes by driving energy efficiency programs, developing energy strategy and managing our energy supply contracts - changing the way we purchase power.
Your day-to-day:
- Contract Management: Monitor and optimize Sydney Water's electricity and energy supply contracts to enhance financial outcomes and minimize risks.
- Program Development: Analyse and contribute to the development and implementation of energy efficiency, carbon net zero, demand management, and information systems.
- Expert Advice: Provide expert analysis and advice on energy management, including regulatory compliance, strategy, and planning to improve business, customer, and environmental results.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to quality standards and legislative requirements, including managing certifications, approvals, licenses, permits, auditing, and reporting.
- Advisory Services: Apply established procedures and processes to offer energy management advice, set priorities, and manage workload effectively.
- Stakeholder Relations: Foster strong stakeholder relationships, resolve complex issues, and represent Sydney Water at industry bodies while promoting our achievements.
About You:
- 7 years’ experience in the management of natural resources to inform service provision and infrastructure planning and delivery
- Tertiary qualification in Business, Natural Resource, Environmental Management, Energy Engineering, Resource Economics, Science or a related discipline
- Sound knowledge of, and experience with major water utility and functions of water / wastewater treatment and pumping (or similar operating context)
- Technical knowledge of, and experience in implementing, renewable energy generation technologies and energy conservation and greenhouse gas mitigation initiatives
We support you through the application process and can modify as needed – let us know what you need. For more information, you can contact recruitment@sydneywater.com.au
Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.
Does this sound like you? Apply now. Closing date: May 19th 2025 at 11.59 AEST
Why join us
At Sydney Water, your work will make a real difference in people’s lives—and your own. With diverse projects and roles, you'll find ample career growth opportunities. At Sydney Water, we actively seek and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and individuality., fostering a safe environment where everyone can thrive and shape impactful community projects. We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career progression among our many benefits.
Dive into Our Great Benefits:
Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being.
Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance.
Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.
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