- Lead regulatory and compliance oversight across the NSW energy sector, supporting sustainable, safe and reliable outcomes for the people of NSW
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Provide strategic leadership to a specialist team addressing complex regulatory challenges
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Drive a forward looking, risk-based approach that strengthens and shapes the future of energy regulation in NSW
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Central Sydney location with flexible working arrangements
About the role
We are currently recruiting for two ongoing Director roles within our Regulation & Compliance division:
Energy Networks Regulation – lead a specialist team overseeing licensing, compliance and stakeholder engagement across NSW’s electricity networks, requiring experience in regulatory decision making, stakeholder engagement, and licensing or infrastructure regulation.
Energy Sustainability Schemes – lead a specialist team overseeing accredited providers’ compliance through audits and investigations, requiring expertise in compliance monitoring, assurance frameworks, and regulatory investigations and enforcement.
Reporting to the Executive Director, Regulation & Compliance, you will provide strategic leadership on regulatory matters, ensuring IPART’s approach is forward looking, risk-based and focused on delivering strong outcomes for the people of NSW, while minimising unnecessary regulatory burden.
You will engage with co‑regulators and policy makers to share insights, and provide expert advice to the Tribunal and its Committees to support robust, impartial decision making.
As a key member of the divisional leadership team, you will contribute to strategic direction, foster cross‑organisational collaboration, and ensure a coordinated, effective approach to regulation and compliance across IPART.
About you
You are an experienced senior leader with strong judgement and a focus on delivering outcomes in complex regulatory environments.
You bring:
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Demonstrated experience in regulation and compliance, risk management, or a related discipline
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The ability to apply systems thinking and navigate complex policy, technical and stakeholder issues
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Strong leadership capability, including setting clear direction, prioritising work programs and developing high-performing teams
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Highly developed communication and influencing skills, including the ability to engage with senior stakeholders and technical experts
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An understanding of the role of an independent regulator and commitment to delivering public value for the people of NSW
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Experience in the energy sector is desirable but not essential. We welcome applicants with a strong willingness to learn and a genuine interest in improving energy outcomes in NSW.
These are ongoing, full time Band 1 Public Service Senior Executive (PSSE) roles. Remuneration will be determined in line with this Band 1 range, considering relevant skills and experience.
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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:
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Integrity and courage – we are willing to make the difficult decisions
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Curiosity and openness – we seek out and develop new ideas that will improve our work
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Respect and inclusion – we bring together diverse experiences and skills to generate better solutions
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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 about working at IPART visit www.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.
You must also separately address each of the following Target Questions (300-word limit per question). Please note failure to provide a response to these questions may limit your application progressing to the next stage.
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Please indicate which role(s) you are applying for.
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Describe your relevant experience and how it aligns with the role(s) selected in target question 1.
Applications close Wednesday 8th July 2026 at 10.00am. Late applications will not be accepted.
For further information about the role please contact Kelly Kwan, Executive Director Regulation & Compliance at
[email protected].
A talent pool may also be established from this recruitment process. Candidates assessed as suitable may be considered for future ongoing or temporary opportunities at the same level as they arise over the next 18 months.
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 Islander people/s; 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; veterans, 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
[email protected] or 02 9372 9178.
Additional information
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This recruitment process will include pre-employment screening.
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To apply for this role you must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport
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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.
