Inspector Electrolysis & Corrosion Protection

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW

Working to protect the states environment and heritage.

Opportunity to use your technical expertise to protect critical infrastructure from corrosion for communities throughout NSW

• Ongoing full-time at 35 hours per week plus Flextime
• Located at Parramatta with hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $133348 to $146945 super and leave loading

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Electrolysis and Corrosion Protection (ECP) team where you will play a key role in protecting the safety reliability and resilience of NSWs critical infrastructure. You will provide specialist technical advice and regulatory oversight to support the NSW Governments responsibilities under the Corrosion Protection Regulation 2020 working closely with infrastructure asset owners industry bodies and government stakeholders.

The role combines field inspections technical audits risk assessment and regulatory compliance while contributing to the development of the regulatory framework industry guidance research initiatives and state and national programs. Your expertise will help identify emerging electrolysis and corrosion risks promote compliance and ensure corrosion protection systems continue to safeguard public safety and energy security across NSW.

About You

You are a technically capable and collaborative professional with demonstrated knowledge of electrolysis corrosion protection systems and the risks these pose to critical infrastructure. You have experience inspecting and auditing corrosion protection systems interpreting technical reports and applying relevant standards codes and regulatory frameworks to support sound evidence-based decisions. Your analytical approach enables you to identify emerging risks and develop practical risk-based recommendations that improve safety of public and asset integrity.

You build productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and communicate technical information clearly and confidently. Comfortable working across multiple priorities you remain calm under pressure and are able to provide timely high-quality advice to support regulatory outcomes. You are committed to continuous improvement and enjoy contributing to industry forums technical committees and collaborative initiatives that strengthen corrosion protection practices across the sector.

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in the following disciplines: Chemical Electrical Process Engineering (or equivalent trade qualifications and experience) or;
• Trade qualifications in electrotechnology with experience in the utilities or related industry.

For more information read the full Role Description:Inspector Electrolysis & Corrosion Protection

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water(DCCEEW) works to protect the states environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy powered by affordable reliable and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the states natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state to support the environment communities and industry.

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 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.

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 Monday 27 July 2026 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Chee Chan Manager Electrolysis and Corrosion Protection at or on.

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.

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