Manager, Policy and Regulatory Affairs

Overview

Position Title : Manager, Policy and Regulatory Affairs

Location and Working Type : Melbourne, VIC or Sydney, NSW – Hybrid

Job Type : Full-Time

Join the Clean Energy Revolution!

Are you ready to shape the future of sustainable energy? Hydrostor, a pioneer in Advanced Compressed Air Energy Storage (A-CAES) systems, is seeking a dynamic Manager, Policy and Regulatory Affairs to support our charge in Australia. We’re enabling the energy transition to a cleaner, more reliable electricity grid, and invite you to be at the forefront of this groundbreaking journey.

Why Hydrostor?

Our cutting-edge A-CAES technology is uniquely positioned to revolutionize the energy landscape. Join us as we lead the way in shaping a greener, more sustainable future.

Your Mission

As a Manager, Policy and Regulatory Affairs at Hydrostor, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our regulatory and government affairs initiatives in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. Reporting directly to the Senior Director, Regulatory and Government Affairs, you will lead efforts in coordinating the company’s engagement with government, regulators, and industry stakeholders. This role is integral to our project development activities, fostering positive relationships with key stakeholders and contributing to shaping energy policy and regulatory frameworks that enable the deployment of long-duration energy storage projects. You will work closely with our development team in Australia and collaborate with teams globally to advance our mission of providing sustainable energy solutions.

Your Day-to-Day Adventures

• Assist in developing and implementing strategies to influence energy policy and regulatory outcomes aligned with Hydrostor’s business objectives in Australia and potential Asia-Pacific markets.
• Contribute to Hydrostor’s participation in regulatory consultations, rule changes, and submissions. Track and analyse policy developments and provide briefings to internal team.
• Support relationship management with government departments, regulatory bodies (e.g. AEMC, AER), market operators (e.g. AEMO), and industry associations.
• Ensure compliance with lobbying and government participation requirements.
• Liaise with the External Communications team to implement communication strategies.
• Work closely with internal teams including commercial, legal, and technical to ensure regulatory considerations are integrated into project planning and execution. Coordinate with the Toronto-based policy and regulatory team to ensure consistency in advocacy objectives.
• Handle ad hoc requests and other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

We are seeking an experienced and motivated individual with a proactive attitude and strong interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will demonstrate initiative, accountability, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Critical thinking, good judgment, and excellent communication skills are essential. Experience in regulatory / government affairs within the energy sector, along with media and public relations skills, is required. The successful candidate will be adaptable, able to navigate ambiguity and excel in relationship management.

What You Bring

To Apply

To apply for this position, submit your resume to careers@hydrostor.ca with the subject line Manager, Policy and Regulatory Affairs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected to move forward in the interview process will be contacted.

For more information on Hydrostor and the exciting journey we’re on visit our website at www.hydrostor.ca

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Hydrostor, we know that fostering an inclusive workplace, which values diversity, inclusion, and belonging is paramount to our success.

To fulfill our mission, we need people who come from all backgrounds and walks of life, who bring diverse perspectives with wide-ranging experiences, and who share in our common passion to drive innovation and change the global energy landscape.

Hydrostor proudly embraces the principles of equal opportunity and inclusion. We are committed to providing opportunities for all employees and candidates. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental, pregnancy, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status protected by applicable law.

Hydrostor is committed to making our application and interview process accessible to everyone, and we encourage applications from people with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation at any stage, please contact us at careers@hydrostor.ca. In your application, we welcome you to specify your preferred pronouns (e.g. she / her / hers, he / him / his, they / them / theirs, etc.)

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