Senior Environmental Officer

Are you enthusiastic, have a passion for the environment, and are interested in becoming a Senior Environmental Officer (PO3) for the Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI)? If yes, we want to hear from you
Environmental Officers work within the Environmental Services and Regulation (ESR) division of DETSI.
The division provides targeted, consistent, and transparent regulation that facilitates sustainable development in Queensland.
ESR proactively manages and monitors environmental risks through a modern and innovative regulatory framework, including assessment, compliance, investigation, and enforcement programs.
ESR also offers extensive frontline services both centrally and regionally.
All Environmental Officers, regardless of classification level or position title, provide services under relevant legislation such as the Environmental Protection Act 1994, Planning Act 2016, Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011, Coastal Protection and Management Act 1995, Queensland Heritage Act 1992, and other related laws.
Within ESR, Environmental Officers will undertake either assessment or compliance activities.
Assessment officers are located in specialized business centers focusing on sectors like minerals mining, coal mining, petroleum and gas, or industry and development, assessing environmental risks related to applications.
Compliance officers are based in one of 13 offices across the state, responding to incidents and complaints, inspecting high-risk sites, and assisting license holders in understanding their environmental obligations.
Our Opportunities
This is a continuous applicant pool.
You can submit an application and your current CV for temporary and/or permanent Senior Environmental Officer (PO3) positions that may become available in the ESR division across Queensland.
Your preferences regarding location and assessment or compliance functions, along with your application pack, will be forwarded to hiring managers for suitable vacancies, which may be temporary or permanent.
Note: This will be our primary recruitment method for Environmental Officers within ESR.
However, specific roles may occasionally be advertised separately.
Locations

Emerald
Gladstone
Mackay
Rockhampton
Toowoomba
Townsville

What You Need to Know Before Applying

Applicants must hold a university degree (undergraduate or postgraduate) from a recognized institution in environmental management, chemical, forensic, physical, geological, hydrological, environmental, applied, or biological sciences, or environmental engineering.
Other related disciplines may be considered.
Additional mandatory requirements are detailed in the Position Description.
If selected, you may be invited to participate in subsequent selection activities.
Submitting an application does not automatically consider you for other vacancies.
To apply for other roles or the Environmental Officer (PO2) pool, please follow the process on Smart Jobs.

How to Apply

Review the attached position description and application package.
If suitable, click the 'Apply Online' button below.
Complete the questionnaire and answer all questions thoroughly.
Your responses will help us understand your interests.

Further Information

Visit our website at https://www.des.qld.gov.au/ for more info about the department.
For specific questions, email esrhr@des.qld.gov.au, including your name, email, the position you are inquiring about, preferred location, and function (assessment or compliance).
Note: Registration does not guarantee employment.

Occupational Group
Primary Industry & Environment
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