Environmental Investigator

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeEnvironmentalInvestigator Full time $109,730 - $121,247

About Environmental Protection

The Environment Protection Authority works to prevent and reduce the harmful effects of pollution and waste on Victoria's environment and people.

We work with community, industry, and businesses to adapt and respond to a range of factors.

Our Vision

  • See the impact in the communities we live in: at EPA you see your work first-hand
  • Range of internal working groups, networks, and volunteering opportunities
  • On-the-job training for a wide range of environmental roles
  • Flexible start and finish times, as well as compressed work week options

About the Position

This position is responsible for supporting the prevention, detection, and investigation of environmental crime related to pollution and waste.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversight, planning, and delivery of surveillance activities (technical, physical, and aerial) to obtain relevant information and intelligence
  • Capture, monitor, and record information relevant to surveillance, ensuring all legislative, process, and compliance obligations are met
  • Contribution to evidentiary material, including internal reports, statements, affidavits, and other documentation to support investigations and litigation
  • Attending legal proceedings and giving evidence obtained through surveillance activities
  • Collaboration with co-regulators to drive improved environmental and public health outcomes, and provide local intelligence to inform our strategic regulatory priorities

Skills and Qualifications

  • A relevant tertiary degree or qualifications in investigations, law, or a related discipline is desirable
  • Demonstrated operational experience in the management and conduct of physical or technical surveillance (including covert is desirable)
  • Knowledge of contemporary techniques for the conduct of proactive and reactive investigations
  • Demonstrated ability to develop strategies, policies, and procedures for the conduct of physical and technical surveillance
  • A broad understanding of environmental regulation as it relates to pollution and waste is desirable

What We Offer

  • Flexibility and work-life balance
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment

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